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Salary guide, May 2025

Manufacturing pay in Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA

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 366 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 Top-coded, hourly-only and unpublished values are listed separately.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)$234,290
  2. Chief Operating Officer (COO)$234,290
  3. Senior Director of Operations$234,290
  4. Manufacturing Engineering Manager$190,900
  5. Process Engineering Manager$190,900
  6. Controls / Automation Manager$190,900
  7. VP of Engineering$190,900
  8. Director of R&D$190,900
  9. Director of Manufacturing Engineering$190,900
  10. NPI Manager$190,900
  11. Capital Projects Manager$190,900
  12. Lead Manufacturing Engineer$190,900
  13. Senior Industrial Engineer$190,900
  14. Senior Packaging Engineer$190,900
  15. Director of Automation$190,900
  16. Automation Manager$190,900
  17. Chief Technology Officer (CTO)$190,900
  18. R&D Manager$190,900
  19. R&D Engineer$190,900
  20. Engineering Manager (Product)$190,900
  21. Senior Mechanical Design Engineer$190,900
  22. Lead Product Development Engineer$190,900
  23. CFO (Manufacturing)$175,310
  24. Corporate Controller$175,310
  25. Plant Controller$175,310

Bars show the top 25 of 366 ranked. The table below lists all 366. Literal BLS medians, May 2025.

