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Salary guide, May 2025

Manufacturing pay in Springfield, MA

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 Top-coded, hourly-only and unpublished values are listed separately.

  1. CFO (Manufacturing)$175,950
  2. Corporate Controller$175,950
  3. Plant Controller$175,950
  4. VP of Finance$175,950
  5. Division Controller$175,950
  6. Assistant Plant Controller$175,950
  7. FP&A Manager (Operations)$175,950
  8. Senior Plant Controller$175,950
  9. Senior Cost Accountant$175,950
  10. Manufacturing Engineering Manager$170,580
  11. Process Engineering Manager$170,580
  12. Controls / Automation Manager$170,580
  13. VP of Engineering$170,580
  14. Director of R&D$170,580
  15. Director of Manufacturing Engineering$170,580
  16. NPI Manager$170,580
  17. Capital Projects Manager$170,580
  18. Lead Manufacturing Engineer$170,580
  19. Senior Industrial Engineer$170,580
  20. Senior Packaging Engineer$170,580
  21. Director of Automation$170,580
  22. Automation Manager$170,580
  23. Chief Technology Officer (CTO)$170,580
  24. R&D Manager$170,580
  25. R&D Engineer$170,580

Bars show the top 25 of 318 ranked. The table below lists all 318. Literal BLS medians, May 2025.

