Manufacturing Leader Salary in San Jose, California

How much does a Manufacturing Leader make in San Jose, CA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Manufacturing Leader in San Jose, CA is $165,733. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $131,029 to a high of $203,984, with most professionals earning between $147,568 and $185,755.

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What is a Manufacturing Leader?

The Manufacturing Leader is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the manufacturing process, including production planning, scheduling, and quality control. They are also responsible for managing and leading a team of production workers, ensuring that they are properly trained and motivated to meet production targets and quality standards. The Manufacturing Leader is also responsible for identifying and implementing process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce waste, as well as ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Additionally, they are responsible for managing the budget and resources for the manufacturing department to ensure optimal performance and cost-effectiveness.

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What does a Manufacturing Leader do?

Common responsibilities of a Manufacturing Leader

Monitor and analyze key performance indicators to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.

September 02, 2023

Lead and motivate a team of manufacturing professionals to achieve production targets and quality standards.

September 07, 2023

Manage and optimize the use of resources, including equipment, materials, and labor.

September 24, 2023

Collaborate with other departments, such as engineering, quality control, and supply chain, to ensure seamless production processes.

October 20, 2023

Identify and implement new technologies and best practices to enhance manufacturing operations.

October 21, 2023

Ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards in the manufacturing environment.

October 28, 2023

Oversee the production process and ensure that products are manufactured in a timely and cost-effective manner.

October 31, 2023

Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and production schedules to meet business objectives.

November 02, 2023

Drive continuous improvement initiatives to streamline processes and reduce waste in the manufacturing operations.

November 19, 2023

Develop and implement manufacturing strategies to improve efficiency and productivity.

November 25, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Manufacturing Leader in San Jose, CA

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

147568

185755

165733

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

156901

205832

179205

What is the average salary for Manufacturing Leader in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Manufacturing Leader in San Jose, CA. The base salary for Manufacturing Leader ranges from $147,568 to $185,755 with the average base salary of $165,733. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $156,901 to $205,832 with the average total cash compensation of $179,205.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$165,733	$147,568 - $185,755
Bonus	$13,471	$9,333 - $20,076
Total Pay	$179,205	$156,901 - $205,832

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Manufacturing Leader Salary Near San Jose, CA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO San Jose, CA
CITY, STATE Santa Clara, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $147,568 - $185,755	COMPARE TO San Jose, CA 0%
CITY, STATE Santa Cruz, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $130,720 - $164,548	COMPARE TO San Jose, CA
CITY, STATE Fremont, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $147,287 - $185,402	COMPARE TO San Jose, CA
CITY, STATE Hayward, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $142,642 - $179,555	COMPARE TO San Jose, CA
CITY, STATE Oakland, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $142,876 - $179,850	COMPARE TO San Jose, CA
CITY, STATE Daly City, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $146,117 - $183,929	COMPARE TO San Jose, CA

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About San Jose, California

San Jose is located at 37°20′07″N 121°53′31″W / 37.335278°N 121.891944°W / 37.335278; -121.891944. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 180.0 sq mi (466 km2), of which 3.4 sq mi (8.8 km2) (1.91%) is water, making it the fourth-largest California city by land area (after Los Angeles, San Diego and California City). San Jose lies between the San Andreas Fault, the source of the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake, and the Calaveras Fault. San Jose is shaken by moderate earthquakes on average one or two times a year. These quakes originate just east of the city on...

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