Roles in Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA, ranked by exact annual median (May 2025)
RankRoleBLS occupation25thMedian75thEmploymentLQ
1CEO / President (Manufacturing)Chief Executives (11-1011)$159,990$234,290$369,33010,8001.31
2Chief Operating Officer (COO)Chief Executives (11-1011)$159,990$234,290$369,33010,8001.31
3Senior Director of OperationsChief Executives (11-1011)$159,990$234,290$369,33010,8001.31
4Manufacturing Engineering ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$162,140$190,900$227,8709,5701.08
5Process Engineering ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$162,140$190,900$227,8709,5701.08
6Controls / Automation ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$162,140$190,900$227,8709,5701.08
7VP of EngineeringArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$162,140$190,900$227,8709,5701.08
8Director of R&DArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$162,140$190,900$227,8709,5701.08
9Director of Manufacturing EngineeringArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$162,140$190,900$227,8709,5701.08
10NPI ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$162,140$190,900$227,8709,5701.08
11Capital Projects ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$162,140$190,900$227,8709,5701.08
12Lead Manufacturing EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$162,140$190,900$227,8709,5701.08
13Senior Industrial EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$162,140$190,900$227,8709,5701.08
14Senior Packaging EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$162,140$190,900$227,8709,5701.08
15Director of AutomationArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$162,140$190,900$227,8709,5701.08
16Automation ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$162,140$190,900$227,8709,5701.08
17Chief Technology Officer (CTO)Architectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$162,140$190,900$227,8709,5701.08
18R&D ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$162,140$190,900$227,8709,5701.08
19R&D EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$162,140$190,900$227,8709,5701.08
20Engineering Manager (Product)Architectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$162,140$190,900$227,8709,5701.08
21Senior Mechanical Design EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$162,140$190,900$227,8709,5701.08
22Lead Product Development EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$162,140$190,900$227,8709,5701.08
23CFO (Manufacturing)Financial Managers (11-3031)$136,100$175,310$251,43034,4801.02
24Corporate ControllerFinancial Managers (11-3031)$136,100$175,310$251,43034,4801.02
25Plant ControllerFinancial Managers (11-3031)$136,100$175,310$251,43034,4801.02
26VP of FinanceFinancial Managers (11-3031)$136,100$175,310$251,43034,4801.02
27Division ControllerFinancial Managers (11-3031)$136,100$175,310$251,43034,4801.02
28Assistant Plant ControllerFinancial Managers (11-3031)$136,100$175,310$251,43034,4801.02
29FP&A Manager (Operations)Financial Managers (11-3031)$136,100$175,310$251,43034,4801.02
30Senior Plant ControllerFinancial Managers (11-3031)$136,100$175,310$251,43034,4801.02
31Senior Cost AccountantFinancial Managers (11-3031)$136,100$175,310$251,43034,4801.02
32Plant HR ManagerHuman Resources Managers (11-3121)$126,970$168,400$216,3209,0701.02
33Regulatory Affairs ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$125,470$168,160$213,34031,2101.24
34EHS ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$125,470$168,160$213,34031,2101.24
35EHS DirectorManagers, All Other (11-9199)$125,470$168,160$213,34031,2101.24
36Safety ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$125,470$168,160$213,34031,2101.24
37Environmental ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$125,470$168,160$213,34031,2101.24
38Process Safety ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$125,470$168,160$213,34031,2101.24
39S&OP ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$125,470$168,160$213,34031,2101.24
40Trade Compliance ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$125,470$168,160$213,34031,2101.24
41Service / Aftermarket ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$125,470$168,160$213,34031,2101.24
42Environmental EngineerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$125,470$168,160$213,34031,2101.24
43Sustainability Manager / DirectorManagers, All Other (11-9199)$125,470$168,160$213,34031,2101.24
44Senior EHS ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$125,470$168,160$213,34031,2101.24
45EHS CoordinatorManagers, All Other (11-9199)$125,470$168,160$213,34031,2101.24
46Director of PlanningManagers, All Other (11-9199)$125,470$168,160$213,34031,2101.24
47PLC ProgrammerSoftware Developers (15-1252)$127,530$160,920$191,54055,5400.82
48MES EngineerSoftware Developers (15-1252)$127,530$160,920$191,54055,5400.82
49SCADA / HMI EngineerSoftware Developers (15-1252)$127,530$160,920$191,54055,5400.82
50Manufacturing Systems / OT EngineerSoftware Developers (15-1252)$127,530$160,920$191,54055,5400.82
51Firmware / Embedded EngineerSoftware Developers (15-1252)$127,530$160,920$191,54055,5400.82
52Purchasing ManagerPurchasing Managers (11-3061)$124,330$156,400$188,0302,8000.82
53Strategic Sourcing ManagerPurchasing Managers (11-3061)$124,330$156,400$188,0302,8000.82
54Procurement ManagerPurchasing Managers (11-3061)$124,330$156,400$188,0302,8000.82
55Director of ProcurementPurchasing Managers (11-3061)$124,330$156,400$188,0302,8000.82
56Commodity ManagerPurchasing Managers (11-3061)$124,330$156,400$188,0302,8000.82
57Controls EngineerElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$103,770$139,780$179,5208,9701.12
58Electrical Engineer (Plant)Electrical Engineers (17-2071)$103,770$139,780$179,5208,9701.12
59Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) EngineerElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$103,770$139,780$179,5208,9701.12
60Electrical Design EngineerElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$103,770$139,780$179,5208,9701.12
61Senior Controls EngineerElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$103,770$139,780$179,5208,9701.12
62Lead Controls TechnicianElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$103,770$139,780$179,5208,9701.12
63Panel Design Engineer (UL 508A)Electrical Engineers (17-2071)$103,770$139,780$179,5208,9701.12
64Lead Controls EngineerElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$103,770$139,780$179,5208,9701.12
