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Salary guide, May 2025

Manufacturing pay in Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI

Manufacturing Headhunters uses the published BLS OEWS figures below. They describe the mapped occupation and area, not an individual offer.

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BLS published a median for 363 of our 368 roles here. Ranking uses exact published annual medians only. Top-coded, hourly-only and unpublished values are listed separately.

  1. CEO / President (Manufacturing)$304,110
  2. Chief Operating Officer (COO)$304,110
  3. Senior Director of Operations$304,110
  4. Manufacturing Engineering Manager$168,550
  5. Process Engineering Manager$168,550
  6. Controls / Automation Manager$168,550
  7. VP of Engineering$168,550
  8. Director of R&D$168,550
  9. Director of Manufacturing Engineering$168,550
  10. NPI Manager$168,550
  11. Capital Projects Manager$168,550
  12. Lead Manufacturing Engineer$168,550
  13. Senior Industrial Engineer$168,550
  14. Senior Packaging Engineer$168,550
  15. Director of Automation$168,550
  16. Automation Manager$168,550
  17. Chief Technology Officer (CTO)$168,550
  18. R&D Manager$168,550
  19. R&D Engineer$168,550
  20. Engineering Manager (Product)$168,550
  21. Senior Mechanical Design Engineer$168,550
  22. Lead Product Development Engineer$168,550
  23. Purchasing Manager$163,660
  24. Strategic Sourcing Manager$163,660
  25. Procurement Manager$163,660

Bars show the top 25 of 363 ranked. The table below lists all 363. Literal BLS medians, May 2025.

