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Salary guide, May 2025

Manufacturing pay in Colorado

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 367 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 Top-coded, hourly-only and unpublished values are listed separately.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)$213,370
  2. Chief Operating Officer (COO)$213,370
  3. Senior Director of Operations$213,370
  4. Manufacturing Engineering Manager$183,810
  5. Process Engineering Manager$183,810
  6. Controls / Automation Manager$183,810
  7. VP of Engineering$183,810
  8. Director of R&D$183,810
  9. Director of Manufacturing Engineering$183,810
  10. NPI Manager$183,810
  11. Capital Projects Manager$183,810
  12. Lead Manufacturing Engineer$183,810
  13. Senior Industrial Engineer$183,810
  14. Senior Packaging Engineer$183,810
  15. Director of Automation$183,810
  16. Automation Manager$183,810
  17. Chief Technology Officer (CTO)$183,810
  18. R&D Manager$183,810
  19. R&D Engineer$183,810
  20. Engineering Manager (Product)$183,810
  21. Senior Mechanical Design Engineer$183,810
  22. Lead Product Development Engineer$183,810
  23. CFO (Manufacturing)$182,690
  24. Corporate Controller$182,690
  25. Plant Controller$182,690

Bars show the top 25 of 367 ranked. The table below lists all 367. Literal BLS medians, May 2025.