65Controls SupervisorElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$103,770$139,780$179,5208,9701.12
66QC Microbiology ManagerMedical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists (19-1042)$107,380$134,890$148,4808,5201.23
67Injection Molding Process EngineerChemical Engineers (17-2041)$100,680$134,210$168,1103200.37
68Extrusion Process EngineerChemical Engineers (17-2041)$100,680$134,210$168,1103200.37
69MS&T EngineerChemical Engineers (17-2041)$100,680$134,210$168,1103200.37
70Process Development EngineerChemical Engineers (17-2041)$100,680$134,210$168,1103200.37
71Tech Transfer EngineerChemical Engineers (17-2041)$100,680$134,210$168,1103200.37
72Sales EngineerSales Engineers (41-9031)$92,410$133,380$139,1601,7700.85
73Inside Sales EngineerSales Engineers (41-9031)$92,410$133,380$139,1601,7700.85
74Proposal / Quotation EngineerSales Engineers (41-9031)$92,410$133,380$139,1601,7700.85
75VP of Sales (Industrial)Sales Managers (11-2022)$92,540$132,330$197,62037,7901.47
76Regional Sales Manager / Technical Sales ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$92,540$132,330$197,62037,7901.47
77Director of SalesSales Managers (11-2022)$92,540$132,330$197,62037,7901.47
78National Sales ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$92,540$132,330$197,62037,7901.47
79Key Account ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$92,540$132,330$197,62037,7901.47
80National Account ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$92,540$132,330$197,62037,7901.47
81Business Development ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$92,540$132,330$197,62037,7901.47
82Territory Sales ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$92,540$132,330$197,62037,7901.47
83Channel / Distributor Sales ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$92,540$132,330$197,62037,7901.47
84Product Manager (Industrial)Sales Managers (11-2022)$92,540$132,330$197,62037,7901.47
85Field Service ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$92,540$132,330$197,62037,7901.47
86Senior Applications EngineerSales Managers (11-2022)$92,540$132,330$197,62037,7901.47
87Lead Field Service EngineerSales Managers (11-2022)$92,540$132,330$197,62037,7901.47
88Traveling Field Service EngineerSales Managers (11-2022)$92,540$132,330$197,62037,7901.47
89Plant ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,050$128,540$163,1109,1200.92
90Plant Director / Site DirectorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,050$128,540$163,1109,1200.92
91Assistant Plant ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,050$128,540$163,1109,1200.92
92Operations ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,050$128,540$163,1109,1200.92
93Manufacturing ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,050$128,540$163,1109,1200.92
94Production ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,050$128,540$163,1109,1200.92
95Shift Manager (2nd / 3rd shift)Industrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,050$128,540$163,1109,1200.92
96Plant Startup / Launch ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,050$128,540$163,1109,1200.92
97Sanitation ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,050$128,540$163,1109,1200.92
98VP of Quality / Chief Quality OfficerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,050$128,540$163,1109,1200.92
99Director of QualityIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,050$128,540$163,1109,1200.92
100Quality ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,050$128,540$163,1109,1200.92
101QC ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,050$128,540$163,1109,1200.92
102Supplier Quality ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,050$128,540$163,1109,1200.92
103Quality Systems ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,050$128,540$163,1109,1200.92
104FSQA ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,050$128,540$163,1109,1200.92
105FSQA DirectorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,050$128,540$163,1109,1200.92
106Food Safety Coordinator / SQF PractitionerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,050$128,540$163,1109,1200.92
107QA ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,050$128,540$163,1109,1200.92
108Production SuperintendentIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,050$128,540$163,1109,1200.92
109Area ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,050$128,540$163,1109,1200.92
110Value Stream ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,050$128,540$163,1109,1200.92
111Department ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,050$128,540$163,1109,1200.92
112Sanitation SupervisorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,050$128,540$163,1109,1200.92
113Bilingual Production SupervisorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,050$128,540$163,1109,1200.92
114Second Shift Production SupervisorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,050$128,540$163,1109,1200.92
115Third Shift Production SupervisorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,050$128,540$163,1109,1200.92
116QC Lab ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,050$128,540$163,1109,1200.92
117Validation / CQV ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,050$128,540$163,1109,1200.92
118CAPA ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,050$128,540$163,1109,1200.92
119Metrology / Calibration ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,050$128,540$163,1109,1200.92
120Lead Quality EngineerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,050$128,540$163,1109,1200.92
121Quality SupervisorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$100,050$128,540$163,1109,1200.92
122VP of Supply Chain / Director of Supply ChainTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$83,840$127,500$169,00012,2601.37
123Supply Chain ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$83,840$127,500$169,00012,2601.37
124Materials ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$83,840$127,500$169,00012,2601.37
125Logistics ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$83,840$127,500$169,00012,2601.37
126Warehouse Manager / Distribution Center ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$83,840$127,500$169,00012,2601.37
127Chief Supply Chain OfficerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$83,840$127,500$169,00012,2601.37
128Category Manager (Direct Materials)Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$83,840$127,500$169,00012,2601.37