Roles in Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI, ranked by exact annual median (May 2025)
RankRoleBLS occupation25thMedian75thEmploymentLQ
1CEO / President (Manufacturing)Chief Executives (11-1011)$172,730$304,110$450,4502,0700.83
2Chief Operating Officer (COO)Chief Executives (11-1011)$172,730$304,110$450,4502,0700.83
3Senior Director of OperationsChief Executives (11-1011)$172,730$304,110$450,4502,0700.83
4Manufacturing Engineering ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$138,520$168,550$203,8009,2603.43
5Process Engineering ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$138,520$168,550$203,8009,2603.43
6Controls / Automation ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$138,520$168,550$203,8009,2603.43
7VP of EngineeringArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$138,520$168,550$203,8009,2603.43
8Director of R&DArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$138,520$168,550$203,8009,2603.43
9Director of Manufacturing EngineeringArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$138,520$168,550$203,8009,2603.43
10NPI ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$138,520$168,550$203,8009,2603.43
11Capital Projects ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$138,520$168,550$203,8009,2603.43
12Lead Manufacturing EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$138,520$168,550$203,8009,2603.43
13Senior Industrial EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$138,520$168,550$203,8009,2603.43
14Senior Packaging EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$138,520$168,550$203,8009,2603.43
15Director of AutomationArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$138,520$168,550$203,8009,2603.43
16Automation ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$138,520$168,550$203,8009,2603.43
17Chief Technology Officer (CTO)Architectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$138,520$168,550$203,8009,2603.43
18R&D ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$138,520$168,550$203,8009,2603.43
19R&D EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$138,520$168,550$203,8009,2603.43
20Engineering Manager (Product)Architectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$138,520$168,550$203,8009,2603.43
21Senior Mechanical Design EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$138,520$168,550$203,8009,2603.43
22Lead Product Development EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$138,520$168,550$203,8009,2603.43
23Purchasing ManagerPurchasing Managers (11-3061)$129,610$163,660$195,9001,4901.45
24Strategic Sourcing ManagerPurchasing Managers (11-3061)$129,610$163,660$195,9001,4901.45
25Procurement ManagerPurchasing Managers (11-3061)$129,610$163,660$195,9001,4901.45
26Director of ProcurementPurchasing Managers (11-3061)$129,610$163,660$195,9001,4901.45
27Commodity ManagerPurchasing Managers (11-3061)$129,610$163,660$195,9001,4901.45
28CFO (Manufacturing)Financial Managers (11-3031)$117,480$160,240$206,78011,6701.13
29Corporate ControllerFinancial Managers (11-3031)$117,480$160,240$206,78011,6701.13
30Plant ControllerFinancial Managers (11-3031)$117,480$160,240$206,78011,6701.13
31VP of FinanceFinancial Managers (11-3031)$117,480$160,240$206,78011,6701.13
32Division ControllerFinancial Managers (11-3031)$117,480$160,240$206,78011,6701.13
33Assistant Plant ControllerFinancial Managers (11-3031)$117,480$160,240$206,78011,6701.13
34FP&A Manager (Operations)Financial Managers (11-3031)$117,480$160,240$206,78011,6701.13
35Senior Plant ControllerFinancial Managers (11-3031)$117,480$160,240$206,78011,6701.13
36Senior Cost AccountantFinancial Managers (11-3031)$117,480$160,240$206,78011,6701.13
37VP of Sales (Industrial)Sales Managers (11-2022)$104,860$155,560$201,9808,7601.12
38Regional Sales Manager / Technical Sales ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$104,860$155,560$201,9808,7601.12
39Director of SalesSales Managers (11-2022)$104,860$155,560$201,9808,7601.12
40National Sales ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$104,860$155,560$201,9808,7601.12
41Key Account ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$104,860$155,560$201,9808,7601.12
42National Account ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$104,860$155,560$201,9808,7601.12
43Business Development ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$104,860$155,560$201,9808,7601.12
44Territory Sales ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$104,860$155,560$201,9808,7601.12
45Channel / Distributor Sales ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$104,860$155,560$201,9808,7601.12
46Product Manager (Industrial)Sales Managers (11-2022)$104,860$155,560$201,9808,7601.12
47Field Service ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$104,860$155,560$201,9808,7601.12
48Senior Applications EngineerSales Managers (11-2022)$104,860$155,560$201,9808,7601.12
49Lead Field Service EngineerSales Managers (11-2022)$104,860$155,560$201,9808,7601.12
50Traveling Field Service EngineerSales Managers (11-2022)$104,860$155,560$201,9808,7601.12
51Plant HR ManagerHuman Resources Managers (11-3121)$121,920$149,980$183,0603,0901.14
52Regulatory Affairs ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$107,520$138,970$173,5204,5000.59
53EHS ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$107,520$138,970$173,5204,5000.59
54EHS DirectorManagers, All Other (11-9199)$107,520$138,970$173,5204,5000.59
55Safety ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$107,520$138,970$173,5204,5000.59
56Environmental ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$107,520$138,970$173,5204,5000.59
57Process Safety ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$107,520$138,970$173,5204,5000.59
58S&OP ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$107,520$138,970$173,5204,5000.59
59Trade Compliance ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$107,520$138,970$173,5204,5000.59
60Service / Aftermarket ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$107,520$138,970$173,5204,5000.59
61Environmental EngineerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$107,520$138,970$173,5204,5000.59
62Sustainability Manager / DirectorManagers, All Other (11-9199)$107,520$138,970$173,5204,5000.59
63Senior EHS ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$107,520$138,970$173,5204,5000.59