Roles in Springfield, MA, ranked by exact annual median (May 2025)
RankRoleBLS occupation25thMedian75thEmploymentLQ
1CFO (Manufacturing)Financial Managers (11-3031)$132,140$175,950$231,9109200.85
2Corporate ControllerFinancial Managers (11-3031)$132,140$175,950$231,9109200.85
3Plant ControllerFinancial Managers (11-3031)$132,140$175,950$231,9109200.85
4VP of FinanceFinancial Managers (11-3031)$132,140$175,950$231,9109200.85
5Division ControllerFinancial Managers (11-3031)$132,140$175,950$231,9109200.85
6Assistant Plant ControllerFinancial Managers (11-3031)$132,140$175,950$231,9109200.85
7FP&A Manager (Operations)Financial Managers (11-3031)$132,140$175,950$231,9109200.85
8Senior Plant ControllerFinancial Managers (11-3031)$132,140$175,950$231,9109200.85
9Senior Cost AccountantFinancial Managers (11-3031)$132,140$175,950$231,9109200.85
10Manufacturing Engineering ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$143,530$170,580$219,4902100.72
11Process Engineering ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$143,530$170,580$219,4902100.72
12Controls / Automation ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$143,530$170,580$219,4902100.72
13VP of EngineeringArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$143,530$170,580$219,4902100.72
14Director of R&DArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$143,530$170,580$219,4902100.72
15Director of Manufacturing EngineeringArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$143,530$170,580$219,4902100.72
16NPI ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$143,530$170,580$219,4902100.72
17Capital Projects ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$143,530$170,580$219,4902100.72
18Lead Manufacturing EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$143,530$170,580$219,4902100.72
19Senior Industrial EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$143,530$170,580$219,4902100.72
20Senior Packaging EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$143,530$170,580$219,4902100.72
21Director of AutomationArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$143,530$170,580$219,4902100.72
22Automation ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$143,530$170,580$219,4902100.72
23Chief Technology Officer (CTO)Architectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$143,530$170,580$219,4902100.72
24R&D ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$143,530$170,580$219,4902100.72
25R&D EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$143,530$170,580$219,4902100.72
26Engineering Manager (Product)Architectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$143,530$170,580$219,4902100.72
27Senior Mechanical Design EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$143,530$170,580$219,4902100.72
28Lead Product Development EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$143,530$170,580$219,4902100.72
29Purchasing ManagerPurchasing Managers (11-3061)$107,490$159,800$182,040500.43
30Strategic Sourcing ManagerPurchasing Managers (11-3061)$107,490$159,800$182,040500.43
31Procurement ManagerPurchasing Managers (11-3061)$107,490$159,800$182,040500.43
32Director of ProcurementPurchasing Managers (11-3061)$107,490$159,800$182,040500.43
33Commodity ManagerPurchasing Managers (11-3061)$107,490$159,800$182,040500.43
34Regulatory Affairs ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$119,640$157,840$195,3202900.36
35EHS ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$119,640$157,840$195,3202900.36
36EHS DirectorManagers, All Other (11-9199)$119,640$157,840$195,3202900.36
37Safety ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$119,640$157,840$195,3202900.36
38Environmental ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$119,640$157,840$195,3202900.36
39Process Safety ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$119,640$157,840$195,3202900.36
40S&OP ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$119,640$157,840$195,3202900.36
41Trade Compliance ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$119,640$157,840$195,3202900.36
42Service / Aftermarket ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$119,640$157,840$195,3202900.36
43Environmental EngineerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$119,640$157,840$195,3202900.36
44Sustainability Manager / DirectorManagers, All Other (11-9199)$119,640$157,840$195,3202900.36
45Senior EHS ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$119,640$157,840$195,3202900.36
46EHS CoordinatorManagers, All Other (11-9199)$119,640$157,840$195,3202900.36
47Director of PlanningManagers, All Other (11-9199)$119,640$157,840$195,3202900.36
48Plant HR ManagerHuman Resources Managers (11-3121)$112,160$152,400$197,8302100.73
49VP of Sales (Industrial)Sales Managers (11-2022)$114,380$149,990$196,6004800.58
50Regional Sales Manager / Technical Sales ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$114,380$149,990$196,6004800.58
51Director of SalesSales Managers (11-2022)$114,380$149,990$196,6004800.58
52National Sales ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$114,380$149,990$196,6004800.58
53Key Account ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$114,380$149,990$196,6004800.58
54National Account ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$114,380$149,990$196,6004800.58
55Business Development ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$114,380$149,990$196,6004800.58
56Territory Sales ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$114,380$149,990$196,6004800.58
57Channel / Distributor Sales ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$114,380$149,990$196,6004800.58
58Product Manager (Industrial)Sales Managers (11-2022)$114,380$149,990$196,6004800.58
59Field Service ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$114,380$149,990$196,6004800.58
60Senior Applications EngineerSales Managers (11-2022)$114,380$149,990$196,6004800.58
61Lead Field Service EngineerSales Managers (11-2022)$114,380$149,990$196,6004800.58
62Traveling Field Service EngineerSales Managers (11-2022)$114,380$149,990$196,6004800.58
63PLC ProgrammerSoftware Developers (15-1252)$106,280$127,740$153,9606500.3
64MES EngineerSoftware Developers (15-1252)$106,280$127,740$153,9606500.3
65SCADA / HMI EngineerSoftware Developers (15-1252)$106,280$127,740$153,9606500.3
66Manufacturing Systems / OT EngineerSoftware Developers (15-1252)$106,280$127,740$153,9606500.3
67Firmware / Embedded EngineerSoftware Developers (15-1252)$106,280$127,740$153,9606500.3
68Automation EngineerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$102,050$114,250$149,300800.43