129Inventory Control ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$83,840$127,500$169,00012,2601.37
130Senior Production PlannerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$83,840$127,500$169,00012,2601.37
131Senior BuyerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$83,840$127,500$169,00012,2601.37
132Director of LogisticsTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$83,840$127,500$169,00012,2601.37
133Transportation ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$83,840$127,500$169,00012,2601.37
134Warehouse SupervisorTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$83,840$127,500$169,00012,2601.37
135Shipping & Receiving ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$83,840$127,500$169,00012,2601.37
136VP of OperationsGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$83,200$125,830$187,480104,6100.74
137VP of ManufacturingGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$83,200$125,830$187,480104,6100.74
138Regional VP of OperationsGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$83,200$125,830$187,480104,6100.74
139General Manager (Manufacturing)General and Operations Managers (11-1021)$83,200$125,830$187,480104,6100.74
140Director of OperationsGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$83,200$125,830$187,480104,6100.74
141EVP / SVP OperationsGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$83,200$125,830$187,480104,6100.74
142Division / Business Unit General ManagerGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$83,200$125,830$187,480104,6100.74
143Director of ManufacturingGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$83,200$125,830$187,480104,6100.74
144Materials EngineerMaterials Engineers (17-2131)$102,770$125,200$146,9801,2501.37
145Metallurgist / Metallurgical EngineerMaterials Engineers (17-2131)$102,770$125,200$146,9801,2501.37
146Polymer / Plastics EngineerMaterials Engineers (17-2131)$102,770$125,200$146,9801,2501.37
147Automation EngineerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$90,930$125,060$157,3607,5301.21
148Robotics EngineerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$90,930$125,060$157,3607,5301.21
149Machine Vision EngineerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$90,930$125,060$157,3607,5301.21
150Product Development EngineerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$90,930$125,060$157,3607,5301.21
151Applications EngineerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$90,930$125,060$157,3607,5301.21
152Applications Engineering ManagerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$90,930$125,060$157,3607,5301.21
153Packaging EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$96,010$123,900$146,8508,7800.73
154Tooling EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$96,010$123,900$146,8508,7800.73
155Welding EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$96,010$123,900$146,8508,7800.73
156Plant EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$96,010$123,900$146,8508,7800.73
157Mechanical Design EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$96,010$123,900$146,8508,7800.73
158Packaging Development EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$96,010$123,900$146,8508,7800.73
159Plant Engineering ManagerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$96,010$123,900$146,8508,7800.73
160Mechanical EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$96,010$123,900$146,8508,7800.73
161Product Design EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$96,010$123,900$146,8508,7800.73
162Product EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$96,010$123,900$146,8508,7800.73
163Systems EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$96,010$123,900$146,8508,7800.73
164CAD Designer / DrafterMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$96,010$123,900$146,8508,7800.73
165Facilities ManagerFacilities Managers (11-3013)$83,800$114,970$153,5006,6301.05
166Facilities EngineerFacilities Managers (11-3013)$83,800$114,970$153,5006,6301.05
167Utilities / Energy ManagerFacilities Managers (11-3013)$83,800$114,970$153,5006,6301.05
168Manufacturing EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$96,910$113,040$134,93011,4600.78
169Process EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$96,910$113,040$134,93011,4600.78
170Industrial EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$96,910$113,040$134,93011,4600.78
171Yield Engineer (Semiconductor)Industrial Engineers (17-2112)$96,910$113,040$134,93011,4600.78
172Battery Cell Process EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$96,910$113,040$134,93011,4600.78
173Quality EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$96,910$113,040$134,93011,4600.78
174Supplier Quality EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$96,910$113,040$134,93011,4600.78
175Customer Quality EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$96,910$113,040$134,93011,4600.78
176Design Quality EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$96,910$113,040$134,93011,4600.78
177Validation EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$96,910$113,040$134,93011,4600.78
178Reliability EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$96,910$113,040$134,93011,4600.78
179Reliability ManagerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$96,910$113,040$134,93011,4600.78
180Continuous Improvement ManagerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$96,910$113,040$134,93011,4600.78
181Continuous Improvement EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$96,910$113,040$134,93011,4600.78
182Lean Six Sigma Black BeltIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$96,910$113,040$134,93011,4600.78
183Director of Operational ExcellenceIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$96,910$113,040$134,93011,4600.78
184Supplier Development EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$96,910$113,040$134,93011,4600.78
185Lean ManagerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$96,910$113,040$134,93011,4600.78
186Senior Manufacturing EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$96,910$113,040$134,93011,4600.78
187Senior Process EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$96,910$113,040$134,93011,4600.78
188Mold / Die Design EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$96,910$113,040$134,93011,4600.78