64EHS CoordinatorManagers, All Other (11-9199)$107,520$138,970$173,5204,5000.59
65Director of PlanningManagers, All Other (11-9199)$107,520$138,970$173,5204,5000.59
66PLC ProgrammerSoftware Developers (15-1252)$101,850$130,760$153,27024,8701.2
67MES EngineerSoftware Developers (15-1252)$101,850$130,760$153,27024,8701.2
68SCADA / HMI EngineerSoftware Developers (15-1252)$101,850$130,760$153,27024,8701.2
69Manufacturing Systems / OT EngineerSoftware Developers (15-1252)$101,850$130,760$153,27024,8701.2
70Firmware / Embedded EngineerSoftware Developers (15-1252)$101,850$130,760$153,27024,8701.2
71Automation EngineerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$100,710$126,250$138,6305,8003.07
72Robotics EngineerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$100,710$126,250$138,6305,8003.07
73Machine Vision EngineerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$100,710$126,250$138,6305,8003.07
74Product Development EngineerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$100,710$126,250$138,6305,8003.07
75Applications EngineerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$100,710$126,250$138,6305,8003.07
76Applications Engineering ManagerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$100,710$126,250$138,6305,8003.07
77Plant ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,490$126,200$160,3005,9501.97
78Plant Director / Site DirectorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,490$126,200$160,3005,9501.97
79Assistant Plant ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,490$126,200$160,3005,9501.97
80Operations ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,490$126,200$160,3005,9501.97
81Manufacturing ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,490$126,200$160,3005,9501.97
82Production ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,490$126,200$160,3005,9501.97
83Shift Manager (2nd / 3rd shift)Industrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,490$126,200$160,3005,9501.97
84Plant Startup / Launch ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,490$126,200$160,3005,9501.97
85Sanitation ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,490$126,200$160,3005,9501.97
86VP of Quality / Chief Quality OfficerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,490$126,200$160,3005,9501.97
87Director of QualityIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,490$126,200$160,3005,9501.97
88Quality ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,490$126,200$160,3005,9501.97
89QC ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,490$126,200$160,3005,9501.97
90Supplier Quality ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,490$126,200$160,3005,9501.97
91Quality Systems ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,490$126,200$160,3005,9501.97
92FSQA ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,490$126,200$160,3005,9501.97
93FSQA DirectorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,490$126,200$160,3005,9501.97
94Food Safety Coordinator / SQF PractitionerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,490$126,200$160,3005,9501.97
95QA ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,490$126,200$160,3005,9501.97
96Production SuperintendentIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,490$126,200$160,3005,9501.97
97Area ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,490$126,200$160,3005,9501.97
98Value Stream ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,490$126,200$160,3005,9501.97
99Department ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,490$126,200$160,3005,9501.97
100Sanitation SupervisorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,490$126,200$160,3005,9501.97
101Bilingual Production SupervisorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,490$126,200$160,3005,9501.97
102Second Shift Production SupervisorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,490$126,200$160,3005,9501.97
103Third Shift Production SupervisorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,490$126,200$160,3005,9501.97
104QC Lab ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,490$126,200$160,3005,9501.97
105Validation / CQV ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,490$126,200$160,3005,9501.97
106CAPA ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,490$126,200$160,3005,9501.97
107Metrology / Calibration ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,490$126,200$160,3005,9501.97
108Lead Quality EngineerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,490$126,200$160,3005,9501.97
109Quality SupervisorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,490$126,200$160,3005,9501.97
110Sales EngineerSales Engineers (41-9031)$98,400$122,990$157,0201,2501.98
111Inside Sales EngineerSales Engineers (41-9031)$98,400$122,990$157,0201,2501.98
112Proposal / Quotation EngineerSales Engineers (41-9031)$98,400$122,990$157,0201,2501.98
113Controls EngineerElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$97,750$114,390$134,2106,0602.49
114Electrical Engineer (Plant)Electrical Engineers (17-2071)$97,750$114,390$134,2106,0602.49
115Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) EngineerElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$97,750$114,390$134,2106,0602.49
116Electrical Design EngineerElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$97,750$114,390$134,2106,0602.49
117Senior Controls EngineerElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$97,750$114,390$134,2106,0602.49
118Lead Controls TechnicianElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$97,750$114,390$134,2106,0602.49
119Panel Design Engineer (UL 508A)Electrical Engineers (17-2071)$97,750$114,390$134,2106,0602.49
120Lead Controls EngineerElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$97,750$114,390$134,2106,0602.49
121Controls SupervisorElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$97,750$114,390$134,2106,0602.49
122Packaging EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$98,770$109,470$133,41022,5006.19
123Tooling EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$98,770$109,470$133,41022,5006.19
124Welding EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$98,770$109,470$133,41022,5006.19
125Plant EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$98,770$109,470$133,41022,5006.19
126Mechanical Design EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$98,770$109,470$133,41022,5006.19
