As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Process Operator in Edison, NJ is $56,533, equivalent to $27 per hour, $1,087 weekly, or $4,711 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Process Operator in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Process Operator in Edison, NJ vary widely, spanning from $47,568 to $64,287. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($51,840) and 75th percentile ($60,592), while top earners (90th percentile) make $64,287 per year. This $8,752 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Troubleshooting or Hydraulics, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Edison Process Operator often earn 3.5% higher than national averages. However, Edison currently ranks 46 statewide for Process Operator job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Process Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Process Operator Salary $47,568 Edison, NJ June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Process Operator Salary $51,840 Edison, NJ June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Process Operator Salary $56,533 Edison, NJ June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Process Operator Salary $60,592 Edison, NJ June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Process Operator Salary $64,287 Edison, NJ June 01, 2026
25% $51,840 10% $47,568 90% $64,287 75% $60,592 $56,533 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Edison, New Jersey    According to the United States Census Bureau, the township had a total area of 30.638 square miles (79.351 km2), including 29.940 square miles (77.543....More

Edison, New Jersey  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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