69Robotics EngineerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$102,050$114,250$149,300800.43
70Machine Vision EngineerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$102,050$114,250$149,300800.43
71Product Development EngineerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$102,050$114,250$149,300800.43
72Applications EngineerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$102,050$114,250$149,300800.43
73Applications Engineering ManagerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$102,050$114,250$149,300800.43
74Controls EngineerElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$93,030$113,330$143,1602000.8
75Electrical Engineer (Plant)Electrical Engineers (17-2071)$93,030$113,330$143,1602000.8
76Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) EngineerElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$93,030$113,330$143,1602000.8
77Electrical Design EngineerElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$93,030$113,330$143,1602000.8
78Senior Controls EngineerElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$93,030$113,330$143,1602000.8
79Lead Controls TechnicianElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$93,030$113,330$143,1602000.8
80Panel Design Engineer (UL 508A)Electrical Engineers (17-2071)$93,030$113,330$143,1602000.8
81Lead Controls EngineerElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$93,030$113,330$143,1602000.8
82Controls SupervisorElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$93,030$113,330$143,1602000.8
83Injection Molding Process EngineerChemical Engineers (17-2041)$87,600$110,770$127,900401.48
84Extrusion Process EngineerChemical Engineers (17-2041)$87,600$110,770$127,900401.48
85MS&T EngineerChemical Engineers (17-2041)$87,600$110,770$127,900401.48
86Process Development EngineerChemical Engineers (17-2041)$87,600$110,770$127,900401.48
87Tech Transfer EngineerChemical Engineers (17-2041)$87,600$110,770$127,900401.48
88VP of OperationsGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$73,020$106,390$160,3304,3900.97
89VP of ManufacturingGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$73,020$106,390$160,3304,3900.97
90Regional VP of OperationsGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$73,020$106,390$160,3304,3900.97
91General Manager (Manufacturing)General and Operations Managers (11-1021)$73,020$106,390$160,3304,3900.97
92Director of OperationsGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$73,020$106,390$160,3304,3900.97
93EVP / SVP OperationsGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$73,020$106,390$160,3304,3900.97
94Division / Business Unit General ManagerGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$73,020$106,390$160,3304,3900.97
95Director of ManufacturingGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$73,020$106,390$160,3304,3900.97
96Facilities ManagerFacilities Managers (11-3013)$79,610$102,990$132,7102701.33
97Facilities EngineerFacilities Managers (11-3013)$79,610$102,990$132,7102701.33
98Utilities / Energy ManagerFacilities Managers (11-3013)$79,610$102,990$132,7102701.33
99VP of Supply Chain / Director of Supply ChainTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,020$102,430$132,8002000.71
100Supply Chain ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,020$102,430$132,8002000.71
101Materials ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,020$102,430$132,8002000.71
102Logistics ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,020$102,430$132,8002000.71
103Warehouse Manager / Distribution Center ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,020$102,430$132,8002000.71
104Chief Supply Chain OfficerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,020$102,430$132,8002000.71
105Category Manager (Direct Materials)Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,020$102,430$132,8002000.71
106Inventory Control ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,020$102,430$132,8002000.71
107Senior Production PlannerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,020$102,430$132,8002000.71
108Senior BuyerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,020$102,430$132,8002000.71
109Director of LogisticsTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,020$102,430$132,8002000.71
110Transportation ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,020$102,430$132,8002000.71
111Warehouse SupervisorTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,020$102,430$132,8002000.71
112Shipping & Receiving ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,020$102,430$132,8002000.71
113Manufacturing EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$85,910$100,460$122,1504700.99
114Process EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$85,910$100,460$122,1504700.99
115Industrial EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$85,910$100,460$122,1504700.99
116Yield Engineer (Semiconductor)Industrial Engineers (17-2112)$85,910$100,460$122,1504700.99
117Battery Cell Process EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$85,910$100,460$122,1504700.99
118Quality EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$85,910$100,460$122,1504700.99
119Supplier Quality EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$85,910$100,460$122,1504700.99
120Customer Quality EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$85,910$100,460$122,1504700.99
121Design Quality EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$85,910$100,460$122,1504700.99
122Validation EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$85,910$100,460$122,1504700.99
123Reliability EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$85,910$100,460$122,1504700.99
124Reliability ManagerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$85,910$100,460$122,1504700.99
125Continuous Improvement ManagerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$85,910$100,460$122,1504700.99
126Continuous Improvement EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$85,910$100,460$122,1504700.99
127Lean Six Sigma Black BeltIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$85,910$100,460$122,1504700.99
128Director of Operational ExcellenceIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$85,910$100,460$122,1504700.99
129Supplier Development EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$85,910$100,460$122,1504700.99
130Lean ManagerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$85,910$100,460$122,1504700.99
131Senior Manufacturing EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$85,910$100,460$122,1504700.99
132Senior Process EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$85,910$100,460$122,1504700.99