127Packaging Development EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$98,770$109,470$133,41022,5006.19
128Plant Engineering ManagerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$98,770$109,470$133,41022,5006.19
129Mechanical EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$98,770$109,470$133,41022,5006.19
130Product Design EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$98,770$109,470$133,41022,5006.19
131Product EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$98,770$109,470$133,41022,5006.19
132Systems EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$98,770$109,470$133,41022,5006.19
133CAD Designer / DrafterMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$98,770$109,470$133,41022,5006.19
134Project Engineer / Capital Projects ManagerProject Management Specialists (13-1082)$81,710$105,350$132,91013,2301.01
135Program ManagerProject Management Specialists (13-1082)$81,710$105,350$132,91013,2301.01
136Injection Molding Process EngineerChemical Engineers (17-2041)$90,710$104,230$125,4002200.84
137Extrusion Process EngineerChemical Engineers (17-2041)$90,710$104,230$125,4002200.84
138MS&T EngineerChemical Engineers (17-2041)$90,710$104,230$125,4002200.84
139Process Development EngineerChemical Engineers (17-2041)$90,710$104,230$125,4002200.84
140Tech Transfer EngineerChemical Engineers (17-2041)$90,710$104,230$125,4002200.84
141Manufacturing EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$86,020$104,110$131,20017,3503.87
142Process EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$86,020$104,110$131,20017,3503.87
143Industrial EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$86,020$104,110$131,20017,3503.87
144Yield Engineer (Semiconductor)Industrial Engineers (17-2112)$86,020$104,110$131,20017,3503.87
145Battery Cell Process EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$86,020$104,110$131,20017,3503.87
146Quality EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$86,020$104,110$131,20017,3503.87
147Supplier Quality EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$86,020$104,110$131,20017,3503.87
148Customer Quality EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$86,020$104,110$131,20017,3503.87
149Design Quality EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$86,020$104,110$131,20017,3503.87
150Validation EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$86,020$104,110$131,20017,3503.87
151Reliability EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$86,020$104,110$131,20017,3503.87
152Reliability ManagerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$86,020$104,110$131,20017,3503.87
153Continuous Improvement ManagerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$86,020$104,110$131,20017,3503.87
154Continuous Improvement EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$86,020$104,110$131,20017,3503.87
155Lean Six Sigma Black BeltIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$86,020$104,110$131,20017,3503.87
156Director of Operational ExcellenceIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$86,020$104,110$131,20017,3503.87
157Supplier Development EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$86,020$104,110$131,20017,3503.87
158Lean ManagerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$86,020$104,110$131,20017,3503.87
159Senior Manufacturing EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$86,020$104,110$131,20017,3503.87
160Senior Process EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$86,020$104,110$131,20017,3503.87
161Mold / Die Design EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$86,020$104,110$131,20017,3503.87
162Test EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$86,020$104,110$131,20017,3503.87
163Senior Quality EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$86,020$104,110$131,20017,3503.87
164Quality Engineering ManagerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$86,020$104,110$131,20017,3503.87
165Quality Systems Engineer / SpecialistIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$86,020$104,110$131,20017,3503.87
166Maintenance EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$86,020$104,110$131,20017,3503.87
167EHS EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$86,020$104,110$131,20017,3503.87
168VP of Operational ExcellenceIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$86,020$104,110$131,20017,3503.87
169Director of Continuous ImprovementIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$86,020$104,110$131,20017,3503.87
170Lean Specialist / CoordinatorIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$86,020$104,110$131,20017,3503.87
171Master Black BeltIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$86,020$104,110$131,20017,3503.87
172Senior Continuous Improvement EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$86,020$104,110$131,20017,3503.87
173Lead Continuous Improvement EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$86,020$104,110$131,20017,3503.87
174Supplier Development ManagerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$86,020$104,110$131,20017,3503.87
175Material Flow / Logistics EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$86,020$104,110$131,20017,3503.87
176VP of OperationsGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$71,550$104,010$165,74037,2500.87
177VP of ManufacturingGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$71,550$104,010$165,74037,2500.87
178Regional VP of OperationsGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$71,550$104,010$165,74037,2500.87
179General Manager (Manufacturing)General and Operations Managers (11-1021)$71,550$104,010$165,74037,2500.87
180Director of OperationsGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$71,550$104,010$165,74037,2500.87
181EVP / SVP OperationsGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$71,550$104,010$165,74037,2500.87
182Division / Business Unit General ManagerGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$71,550$104,010$165,74037,2500.87
183Director of ManufacturingGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$71,550$104,010$165,74037,2500.87
184Facilities ManagerFacilities Managers (11-3013)$79,080$103,080$129,2102,0301.06
185Facilities EngineerFacilities Managers (11-3013)$79,080$103,080$129,2102,0301.06
186Utilities / Energy ManagerFacilities Managers (11-3013)$79,080$103,080$129,2102,0301.06
