Manufacturing Operations Supervisor Salary in the United States

How much does a Manufacturing Operations Supervisor make in the United States?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Manufacturing Operations Supervisor in the United States is $67,991 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $33.

However, a Manufacturing Operations Supervisor's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $85,564
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $59,103 to $77,189
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,012
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Manufacturing Operations Supervisor Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $77,189 $6,432 $1,484 $37
Average $67,991 $5,666 $1,308 $33
25th Percentile $59,103 $4,925 $1,137 $28
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Key Factors That Influence Manufacturing Operations Supervisor Salaries

A Manufacturing Operations Supervisor'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 Manufacturing Operations Supervisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Manufacturing Operations Supervisor'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): $67,314
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $96,436
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $109,456
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $148,387
  • Expert (over 8 years): $205,867
Levels Salary
Manufactu... Level Manufacturing Operations Supervisor$67,314
Operation... Level Manufacturing Operations Supervisor$96,436
Operation... Level Manufacturing Operations Supervisor$109,456
Senior Op... Level Manufacturing Operations Supervisor$148,387
Operation... Level Manufacturing Operations Supervisor$205,867
$67,314 0 yr
$96,436 < 2 yrs
$109,456 2-4 yrs
$148,387 5-8 yrs
$205,867 > 8 yrs
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How Do Manufacturing Operations Supervisor 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 Manufacturing Operations Supervisors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $75,279.
  • California: $74,994.
  • Massachusetts: $73,994.

Top Paying Cities for Manufacturing Operations Supervisors

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: $85,757
  • San Francisco: $84,913
  • Oakland: $83,030

What Skills Can Increase a Manufacturing Operations Supervisor's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 9.92% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Store Operations (Mentioned in 2.11% Job Postings): Retail operations are the activities that allow online and physical stores to function. The aim of retail operations is to enhance the customer shopping experience and lower the retailer's costs.
  • Field Operations (Mentioned in 1.04% Job Postings): An operation conducted by employees that is outside of the employer's fixed establishment, such as mobile clinics, health screening and medical outreach services, or dispensing of medications.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 9.92%
Store Operations 2.11%
Field Operations 1.04%
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 Manufacturing Operations Supervisor's salary.
  • Help Desk: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
  • Project Management: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • Collaboration: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Help Desk
$77,509
14%
Project Management
$76,149
12%
Collaboration
$73,430
8%
Onboarding
$73,430
8%
PowerPoint
$72,750
7%
Innovation
$72,750
7%
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How Education impacts a Manufacturing Operations Supervisor's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Manufacturing Operations Supervisors enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate 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 Manufacturing Operations Supervisor with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $66,612 and $71,327).

Manufacturing Operations Supervisor Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Manufacturing Operations Supervisor
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.8%
High School 29.4%
Associates 15.9%
Bachelors 43.8%
Masters 9.9%
Doctorate 0.2%
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Manufacturing Operations Supervisor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Manufacturing Operations Supervisor'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.

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Salary Trends for Manufacturing Operations Supervisor

Salaries for a Manufacturing Operations Supervisor can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $83,598 in 2023 to around $82,674 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Manufacturing Operations Supervisor salary trends, .

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