133Mold / Die Design EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$85,910$100,460$122,1504700.99
134Test EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$85,910$100,460$122,1504700.99
135Senior Quality EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$85,910$100,460$122,1504700.99
136Quality Engineering ManagerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$85,910$100,460$122,1504700.99
137Quality Systems Engineer / SpecialistIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$85,910$100,460$122,1504700.99
138Maintenance EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$85,910$100,460$122,1504700.99
139EHS EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$85,910$100,460$122,1504700.99
140VP of Operational ExcellenceIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$85,910$100,460$122,1504700.99
141Director of Continuous ImprovementIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$85,910$100,460$122,1504700.99
142Lean Specialist / CoordinatorIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$85,910$100,460$122,1504700.99
143Master Black BeltIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$85,910$100,460$122,1504700.99
144Senior Continuous Improvement EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$85,910$100,460$122,1504700.99
145Lead Continuous Improvement EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$85,910$100,460$122,1504700.99
146Supplier Development ManagerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$85,910$100,460$122,1504700.99
147Material Flow / Logistics EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$85,910$100,460$122,1504700.99
148Packaging EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$81,030$98,380$125,5902900.76
149Tooling EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$81,030$98,380$125,5902900.76
150Welding EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$81,030$98,380$125,5902900.76
151Plant EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$81,030$98,380$125,5902900.76
152Mechanical Design EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$81,030$98,380$125,5902900.76
153Packaging Development EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$81,030$98,380$125,5902900.76
154Plant Engineering ManagerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$81,030$98,380$125,5902900.76
155Mechanical EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$81,030$98,380$125,5902900.76
156Product Design EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$81,030$98,380$125,5902900.76
157Product EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$81,030$98,380$125,5902900.76
158Systems EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$81,030$98,380$125,5902900.76
159CAD Designer / DrafterMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$81,030$98,380$125,5902900.76
160Sales EngineerSales Engineers (41-9031)$84,040$96,860$137,120801.26
161Inside Sales EngineerSales Engineers (41-9031)$84,040$96,860$137,120801.26
162Proposal / Quotation EngineerSales Engineers (41-9031)$84,040$96,860$137,120801.26
163Project Engineer / Capital Projects ManagerProject Management Specialists (13-1082)$74,330$94,880$123,5706100.44
164Program ManagerProject Management Specialists (13-1082)$74,330$94,880$123,5706100.44
165Cost AccountantAccountants and Auditors (13-2011)$73,760$92,010$118,3801,7200.92
166Cost Accounting ManagerAccountants and Auditors (13-2011)$73,760$92,010$118,3801,7200.92
167Senior Cost AnalystAccountants and Auditors (13-2011)$73,760$92,010$118,3801,7200.92
168Inventory AccountantAccountants and Auditors (13-2011)$73,760$92,010$118,3801,7200.92
169Overhead Crane Operator & RiggerCrane and Tower Operators (53-7021)$71,440$90,320$119,440400.72
170PLC / Controls TechnicianElectrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094)$76,860$89,340$100,0901001.17
171Robotics TechnicianElectrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094)$76,860$89,340$100,0901001.17
172Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) TechnicianElectrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094)$76,860$89,340$100,0901001.17
173Semiconductor Equipment TechnicianElectrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094)$76,860$89,340$100,0901001.17
174Safety Specialist / CoordinatorOccupational Health and Safety Specialists (19-5011)$71,500$88,290$113,6901500.83
175Industrial HygienistOccupational Health and Safety Specialists (19-5011)$71,500$88,290$113,6901500.83
176Environmental Permitting SpecialistOccupational Health and Safety Specialists (19-5011)$71,500$88,290$113,6901500.83
177Quality Auditor / Lead AuditorCompliance Officers (13-1041)$67,280$84,820$106,6805801.08
178Document Control ManagerCompliance Officers (13-1041)$67,280$84,820$106,6805801.08
179Regulatory Compliance ManagerCompliance Officers (13-1041)$67,280$84,820$106,6805801.08
180QC Microbiology ManagerMedical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists (19-1042)$80,980$84,190$98,570600.28
181Maintenance ManagerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$68,940$82,550$104,3708601.08
182Director of MaintenanceFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$68,940$82,550$104,3708601.08
183Maintenance SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$68,940$82,550$104,3708601.08
184Maintenance & Engineering ManagerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$68,940$82,550$104,3708601.08
185Asset Management / CMMS ManagerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$68,940$82,550$104,3708601.08
186Tool Room ManagerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$68,940$82,550$104,3708601.08
187Lead Maintenance TechnicianFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$68,940$82,550$104,3708601.08
188Senior Reliability EngineerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$68,940$82,550$104,3708601.08
189Lead Reliability EngineerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$68,940$82,550$104,3708601.08
190Buyer / Senior BuyerBuyers and Purchasing Agents (13-1020)$60,980$79,040$101,5606200.98
191Production SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$63,090$78,210$93,3601,0601.22
192Line LeadFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$63,090$78,210$93,3601,0601.22
193Shift SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$63,090$78,210$93,3601,0601.22
194Packaging SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$63,090$78,210$93,3601,0601.22
195Production Team LeadFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$63,090$78,210$93,3601,0601.22