187VP of Supply Chain / Director of Supply ChainTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,550$101,860$131,1403,6601.35
188Supply Chain ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,550$101,860$131,1403,6601.35
189Materials ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,550$101,860$131,1403,6601.35
190Logistics ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,550$101,860$131,1403,6601.35
191Warehouse Manager / Distribution Center ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,550$101,860$131,1403,6601.35
192Chief Supply Chain OfficerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,550$101,860$131,1403,6601.35
193Category Manager (Direct Materials)Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,550$101,860$131,1403,6601.35
194Inventory Control ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,550$101,860$131,1403,6601.35
195Senior Production PlannerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,550$101,860$131,1403,6601.35
196Senior BuyerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,550$101,860$131,1403,6601.35
197Director of LogisticsTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,550$101,860$131,1403,6601.35
198Transportation ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,550$101,860$131,1403,6601.35
199Warehouse SupervisorTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,550$101,860$131,1403,6601.35
200Shipping & Receiving ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,550$101,860$131,1403,6601.35
201Materials EngineerMaterials Engineers (17-2131)$75,390$100,070$127,5704601.64
202Metallurgist / Metallurgical EngineerMaterials Engineers (17-2131)$75,390$100,070$127,5704601.64
203Polymer / Plastics EngineerMaterials Engineers (17-2131)$75,390$100,070$127,5704601.64
204MillwrightMillwrights (49-9044)$82,280$91,850$92,7701,4903.02
205Safety Specialist / CoordinatorOccupational Health and Safety Specialists (19-5011)$66,660$88,080$106,7101,3400.78
206Industrial HygienistOccupational Health and Safety Specialists (19-5011)$66,660$88,080$106,7101,3400.78
207Environmental Permitting SpecialistOccupational Health and Safety Specialists (19-5011)$66,660$88,080$106,7101,3400.78
208Formulation ChemistChemists (19-2031)$68,530$85,770$124,9201,2501.23
209QC Microbiology ManagerMedical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists (19-1042)$84,310$84,310$84,3101,1200.53
210Industrial ElectricianElectricians (47-2111)$60,250$81,990$94,34011,2101.21
211Quality Auditor / Lead AuditorCompliance Officers (13-1041)$62,470$81,250$107,9005,1801.01
212Document Control ManagerCompliance Officers (13-1041)$62,470$81,250$107,9005,1801.01
213Regulatory Compliance ManagerCompliance Officers (13-1041)$62,470$81,250$107,9005,1801.01
214Cost AccountantAccountants and Auditors (13-2011)$65,490$80,650$104,17019,3901.09
215Cost Accounting ManagerAccountants and Auditors (13-2011)$65,490$80,650$104,17019,3901.09
216Senior Cost AnalystAccountants and Auditors (13-2011)$65,490$80,650$104,17019,3901.09
217Inventory AccountantAccountants and Auditors (13-2011)$65,490$80,650$104,17019,3901.09
218Buyer / Senior BuyerBuyers and Purchasing Agents (13-1020)$62,190$80,300$104,4308,1401.35
219Maintenance ManagerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$60,860$79,200$99,6006,6200.87
220Director of MaintenanceFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$60,860$79,200$99,6006,6200.87
221Maintenance SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$60,860$79,200$99,6006,6200.87
222Maintenance & Engineering ManagerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$60,860$79,200$99,6006,6200.87
223Asset Management / CMMS ManagerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$60,860$79,200$99,6006,6200.87
224Tool Room ManagerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$60,860$79,200$99,6006,6200.87
225Lead Maintenance TechnicianFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$60,860$79,200$99,6006,6200.87
226Senior Reliability EngineerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$60,860$79,200$99,6006,6200.87
227Lead Reliability EngineerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$60,860$79,200$99,6006,6200.87
228NDT TechnicianEngineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other (17-3029)$54,840$77,710$91,0407300.99
229Calibration TechnicianCalibration Technologists and Technicians (17-3028)$64,240$77,470$86,8601300.63
230Production SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$58,680$75,490$90,37010,3801.26
231Line LeadFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$58,680$75,490$90,37010,3801.26
232Shift SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$58,680$75,490$90,37010,3801.26
233Packaging SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$58,680$75,490$90,37010,3801.26
234Production Team LeadFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$58,680$75,490$90,37010,3801.26
235CNC Machining SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$58,680$75,490$90,37010,3801.26
236Welding SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$58,680$75,490$90,37010,3801.26
237Packaging Maintenance SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$58,680$75,490$90,37010,3801.26
238Tool and Die MakerTool and Die Makers (51-4111)$59,630$73,120$86,1604,9007.03
239Mold MakerTool and Die Makers (51-4111)$59,630$73,120$86,1604,9007.03
240Field Service EngineerIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$60,980$71,100$78,5506,5201.21
241Industrial Maintenance TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$60,980$71,100$78,5506,5201.21
242Packaging TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$60,980$71,100$78,5506,5201.21
243Line TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$60,980$71,100$78,5506,5201.21
244Maintenance MechanicIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$60,980$71,100$78,5506,5201.21
245Multi-Craft Maintenance TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$60,980$71,100$78,5506,5201.21
246Hydraulic / Fluid Power TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$60,980$71,100$78,5506,5201.21
247Boiler Operator / Stationary Engineer (Plant Utilities)Industrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$60,980$71,100$78,5506,5201.21
248Predictive Maintenance (PdM) TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$60,980$71,100$78,5506,5201.21