189Test EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$96,910$113,040$134,93011,4600.78
190Senior Quality EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$96,910$113,040$134,93011,4600.78
191Quality Engineering ManagerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$96,910$113,040$134,93011,4600.78
192Quality Systems Engineer / SpecialistIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$96,910$113,040$134,93011,4600.78
193Maintenance EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$96,910$113,040$134,93011,4600.78
194EHS EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$96,910$113,040$134,93011,4600.78
195VP of Operational ExcellenceIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$96,910$113,040$134,93011,4600.78
196Director of Continuous ImprovementIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$96,910$113,040$134,93011,4600.78
197Lean Specialist / CoordinatorIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$96,910$113,040$134,93011,4600.78
198Master Black BeltIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$96,910$113,040$134,93011,4600.78
199Senior Continuous Improvement EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$96,910$113,040$134,93011,4600.78
200Lead Continuous Improvement EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$96,910$113,040$134,93011,4600.78
201Supplier Development ManagerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$96,910$113,040$134,93011,4600.78
202Material Flow / Logistics EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$96,910$113,040$134,93011,4600.78
203Project Engineer / Capital Projects ManagerProject Management Specialists (13-1082)$82,060$108,310$144,44038,5400.9
204Program ManagerProject Management Specialists (13-1082)$82,060$108,310$144,44038,5400.9
205Safety Specialist / CoordinatorOccupational Health and Safety Specialists (19-5011)$74,740$102,610$123,6305,5500.98
206Industrial HygienistOccupational Health and Safety Specialists (19-5011)$74,740$102,610$123,6305,5500.98
207Environmental Permitting SpecialistOccupational Health and Safety Specialists (19-5011)$74,740$102,610$123,6305,5500.98
208MillwrightMillwrights (49-9044)$62,770$99,250$125,6907100.44
209Quality Auditor / Lead AuditorCompliance Officers (13-1041)$71,230$94,810$124,21017,7001.05
210Document Control ManagerCompliance Officers (13-1041)$71,230$94,810$124,21017,7001.05
211Regulatory Compliance ManagerCompliance Officers (13-1041)$71,230$94,810$124,21017,7001.05
212Cost AccountantAccountants and Auditors (13-2011)$74,060$94,360$122,29070,6401.21
213Cost Accounting ManagerAccountants and Auditors (13-2011)$74,060$94,360$122,29070,6401.21
214Senior Cost AnalystAccountants and Auditors (13-2011)$74,060$94,360$122,29070,6401.21
215Inventory AccountantAccountants and Auditors (13-2011)$74,060$94,360$122,29070,6401.21
216Maintenance ManagerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$74,610$93,870$121,26017,4700.7
217Director of MaintenanceFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$74,610$93,870$121,26017,4700.7
218Maintenance SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$74,610$93,870$121,26017,4700.7
219Maintenance & Engineering ManagerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$74,610$93,870$121,26017,4700.7
220Asset Management / CMMS ManagerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$74,610$93,870$121,26017,4700.7
221Tool Room ManagerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$74,610$93,870$121,26017,4700.7
222Lead Maintenance TechnicianFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$74,610$93,870$121,26017,4700.7
223Senior Reliability EngineerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$74,610$93,870$121,26017,4700.7
224Lead Reliability EngineerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$74,610$93,870$121,26017,4700.7
225Electromechanical / Mechatronics TechnicianElectro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians (17-3024)$78,530$92,360$109,2905000.8
226Food ScientistFood Scientists and Technologists (19-1012)$72,760$91,060$117,3405501.04
227Product Development ScientistFood Scientists and Technologists (19-1012)$72,760$91,060$117,3405501.04
228Formulation ChemistChemists (19-2031)$74,920$87,060$113,6303,1900.95
229CNC ProgrammerComputer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers (51-9162)$67,330$82,950$100,0201,3501.17
230Buyer / Senior BuyerBuyers and Purchasing Agents (13-1020)$65,310$82,500$107,78018,2700.92
231Overhead Crane Operator & RiggerCrane and Tower Operators (53-7021)$76,340$81,490$135,4305900.34
232PLC / Controls TechnicianElectrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094)$54,740$79,930$105,2001,2300.47
233Robotics TechnicianElectrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094)$54,740$79,930$105,2001,2300.47
234Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) TechnicianElectrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094)$54,740$79,930$105,2001,2300.47
235Semiconductor Equipment TechnicianElectrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094)$54,740$79,930$105,2001,2300.47
236Tool and Die MakerTool and Die Makers (51-4111)$55,970$78,020$93,8209500.41
237Mold MakerTool and Die Makers (51-4111)$55,970$78,020$93,8209500.41
238Production SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$58,130$74,740$96,78017,6500.65
239Line LeadFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$58,130$74,740$96,78017,6500.65
240Shift SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$58,130$74,740$96,78017,6500.65
241Packaging SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$58,130$74,740$96,78017,6500.65
242Production Team LeadFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$58,130$74,740$96,78017,6500.65
243CNC Machining SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$58,130$74,740$96,78017,6500.65
244Welding SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$58,130$74,740$96,78017,6500.65
245Packaging Maintenance SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$58,130$74,740$96,78017,6500.65
246Industrial Refrigeration (Ammonia) TechnicianHeating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers (49-9021)$58,220$73,830$83,49010,7200.65
247Industrial ElectricianElectricians (47-2111)$58,830$73,810$101,93020,6100.67
248Field Service EngineerIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$56,070$72,090$90,1908,5000.48
249Industrial Maintenance TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$56,070$72,090$90,1908,5000.48