196CNC Machining SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$63,090$78,210$93,3601,0601.22
197Welding SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$63,090$78,210$93,3601,0601.22
198Packaging Maintenance SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$63,090$78,210$93,3601,0601.22
199Industrial ElectricianElectricians (47-2111)$57,780$77,420$96,5308600.88
200Industrial Refrigeration (Ammonia) TechnicianHeating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers (49-9021)$59,560$76,530$93,3904600.87
201CNC ProgrammerComputer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers (51-9162)$62,400$75,830$80,530802.23
202Electromechanical / Mechatronics TechnicianElectro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians (17-3024)$59,780$70,520$75,920401.98
203Logistics SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors (53-1047)$55,230$69,780$83,0108501.05
204Shipping SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors (53-1047)$55,230$69,780$83,0108501.05
205Field Service EngineerIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$57,530$68,970$82,2006401.13
206Industrial Maintenance TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$57,530$68,970$82,2006401.13
207Packaging TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$57,530$68,970$82,2006401.13
208Line TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$57,530$68,970$82,2006401.13
209Maintenance MechanicIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$57,530$68,970$82,2006401.13
210Multi-Craft Maintenance TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$57,530$68,970$82,2006401.13
211Hydraulic / Fluid Power TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$57,530$68,970$82,2006401.13
212Boiler Operator / Stationary Engineer (Plant Utilities)Industrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$57,530$68,970$82,2006401.13
213Predictive Maintenance (PdM) TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$57,530$68,970$82,2006401.13
214Forklift / Material Handling Equipment TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$57,530$68,970$82,2006401.13
215Maintenance Technician AIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$57,530$68,970$82,2006401.13
216Maintenance Technician BIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$57,530$68,970$82,2006401.13
217Maintenance Technician CIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$57,530$68,970$82,2006401.13
218Traveling MillwrightIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$57,530$68,970$82,2006401.13
219Filler OperatorIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$57,530$68,970$82,2006401.13
220Packaging OperatorIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$57,530$68,970$82,2006401.13
221End-of-Line Operator (palletizer and robot cell)Industrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$57,530$68,970$82,2006401.13
222Lead Packaging TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$57,530$68,970$82,2006401.13
223QC Lab TechnicianChemical Technicians (19-4031)$49,540$64,480$83,390500.62
224CNC MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$50,820$63,090$75,8709202.48
2255-Axis CNC MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$50,820$63,090$75,8709202.48
226Swiss CNC MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$50,820$63,090$75,8709202.48
227CNC Machine OperatorMachinists (51-4041)$50,820$63,090$75,8709202.48
228Horizontal Boring Mill (HBM) MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$50,820$63,090$75,8709202.48
229Manual MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$50,820$63,090$75,8709202.48
230EDM Machinist (Wire and Sinker)Machinists (51-4041)$50,820$63,090$75,8709202.48
231CNC Grinder / Precision GrinderMachinists (51-4041)$50,820$63,090$75,8709202.48
232Lead MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$50,820$63,090$75,8709202.48
233Machinist AMachinists (51-4041)$50,820$63,090$75,8709202.48
234Machinist BMachinists (51-4041)$50,820$63,090$75,8709202.48
235Machinist CMachinists (51-4041)$50,820$63,090$75,8709202.48
236Senior CNC MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$50,820$63,090$75,8709202.48
237Tool and Die MakerTool and Die Makers (51-4111)$52,810$62,620$74,0601502
238Mold MakerTool and Die Makers (51-4111)$52,810$62,620$74,0601502
239GMP Manufacturing TechnicianChemical Equipment Operators and Tenders (51-9011)$47,680$62,280$72,690800.42
240Aseptic Fill OperatorChemical Equipment Operators and Tenders (51-9011)$47,680$62,280$72,690800.42
241Maintenance Planner / SchedulerProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$52,480$61,330$72,7704400.86
242Production Planner / Master SchedulerProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$52,480$61,330$72,7704400.86
243Inventory Control SpecialistProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$52,480$61,330$72,7704400.86
244Demand PlannerProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$52,480$61,330$72,7704400.86
245Supply PlannerProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$52,480$61,330$72,7704400.86
246Production SchedulerProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$52,480$61,330$72,7704400.86
247CNC Setup MachinistComputer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators (51-9161)$50,180$60,200$65,5704001.82
248NDT TechnicianEngineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other (17-3029)$48,100$58,640$77,420600.75
249Production Welder (MIG)Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,870$56,010$61,3502200.4
250TIG WelderWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,870$56,010$61,3502200.4
251Code Welder (ASME / Pressure Vessel)Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,870$56,010$61,3502200.4
252Welder-FabricatorWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,870$56,010$61,3502200.4
253Fitter / Layout FitterWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,870$56,010$61,3502200.4
254Sheet Metal FabricatorWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,870$56,010$61,3502200.4
255Laser / Plasma / Waterjet Cutting OperatorWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,870$56,010$61,3502200.4
256Heat Treat TechnicianWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,870$56,010$61,3502200.4
257Plating / Anodizing TechnicianWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,870$56,010$61,3502200.4
258Industrial Painter / Powder Coat TechnicianWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,870$56,010$61,3502200.4
259Foundry Molder / Melt OperatorWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,870$56,010$61,3502200.4