249Forklift / Material Handling Equipment TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$60,980$71,100$78,5506,5201.21
250Maintenance Technician AIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$60,980$71,100$78,5506,5201.21
251Maintenance Technician BIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$60,980$71,100$78,5506,5201.21
252Maintenance Technician CIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$60,980$71,100$78,5506,5201.21
253Traveling MillwrightIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$60,980$71,100$78,5506,5201.21
254Filler OperatorIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$60,980$71,100$78,5506,5201.21
255Packaging OperatorIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$60,980$71,100$78,5506,5201.21
256End-of-Line Operator (palletizer and robot cell)Industrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$60,980$71,100$78,5506,5201.21
257Lead Packaging TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$60,980$71,100$78,5506,5201.21
258Food ScientistFood Scientists and Technologists (19-1012)$61,380$67,790$85,1001300.81
259Product Development ScientistFood Scientists and Technologists (19-1012)$61,380$67,790$85,1001300.81
260CNC ProgrammerComputer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers (51-9162)$60,390$65,870$77,3501,0302.96
261Skilled Mechanical AssemblerEngine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$49,220$64,820$76,8803,3307.99
262Electronics Test TechnicianEngine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$49,220$64,820$76,8803,3307.99
263Machine Builder (equipment OEM assembly fitter)Engine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$49,220$64,820$76,8803,3307.99
264Cleanroom Assembler (Medical Device)Engine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$49,220$64,820$76,8803,3307.99
265Senior Electronics Test TechnicianEngine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$49,220$64,820$76,8803,3307.99
266Lead Mechanical AssemblerEngine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$49,220$64,820$76,8803,3307.99
267PLC / Controls TechnicianElectrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094)$53,980$64,050$79,4707800.98
268Robotics TechnicianElectrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094)$53,980$64,050$79,4707800.98
269Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) TechnicianElectrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094)$53,980$64,050$79,4707800.98
270Semiconductor Equipment TechnicianElectrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094)$53,980$64,050$79,4707800.98
271Industrial Refrigeration (Ammonia) TechnicianHeating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers (49-9021)$48,240$63,170$80,7805,7401.14
272Maintenance Planner / SchedulerProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$50,290$62,520$77,3902,9700.62
273Production Planner / Master SchedulerProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$50,290$62,520$77,3902,9700.62
274Inventory Control SpecialistProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$50,290$62,520$77,3902,9700.62
275Demand PlannerProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$50,290$62,520$77,3902,9700.62
276Supply PlannerProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$50,290$62,520$77,3902,9700.62
277Production SchedulerProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$50,290$62,520$77,3902,9700.62
278Electromechanical / Mechatronics TechnicianElectro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians (17-3024)$59,270$62,120$76,9306103.19
279Logistics SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors (53-1047)$48,740$61,670$78,3707,2000.94
280Shipping SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors (53-1047)$48,740$61,670$78,3707,2000.94
281Overhead Crane Operator & RiggerCrane and Tower Operators (53-7021)$51,430$59,740$92,1006501.24
282CNC MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$47,850$59,310$64,5607,6802.19
2835-Axis CNC MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$47,850$59,310$64,5607,6802.19
284Swiss CNC MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$47,850$59,310$64,5607,6802.19
285CNC Machine OperatorMachinists (51-4041)$47,850$59,310$64,5607,6802.19
286Horizontal Boring Mill (HBM) MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$47,850$59,310$64,5607,6802.19
287Manual MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$47,850$59,310$64,5607,6802.19
288EDM Machinist (Wire and Sinker)Machinists (51-4041)$47,850$59,310$64,5607,6802.19
289CNC Grinder / Precision GrinderMachinists (51-4041)$47,850$59,310$64,5607,6802.19
290Lead MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$47,850$59,310$64,5607,6802.19
291Machinist AMachinists (51-4041)$47,850$59,310$64,5607,6802.19
292Machinist BMachinists (51-4041)$47,850$59,310$64,5607,6802.19
293Machinist CMachinists (51-4041)$47,850$59,310$64,5607,6802.19
294Senior CNC MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$47,850$59,310$64,5607,6802.19
295Production Welder (MIG)Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,650$51,810$61,0104,5800.9
296TIG WelderWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,650$51,810$61,0104,5800.9
297Code Welder (ASME / Pressure Vessel)Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,650$51,810$61,0104,5800.9
298Welder-FabricatorWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,650$51,810$61,0104,5800.9
299Fitter / Layout FitterWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,650$51,810$61,0104,5800.9
300Sheet Metal FabricatorWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,650$51,810$61,0104,5800.9
301Laser / Plasma / Waterjet Cutting OperatorWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,650$51,810$61,0104,5800.9
302Heat Treat TechnicianWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,650$51,810$61,0104,5800.9
303Plating / Anodizing TechnicianWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,650$51,810$61,0104,5800.9
304Industrial Painter / Powder Coat TechnicianWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,650$51,810$61,0104,5800.9
305Foundry Molder / Melt OperatorWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,650$51,810$61,0104,5800.9
306Lead WelderWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,650$51,810$61,0104,5800.9