250Packaging TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$56,070$72,090$90,1908,5000.48
251Line TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$56,070$72,090$90,1908,5000.48
252Maintenance MechanicIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$56,070$72,090$90,1908,5000.48
253Multi-Craft Maintenance TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$56,070$72,090$90,1908,5000.48
254Hydraulic / Fluid Power TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$56,070$72,090$90,1908,5000.48
255Boiler Operator / Stationary Engineer (Plant Utilities)Industrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$56,070$72,090$90,1908,5000.48
256Predictive Maintenance (PdM) TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$56,070$72,090$90,1908,5000.48
257Forklift / Material Handling Equipment TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$56,070$72,090$90,1908,5000.48
258Maintenance Technician AIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$56,070$72,090$90,1908,5000.48
259Maintenance Technician BIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$56,070$72,090$90,1908,5000.48
260Maintenance Technician CIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$56,070$72,090$90,1908,5000.48
261Traveling MillwrightIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$56,070$72,090$90,1908,5000.48
262Filler OperatorIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$56,070$72,090$90,1908,5000.48
263Packaging OperatorIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$56,070$72,090$90,1908,5000.48
264End-of-Line Operator (palletizer and robot cell)Industrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$56,070$72,090$90,1908,5000.48
265Lead Packaging TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$56,070$72,090$90,1908,5000.48
266Calibration TechnicianCalibration Technologists and Technicians (17-3028)$61,890$71,640$84,3104300.65
267NDT TechnicianEngineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other (17-3029)$58,880$69,890$86,1901,7700.73
268Bioprocess TechnicianBiological Technicians (19-4021)$51,990$66,610$84,9401,8300.65
269Aircraft Structures AssemblerAircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers (51-2011)$60,440$65,000$76,9401,5701.14
270Logistics SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors (53-1047)$50,940$62,190$79,13022,9300.91
271Shipping SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors (53-1047)$50,940$62,190$79,13022,9300.91
272Maintenance Planner / SchedulerProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$48,860$61,810$76,48023,3201.48
273Production Planner / Master SchedulerProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$48,860$61,810$76,48023,3201.48
274Inventory Control SpecialistProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$48,860$61,810$76,48023,3201.48
275Demand PlannerProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$48,860$61,810$76,48023,3201.48
276Supply PlannerProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$48,860$61,810$76,48023,3201.48
277Production SchedulerProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$48,860$61,810$76,48023,3201.48
278QC Lab TechnicianChemical Technicians (19-4031)$49,950$58,070$70,8902,3301
279Production Welder (MIG)Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,910$56,160$64,8007,8500.47
280TIG WelderWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,910$56,160$64,8007,8500.47
281Code Welder (ASME / Pressure Vessel)Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,910$56,160$64,8007,8500.47
282Welder-FabricatorWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,910$56,160$64,8007,8500.47
283Fitter / Layout FitterWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,910$56,160$64,8007,8500.47
284Sheet Metal FabricatorWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,910$56,160$64,8007,8500.47
285Laser / Plasma / Waterjet Cutting OperatorWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,910$56,160$64,8007,8500.47
286Heat Treat TechnicianWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,910$56,160$64,8007,8500.47
287Plating / Anodizing TechnicianWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,910$56,160$64,8007,8500.47
288Industrial Painter / Powder Coat TechnicianWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,910$56,160$64,8007,8500.47
289Foundry Molder / Melt OperatorWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,910$56,160$64,8007,8500.47
290Lead WelderWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,910$56,160$64,8007,8500.47
291GMP Manufacturing TechnicianChemical Equipment Operators and Tenders (51-9011)$45,320$55,750$63,6402,0300.36
292Aseptic Fill OperatorChemical Equipment Operators and Tenders (51-9011)$45,320$55,750$63,6402,0300.36
293CNC MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$44,000$55,660$65,8507,8500.68
2945-Axis CNC MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$44,000$55,660$65,8507,8500.68
295Swiss CNC MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$44,000$55,660$65,8507,8500.68
296CNC Machine OperatorMachinists (51-4041)$44,000$55,660$65,8507,8500.68
297Horizontal Boring Mill (HBM) MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$44,000$55,660$65,8507,8500.68
298Manual MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$44,000$55,660$65,8507,8500.68
299EDM Machinist (Wire and Sinker)Machinists (51-4041)$44,000$55,660$65,8507,8500.68
300CNC Grinder / Precision GrinderMachinists (51-4041)$44,000$55,660$65,8507,8500.68
301Lead MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$44,000$55,660$65,8507,8500.68
302Machinist AMachinists (51-4041)$44,000$55,660$65,8507,8500.68
303Machinist BMachinists (51-4041)$44,000$55,660$65,8507,8500.68
304Machinist CMachinists (51-4041)$44,000$55,660$65,8507,8500.68
305Senior CNC MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$44,000$55,660$65,8507,8500.68
306CNC Setup MachinistComputer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators (51-9161)$47,130$54,980$63,46010,4501.53
307Quality InspectorInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$44,720$51,560$63,98022,6100.94
308Quality TechnicianInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$44,720$51,560$63,98022,6100.94
309CMM ProgrammerInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$44,720$51,560$63,98022,6100.94
310Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$44,720$51,560$63,98022,6100.94
