Manfacturing Plant Financial Lead Salary in the United States

How much does a Manfacturing Plant Financial Lead make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Manfacturing Plant Financial Lead in the United States is $137,302 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $66.

However, a Manfacturing Plant Financial Lead's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $162,380
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $122,775 to $150,429
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $109,549
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Manfacturing Plant Financial Lead Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $150,429 $12,536 $2,893 $72
Average $137,302 $11,442 $2,640 $66
25th Percentile $122,775 $10,231 $2,361 $59
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Key Factors That Influence Manfacturing Plant Financial Lead Salaries

A Manfacturing Plant Financial Lead's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Manfacturing Plant Financial Lead Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Manfacturing Plant Financial Lead's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $151,261
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $105,670
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $136,336
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $154,216
  • Expert (over 8 years): $201,117
Levels Salary
Financial... Level Manfacturing Plant Financial Lead$151,261
Financial... Level Manfacturing Plant Financial Lead$105,670
Manfactur... Level Manfacturing Plant Financial Lead$136,336
Financial... Level Manfacturing Plant Financial Lead$154,216
Financial... Level Manfacturing Plant Financial Lead$201,117
$151,261 0 yr
$105,670 < 2 yrs
$136,336 2-4 yrs
$154,216 5-8 yrs
$201,117 > 8 yrs
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How Do Manfacturing Plant Financial Lead Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Manfacturing Plant Financial Leads. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $152,021.
  • California: $151,444.
  • Massachusetts: $149,426.

Top Paying Cities for Manfacturing Plant Financial Leads

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $173,179
  • San Francisco: $171,283
  • Oakland: $167,673

What Skills Can Increase a Manfacturing Plant Financial Lead's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Coaching (Mentioned in 11.31% Job Postings): Coaching is a form of development in which an experienced person, called a coach, supports a learner or client in achieving a specific personal or professional goal by providing training and guidance.
  • Service Delivery (Mentioned in 2.34% Job Postings): Creating and implementing innovative strategic plans and solutions to address customer concerns and needs and meet service delivery expectations.
  • Financial Management (Mentioned in 1.08% Job Postings): Financial management focuses on ratios, equities and debts. It is useful for portfolio management,distribution of dividend,capital raising,hedging and looking after fluctuations in foreign currency and product cycles.Financial managers are the people who will do research and based on the research, decide what sort of capital to obtain in order to fund the company's assets as well as maximizing the value of the firm for all the stakeholders. It also refers to the efficient and effective management of money (funds) in such a manner as to accomplish the objectives of the organization. It is the specialized function directly associated with the top management. The significance of this function is not seen in the 'Line' but also in the capacity of the 'Staff' in overall of a company. It has been defined differently by different experts in the field. The term typically applies to an organization or company's financial strategy, while personal finance or financial life management refers to an individual's management strategy. It includes how to raise the capital and how to allocate capital, i.e. capital budgeting. Not only for long term budgeting, but also how to allocate the short term resources like current liabilities. It also deals with the dividend policies of the share holders.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Coaching 11.31%
Service Delivery 2.34%
Financial Management 1.08%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Manfacturing Plant Financial Lead's salary.
  • Safety Procedures: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • Manages Complexity: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Wealth Management: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Safety Procedures
$153,778
12%
Manages Complexity
$146,913
7%
Wealth Management
$144,167
5%
Building Relationships
$142,794
4%
Service Delivery
$142,794
4%
Client Relationship
$142,794
4%
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Manfacturing Plant Financial Lead Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Manfacturing Plant Financial Lead roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 65% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Manfacturing Plant Financial Lead positions in Pharmaceuticals or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Manfacturing Plant Financial Lead as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Manfacturing Plant Financial Lead

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services$178,493$86.030%
Energy & Utilities$171,628$83.025%
Biotechnology$164,762$79.020%
Internet$164,762$79.020%
Insurance$157,897$76.015%

How Education impacts a Manfacturing Plant Financial Lead's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Manfacturing Plant Financial Leads enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Manfacturing Plant Financial Lead with a Bachelor's Degree is between $131,610 and $139,670).

Manfacturing Plant Financial Lead Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Manfacturing Plant Financial Lead
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.1%
High School 1.2%
Associates 1.0%
Bachelors 31.6%
Masters 65.2%
Doctorate 1.0%
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Manfacturing Plant Financial Lead Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Manfacturing Plant Financial Lead's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Manfacturing Plant Financial Lead

Salaries for a Manfacturing Plant Financial Lead can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $116,583 in 2023 to around $116,867 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Manfacturing Plant Financial Lead salary trends, .

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$116,583
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FAQ about Manfacturing Plant Financial Lead

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Manfacturing Plant Financial Lead?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Manfacturing Plant Financial Lead roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

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