307Bioprocess TechnicianBiological Technicians (19-4021)$38,900$50,580$54,9902400.28
308Press Brake OperatorCutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4031)$39,870$50,460$75,82011,6505.56
309Die Setter (Stamping)Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4031)$39,870$50,460$75,82011,6505.56
310QC Lab TechnicianChemical Technicians (19-4031)$47,660$49,460$65,3607601.08
311GMP Manufacturing TechnicianChemical Equipment Operators and Tenders (51-9011)$43,360$47,880$63,4501,4300.84
312Aseptic Fill OperatorChemical Equipment Operators and Tenders (51-9011)$43,360$47,880$63,4501,4300.84
313Flexographic Press OperatorPrinting Press Operators (51-5112)$39,390$47,700$56,0202,1001.19
314CNC Setup MachinistComputer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators (51-9161)$39,370$46,880$61,1802,9001.4
315Certified Forklift OperatorIndustrial Truck and Tractor Operators (53-7051)$39,830$46,550$58,36010,3701.09
316Shipping & Receiving LeadShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$39,360$46,310$52,00010,3001.03
317Hazmat Shipping SpecialistShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$39,360$46,310$52,00010,3001.03
318Warehouse LeadShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$39,360$46,310$52,00010,3001.03
319Skilled Material Handler (ERP / MRP transactions, line feeding)Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$39,360$46,310$52,00010,3001.03
320Production / Material ExpediterShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$39,360$46,310$52,00010,3001.03
321Kitting LeadShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$39,360$46,310$52,00010,3001.03
322Inventory Control LeadShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$39,360$46,310$52,00010,3001.03
323Quality InspectorInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$37,350$45,400$56,49010,6101.45
324Quality TechnicianInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$37,350$45,400$56,49010,6101.45
325CMM ProgrammerInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$37,350$45,400$56,49010,6101.45
326Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$37,350$45,400$56,49010,6101.45
327Food Safety / QA TechnicianInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$37,350$45,400$56,49010,6101.45
328First Article InspectorInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$37,350$45,400$56,49010,6101.45
329Receiving / Source InspectorInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$37,350$45,400$56,49010,6101.45
330Metrology TechnicianInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$37,350$45,400$56,49010,6101.45
331Microbiology Lab TechnicianInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$37,350$45,400$56,49010,6101.45
332Environmental Monitoring TechnicianInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$37,350$45,400$56,49010,6101.45
333Lead Quality InspectorInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$37,350$45,400$56,49010,6101.45
334Senior CMM ProgrammerInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$37,350$45,400$56,49010,6101.45
335Extrusion TechnicianExtruding and Drawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4021)$37,640$45,250$50,9106000.81
336Electronics Assembler / SoldererElectrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers (51-2028)$38,490$45,170$55,0803,0301
337Wire Harness & Cable AssemblerElectrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers (51-2028)$38,490$45,170$55,0803,0301
338SMT TechnicianElectrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers (51-2028)$38,490$45,170$55,0803,0301
339Control Panel BuilderElectrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers (51-2028)$38,490$45,170$55,0803,0301
340Robotic Welding TechnicianWelding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders (51-4122)$36,790$44,060$49,1701,1903.07
341Production TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$37,160$39,870$46,5203,0801
342Setup TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$37,160$39,870$46,5203,0801
343Process TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$37,160$39,870$46,5203,0801
344Battery Cell Production TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$37,160$39,870$46,5203,0801
345CIP TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$37,160$39,870$46,5203,0801
346Skilled Machine OperatorProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$37,160$39,870$46,5203,0801
347Utility / Relief OperatorProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$37,160$39,870$46,5203,0801
348Production Trainer (OJT Trainer)Production Workers, All Other (51-9199)$37,160$39,870$46,5203,0801
349Senior Production TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$37,160$39,870$46,5203,0801
350Lead Production TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$37,160$39,870$46,5203,0801
351Converting Operator (slitter, laminator, bag machine, die cutter)Production Workers, All Other (51-9199)$37,160$39,870$46,5203,0801
352Batch Maker / CompounderProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$37,160$39,870$46,5203,0801
353Paper Machine Operator (Machine Tender)Production Workers, All Other (51-9199)$37,160$39,870$46,5203,0801
354Industrial Wastewater Treatment OperatorProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$37,160$39,870$46,5203,0801
355Solid Dose Operator (granulation, compression, encapsulation, coating)Production Workers, All Other (51-9199)$37,160$39,870$46,5203,0801
356Retort / Thermal Process OperatorProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$37,160$39,870$46,5203,0801
357Brewer / Cellar OperatorProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$37,160$39,870$46,5203,0801
358Senior Process TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$37,160$39,870$46,5203,0801
359Lead Process TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$37,160$39,870$46,5203,0801
360Injection Molding TechnicianMolding, Coremaking, and Casting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4072)$38,100$39,790$45,7005,2802.86
361Food Process OperatorFood Processing Workers, All Other (51-3099)$37,490$39,740$42,0201400.18
362Sanitation TechnicianJanitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners (37-2011)$32,100$36,680$39,15026,8100.99
363Sanitation LeadJanitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners (37-2011)$32,100$36,680$39,15026,8100.99