311Food Safety / QA TechnicianInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$44,720$51,560$63,98022,6100.94
312First Article InspectorInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$44,720$51,560$63,98022,6100.94
313Receiving / Source InspectorInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$44,720$51,560$63,98022,6100.94
314Metrology TechnicianInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$44,720$51,560$63,98022,6100.94
315Microbiology Lab TechnicianInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$44,720$51,560$63,98022,6100.94
316Environmental Monitoring TechnicianInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$44,720$51,560$63,98022,6100.94
317Lead Quality InspectorInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$44,720$51,560$63,98022,6100.94
318Senior CMM ProgrammerInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$44,720$51,560$63,98022,6100.94
319Press Brake OperatorCutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4031)$44,270$48,640$59,4803,4900.51
320Die Setter (Stamping)Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4031)$44,270$48,640$59,4803,4900.51
321Injection Molding TechnicianMolding, Coremaking, and Casting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4072)$43,130$47,960$51,6403,7400.62
322Composite TechnicianFiberglass Laminators and Fabricators (51-2051)$38,470$47,450$50,9803400.52
323Skilled Mechanical AssemblerEngine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$36,080$46,620$51,4606600.48
324Electronics Test TechnicianEngine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$36,080$46,620$51,4606600.48
325Machine Builder (equipment OEM assembly fitter)Engine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$36,080$46,620$51,4606600.48
326Cleanroom Assembler (Medical Device)Engine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$36,080$46,620$51,4606600.48
327Senior Electronics Test TechnicianEngine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$36,080$46,620$51,4606600.48
328Lead Mechanical AssemblerEngine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$36,080$46,620$51,4606600.48
329Certified Forklift OperatorIndustrial Truck and Tractor Operators (53-7051)$40,730$46,600$56,93022,1700.71
330Flexographic Press OperatorPrinting Press Operators (51-5112)$38,620$46,200$49,3906,1401.05
331Extrusion TechnicianExtruding and Drawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4021)$38,950$46,010$48,5001,7900.73
332Robotic Welding TechnicianWelding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders (51-4122)$42,670$45,990$50,9608300.65
333Shipping & Receiving LeadShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$39,280$45,980$52,55033,2501.01
334Hazmat Shipping SpecialistShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$39,280$45,980$52,55033,2501.01
335Warehouse LeadShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$39,280$45,980$52,55033,2501.01
336Skilled Material Handler (ERP / MRP transactions, line feeding)Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$39,280$45,980$52,55033,2501.01
337Production / Material ExpediterShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$39,280$45,980$52,55033,2501.01
338Kitting LeadShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$39,280$45,980$52,55033,2501.01
339Inventory Control LeadShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$39,280$45,980$52,55033,2501.01
340Electronics Assembler / SoldererElectrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers (51-2028)$38,430$45,670$56,37013,7401.38
341Wire Harness & Cable AssemblerElectrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers (51-2028)$38,430$45,670$56,37013,7401.38
342SMT TechnicianElectrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers (51-2028)$38,430$45,670$56,37013,7401.38
343Control Panel BuilderElectrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers (51-2028)$38,430$45,670$56,37013,7401.38
344Semiconductor Fab TechnicianSemiconductor Processing Technicians (51-9141)$40,550$40,770$48,8801,0800.85
345Production TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$37,090$39,520$49,91011,1901.1
346Setup TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$37,090$39,520$49,91011,1901.1
347Process TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$37,090$39,520$49,91011,1901.1
348Battery Cell Production TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$37,090$39,520$49,91011,1901.1
349CIP TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$37,090$39,520$49,91011,1901.1
350Skilled Machine OperatorProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$37,090$39,520$49,91011,1901.1
351Utility / Relief OperatorProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$37,090$39,520$49,91011,1901.1
352Production Trainer (OJT Trainer)Production Workers, All Other (51-9199)$37,090$39,520$49,91011,1901.1
353Senior Production TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$37,090$39,520$49,91011,1901.1
354Lead Production TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$37,090$39,520$49,91011,1901.1
355Converting Operator (slitter, laminator, bag machine, die cutter)Production Workers, All Other (51-9199)$37,090$39,520$49,91011,1901.1
356Batch Maker / CompounderProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$37,090$39,520$49,91011,1901.1
357Paper Machine Operator (Machine Tender)Production Workers, All Other (51-9199)$37,090$39,520$49,91011,1901.1
358Industrial Wastewater Treatment OperatorProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$37,090$39,520$49,91011,1901.1
359Solid Dose Operator (granulation, compression, encapsulation, coating)Production Workers, All Other (51-9199)$37,090$39,520$49,91011,1901.1
360Retort / Thermal Process OperatorProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$37,090$39,520$49,91011,1901.1
361Brewer / Cellar OperatorProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$37,090$39,520$49,91011,1901.1
362Senior Process TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$37,090$39,520$49,91011,1901.1
363Lead Process TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$37,090$39,520$49,91011,1901.1
364Sanitation TechnicianJanitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners (37-2011)$36,520$38,720$47,07083,1600.93
365Sanitation LeadJanitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners (37-2011)$36,520$38,720$47,07083,1600.93
366Food Process OperatorFood Processing Workers, All Other (51-3099)$36,390$37,280$41,8202,5300.97