260Lead WelderWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,870$56,010$61,3502200.4
261Flexographic Press OperatorPrinting Press Operators (51-5112)$43,480$55,740$61,2202701.44
262Bioprocess TechnicianBiological Technicians (19-4021)$45,400$54,140$60,410400.4
263Robotic Welding TechnicianWelding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders (51-4122)$50,000$51,110$64,150701.59
264Quality InspectorInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$46,010$49,420$60,3707500.97
265Quality TechnicianInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$46,010$49,420$60,3707500.97
266CMM ProgrammerInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$46,010$49,420$60,3707500.97
267Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$46,010$49,420$60,3707500.97
268Food Safety / QA TechnicianInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$46,010$49,420$60,3707500.97
269First Article InspectorInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$46,010$49,420$60,3707500.97
270Receiving / Source InspectorInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$46,010$49,420$60,3707500.97
271Metrology TechnicianInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$46,010$49,420$60,3707500.97
272Microbiology Lab TechnicianInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$46,010$49,420$60,3707500.97
273Environmental Monitoring TechnicianInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$46,010$49,420$60,3707500.97
274Lead Quality InspectorInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$46,010$49,420$60,3707500.97
275Senior CMM ProgrammerInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$46,010$49,420$60,3707500.97
276Shipping & Receiving LeadShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$43,940$48,850$58,1709900.93
277Hazmat Shipping SpecialistShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$43,940$48,850$58,1709900.93
278Warehouse LeadShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$43,940$48,850$58,1709900.93
279Skilled Material Handler (ERP / MRP transactions, line feeding)Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$43,940$48,850$58,1709900.93
280Production / Material ExpediterShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$43,940$48,850$58,1709900.93
281Kitting LeadShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$43,940$48,850$58,1709900.93
282Inventory Control LeadShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$43,940$48,850$58,1709900.93
283Certified Forklift OperatorIndustrial Truck and Tractor Operators (53-7051)$45,070$47,840$47,8408100.81
284Electronics Assembler / SoldererElectrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers (51-2028)$36,790$44,550$48,8303401.08
285Wire Harness & Cable AssemblerElectrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers (51-2028)$36,790$44,550$48,8303401.08
286SMT TechnicianElectrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers (51-2028)$36,790$44,550$48,8303401.08
287Control Panel BuilderElectrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers (51-2028)$36,790$44,550$48,8303401.08
288Extrusion TechnicianExtruding and Drawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4021)$41,250$44,450$60,2701501.92
289Injection Molding TechnicianMolding, Coremaking, and Casting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4072)$37,930$43,920$55,4203401.76
290Skilled Mechanical AssemblerEngine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$34,960$41,110$55,480601.39
291Electronics Test TechnicianEngine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$34,960$41,110$55,480601.39
292Machine Builder (equipment OEM assembly fitter)Engine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$34,960$41,110$55,480601.39
293Cleanroom Assembler (Medical Device)Engine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$34,960$41,110$55,480601.39
294Senior Electronics Test TechnicianEngine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$34,960$41,110$55,480601.39
295Lead Mechanical AssemblerEngine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$34,960$41,110$55,480601.39
296Press Brake OperatorCutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4031)$37,510$40,560$54,3902801.25
297Die Setter (Stamping)Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4031)$37,510$40,560$54,3902801.25
298Sanitation TechnicianJanitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners (37-2011)$35,730$39,170$46,1303,0601.07
299Sanitation LeadJanitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners (37-2011)$35,730$39,170$46,1303,0601.07
300Production TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$31,200$36,010$52,0201500.45
301Setup TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$31,200$36,010$52,0201500.45
302Process TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$31,200$36,010$52,0201500.45
303Battery Cell Production TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$31,200$36,010$52,0201500.45
304CIP TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$31,200$36,010$52,0201500.45
305Skilled Machine OperatorProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$31,200$36,010$52,0201500.45
306Utility / Relief OperatorProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$31,200$36,010$52,0201500.45
307Production Trainer (OJT Trainer)Production Workers, All Other (51-9199)$31,200$36,010$52,0201500.45
308Senior Production TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$31,200$36,010$52,0201500.45
309Lead Production TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$31,200$36,010$52,0201500.45
310Converting Operator (slitter, laminator, bag machine, die cutter)Production Workers, All Other (51-9199)$31,200$36,010$52,0201500.45
311Batch Maker / CompounderProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$31,200$36,010$52,0201500.45
312Paper Machine Operator (Machine Tender)Production Workers, All Other (51-9199)$31,200$36,010$52,0201500.45
313Industrial Wastewater Treatment OperatorProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$31,200$36,010$52,0201500.45
314Solid Dose Operator (granulation, compression, encapsulation, coating)Production Workers, All Other (51-9199)$31,200$36,010$52,0201500.45
315Retort / Thermal Process OperatorProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$31,200$36,010$52,0201500.45
316Brewer / Cellar OperatorProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$31,200$36,010$52,0201500.45
317Senior Process TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$31,200$36,010$52,0201500.45
318Lead Process TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$31,200$36,010$52,0201500.45