What should you know about not published by BLS?

Aircraft Structures Assembler, Composite Technician, Chemical Operator, Semiconductor Fab Technician, Control Room (DCS) Operator.

State figures for Michigan

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Area: Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI. Official area tables. Released 2026-05-15. LQ is employment concentration, not a wage index.

Reading this wage estimate

What does this data mean for your opening?

For manufacturing occupations in Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI, releases are separate survey estimates. They are not the same workers' raises and do not establish a pay trend or its cause. This is significantly higher than the national median of $213,990. The local middle-band width is $277,720, compared to the national figure of $226,660.

National industry data for communications equipment manufacturing sits at $409,320. Manufacturing Headhunters reminds recruiters that BLS data excludes deferred compensation and equity components, which are typical at this level. These national rows provide context for the industry but are not specific to the local labor market.

The Manufacturing Engineering Manager role shows a median of $168,550, which is slightly lower than the $171,270 national median. The previous median was $167,890. This role falls under architectural and engineering managers, a broad classification. The high concentration of aerospace product and parts manufacturing in the area, with a location quotient of 3.43, suggests high local demand, though the median remains stable.

For manufacturing occupations in Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI, releases are separate survey estimates. They are not the same workers' raises and do not establish a pay trend or its cause. The national median is $148,080. Local middle-band width is $66,290, similar to the national $66,720. For computer and peripheral equipment manufacturing, the national median is $178,520. As with other roles, this is a broad SOC, and recruiter screening should focus on specific supply chain and vendor management experience rather than relying solely on these metrics.

For manufacturing occupations in Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI, releases are separate survey estimates. They are not the same workers' raises and do not establish a pay trend or its cause. The national median is $39,680. Local middle-band width is $4,530, significantly lower than the national $7,720. The national median is $36,840. The local middle-band width is $7,050, which is tighter than the national $11,820.

Which pay questions should you settle before hiring?

For manufacturing occupations in Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI, releases are separate survey estimates. They are not the same workers' raises and do not establish a pay trend or its cause. It is important to note that BLS data reflects aggregate reporting rather than specific job offers from single manufacturers.

How does the high aerospace location quotient impact the local Engineering Manager role?

The location quotient of 3.43 indicates a high concentration of aerospace manufacturing in Detroit. However, this primarily reflects industry employment density rather than a direct salary multiplier.

What can I conclude from the two release estimates?

For manufacturing occupations in Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI, releases are separate survey estimates. They are not the same workers' raises and do not establish a pay trend or its cause. It is important to note that BLS data reflects aggregate reporting rather than specific job offers from single manufacturers.

Why is the local middle-band width for the Food Process Operator smaller than the national width?

The local width of $4,530 represents the pay range between P25 and P75 for that specific metro area. A smaller width suggests a more compressed local compensation structure compared to the broader national average.

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