What should you know about not published by BLS?

Chemical Operator, Control Room (DCS) Operator.

State figures for California

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Area: Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA. Official area tables. Released 2026-05-15. LQ is employment concentration, not a wage index.

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What does this data mean for your opening?

In the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim metro, Manufacturing Headhunters observes that the CEO / President (Manufacturing) position carries a median of $234,290. This exceeds the national median of $213,990. The middle band width is $209,340, highlighting wide pay variability compared to the $226,660 national band. For manufacturing occupations in Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA, releases are separate survey estimates.

They are not the same workers' raises and do not establish a pay trend or its cause. The national benchmark for Communications Equipment Manufacturing is $409,320. For manufacturing occupations in Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA, OEWS measures straight-time gross wages, not pure base salary or total compensation. Commissions and production bonuses are included; overtime, shift differentials, nonproduction bonuses and benefits are excluded.

Manufacturing Engineering Managers in Los Angeles show a median of $190,900, which is higher than the national $171,270. Since May 2024, the median grew by $9,500. The local middle band width is $65,730, slightly narrower than the national $73,140 bandwidth. The national Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing industry median is $192,800. The 1.08 location quotient indicates a balanced presence of engineering management relative to the broader national labor market.

For manufacturing occupations in Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA, releases are separate survey estimates. They are not the same workers' raises and do not establish a pay trend or its cause. The local middle band width is $115,330, notably wider than the $94,490 national band. The national Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing industry row reports a median of $210,870. For manufacturing occupations in Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA, OEWS measures straight-time gross wages, not pure base salary or total compensation. Commissions and production bonuses are included; overtime, shift differentials, nonproduction bonuses and benefits are excluded. Food Process Operators report a $37,280 median, below the $39,680 national median. The middle band width is $5,430, tighter than the national $7,720 band. The Dairy Product Manufacturing national median is $50,960. Sanitation Technicians show a $38,720 median, which is higher than the $36,840 national level. The local middle band width is $10,550, compared to $11,820 nationally. While the national Iron and Steel industry median is $52,820, our local sanitation data reflects general janitorial base rates.

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Why is the Los Angeles CFO middle band width significantly wider than the national band?

The $115,330 local band width reflects the high concentration and extreme variation in financial management roles across this massive metropolitan economy. It indicates that compensation for financial leaders in LA varies significantly by company size and industry sector.

How do Food Process Operator wages compare to dairy manufacturing benchmarks?

The local median of $37,280 is lower than the $50,960 national industry benchmark. This suggests that general food processing work in this metro is compensated lower than specific dairy product production roles.

Is the CEO / President salary data comprehensive?

For manufacturing occupations in Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA, OEWS measures straight-time gross wages, not pure base salary or total compensation. Commissions and production bonuses are included; overtime, shift differentials, nonproduction bonuses and benefits are excluded.

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