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State figures for Massachusetts

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Area: Springfield, MA. 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?

Manufacturing Headhunters reviews the competitive market in Springfield. The CFO median is $175,950, which is higher than the national $166,570. The local middle band width is $99,770, broader than the $94,490 national bandwidth. Median change was $11,160 since the prior reference.

Note that these are cash-basis salaries; Springfield manufacturing firms should emphasize their non-cash incentives like equity, as this base salary shows the local premium on financial oversight talent is quite competitive.

Manufacturing Engineering Managers here show a median of $170,580, nearly identical to the national $171,270. Local band width is $75,960, which is quite close to the national $73,140. With a median change of $4,950, this sector shows steady progress. This role maps to Architectural and Engineering Managers, so the responsibilities are diverse. Use these figures to set a baseline but adjust based on the complexity of your specific technical infrastructure and production needs.

Purchasing Managers in Springfield report a median of $159,800, significantly higher than the national $148,080. Local band width is $74,550, compared to the $66,720 national width. This reveals a very high local appreciation for procurement efficiency, further bolstered by a massive median change of $23,380. Candidates in this role will expect proven offers. Ensure that benefits are structured appropriately to reward the high-level impact purchasing teams have on plant overheads.

Sanitation Technician data reflects a median of $39,170, notably higher than the national $36,840. The local middle band width is $10,400, tighter than the $11,820 national bandwidth. With a median change of $1,280, pay is rising steadily. Given the janitorial mapping, this higher local median suggests that area plants are paying a premium to ensure their sanitation standards meet modern production rigors. Highlight these local expectations in your recruiting process.

Production Technician data reports a median of $36,010, which is below the national $40,110. Local middle band width is $20,820, which is quite wide compared to the $12,980 national width. With a median change of $550, the market is currently static. The SOC category of Production Workers, All Other is broad, explaining the massive salary spread. Recruiters should screen heavily for specific machine operating skills, as the median salary does not capture the full range of specialized knowledge.

The Spartanburg industrial sector shows significant growth, and Springfield, MA shares a similar, albeit distinct, trajectory for high-level manufacturing oversight. Firms in this region should use the strong medians for management roles to attract experienced talent from neighboring states. By focusing on total compensation and specific industry compliance, local manufacturers can successfully recruit against national peers who rely only on standard SOC aggregate data.

Which pay questions should you settle before hiring?

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Why is the Purchasing Manager salary growth so aggressive in Springfield?

The median change of $23,380 indicates a rapid shift in the local market value for procurement leadership. This suggests that Springfield manufacturing firms are competing harder for strategic purchasing talent.

What is the key takeaway for hiring Production Technicians in Springfield?

The wide salary band of $20,820 demonstrates that candidate skill sets vary drastically in this region. You must screen for specific machine operation experience to determine where a candidate falls within this broad range.

Does the local Sanitation Technician pay premium suggest a need for specialized skills?

Yes, the local median is higher than the national average, indicating that plants here value specialized sanitation experience. It is a competitive niche that local recruiters should emphasize.

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