Roles in Colorado, ranked by exact annual median (May 2025)
RankRoleBLS occupation25thMedian75thEmploymentLQ
1CEO / President (Manufacturing)Chief Executives (11-1011)$134,380$213,370$302,380Not published by BLSNot published by BLS
2Chief Operating Officer (COO)Chief Executives (11-1011)$134,380$213,370$302,380Not published by BLSNot published by BLS
3Senior Director of OperationsChief Executives (11-1011)$134,380$213,370$302,380Not published by BLSNot published by BLS
4Manufacturing Engineering ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$165,420$183,810$225,1004,9001.2
5Process Engineering ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$165,420$183,810$225,1004,9001.2
6Controls / Automation ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$165,420$183,810$225,1004,9001.2
7VP of EngineeringArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$165,420$183,810$225,1004,9001.2
8Director of R&DArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$165,420$183,810$225,1004,9001.2
9Director of Manufacturing EngineeringArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$165,420$183,810$225,1004,9001.2
10NPI ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$165,420$183,810$225,1004,9001.2
11Capital Projects ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$165,420$183,810$225,1004,9001.2
12Lead Manufacturing EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$165,420$183,810$225,1004,9001.2
13Senior Industrial EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$165,420$183,810$225,1004,9001.2
14Senior Packaging EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$165,420$183,810$225,1004,9001.2
15Director of AutomationArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$165,420$183,810$225,1004,9001.2
16Automation ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$165,420$183,810$225,1004,9001.2
17Chief Technology Officer (CTO)Architectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$165,420$183,810$225,1004,9001.2
18R&D ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$165,420$183,810$225,1004,9001.2
19R&D EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$165,420$183,810$225,1004,9001.2
20Engineering Manager (Product)Architectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$165,420$183,810$225,1004,9001.2
21Senior Mechanical Design EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$165,420$183,810$225,1004,9001.2
22Lead Product Development EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$165,420$183,810$225,1004,9001.2
23CFO (Manufacturing)Financial Managers (11-3031)$149,120$182,690$238,38010,6400.68
24Corporate ControllerFinancial Managers (11-3031)$149,120$182,690$238,38010,6400.68
25Plant ControllerFinancial Managers (11-3031)$149,120$182,690$238,38010,6400.68
26VP of FinanceFinancial Managers (11-3031)$149,120$182,690$238,38010,6400.68
27Division ControllerFinancial Managers (11-3031)$149,120$182,690$238,38010,6400.68
28Assistant Plant ControllerFinancial Managers (11-3031)$149,120$182,690$238,38010,6400.68
29FP&A Manager (Operations)Financial Managers (11-3031)$149,120$182,690$238,38010,6400.68
30Senior Plant ControllerFinancial Managers (11-3031)$149,120$182,690$238,38010,6400.68
31Senior Cost AccountantFinancial Managers (11-3031)$149,120$182,690$238,38010,6400.68
32VP of Sales (Industrial)Sales Managers (11-2022)$140,990$180,850$237,7108,7800.75
33Regional Sales Manager / Technical Sales ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$140,990$180,850$237,7108,7800.75
34Director of SalesSales Managers (11-2022)$140,990$180,850$237,7108,7800.75
35National Sales ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$140,990$180,850$237,7108,7800.75
36Key Account ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$140,990$180,850$237,7108,7800.75
37National Account ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$140,990$180,850$237,7108,7800.75
38Business Development ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$140,990$180,850$237,7108,7800.75
39Territory Sales ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$140,990$180,850$237,7108,7800.75
40Channel / Distributor Sales ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$140,990$180,850$237,7108,7800.75
41Product Manager (Industrial)Sales Managers (11-2022)$140,990$180,850$237,7108,7800.75
42Field Service ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$140,990$180,850$237,7108,7800.75
43Senior Applications EngineerSales Managers (11-2022)$140,990$180,850$237,7108,7800.75
44Lead Field Service EngineerSales Managers (11-2022)$140,990$180,850$237,7108,7800.75
45Traveling Field Service EngineerSales Managers (11-2022)$140,990$180,850$237,7108,7800.75
46Purchasing ManagerPurchasing Managers (11-3061)$141,190$171,250$209,7401,3200.85
47Strategic Sourcing ManagerPurchasing Managers (11-3061)$141,190$171,250$209,7401,3200.85
48Procurement ManagerPurchasing Managers (11-3061)$141,190$171,250$209,7401,3200.85
49Director of ProcurementPurchasing Managers (11-3061)$141,190$171,250$209,7401,3200.85
50Commodity ManagerPurchasing Managers (11-3061)$141,190$171,250$209,7401,3200.85
51Regulatory Affairs ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$135,790$171,140$215,44014,0601.22
52EHS ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$135,790$171,140$215,44014,0601.22
53EHS DirectorManagers, All Other (11-9199)$135,790$171,140$215,44014,0601.22
54Safety ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$135,790$171,140$215,44014,0601.22
55Environmental ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$135,790$171,140$215,44014,0601.22
56Process Safety ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$135,790$171,140$215,44014,0601.22
57S&OP ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$135,790$171,140$215,44014,0601.22
58Trade Compliance ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$135,790$171,140$215,44014,0601.22
59Service / Aftermarket ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$135,790$171,140$215,44014,0601.22
60Environmental EngineerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$135,790$171,140$215,44014,0601.22
61Sustainability Manager / DirectorManagers, All Other (11-9199)$135,790$171,140$215,44014,0601.22
62Senior EHS ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$135,790$171,140$215,44014,0601.22
63EHS CoordinatorManagers, All Other (11-9199)$135,790$171,140$215,44014,0601.22
64Director of PlanningManagers, All Other (11-9199)$135,790$171,140$215,44014,0601.22
65Plant HR ManagerHuman Resources Managers (11-3121)$133,100$166,400$208,0303,6200.89
66Plant ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$108,170$141,020$189,3001,7300.38
67Plant Director / Site DirectorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$108,170$141,020$189,3001,7300.38
68Assistant Plant ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$108,170$141,020$189,3001,7300.38
69Operations ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$108,170$141,020$189,3001,7300.38
70Manufacturing ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$108,170$141,020$189,3001,7300.38
71Production ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$108,170$141,020$189,3001,7300.38
72Shift Manager (2nd / 3rd shift)Industrial Production Managers (11-3051)$108,170$141,020$189,3001,7300.38
73Plant Startup / Launch ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$108,170$141,020$189,3001,7300.38
74Sanitation ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$108,170$141,020$189,3001,7300.38
75VP of Quality / Chief Quality OfficerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$108,170$141,020$189,3001,7300.38
76Director of QualityIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$108,170$141,020$189,3001,7300.38
77Quality ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$108,170$141,020$189,3001,7300.38
78QC ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$108,170$141,020$189,3001,7300.38
79Supplier Quality ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$108,170$141,020$189,3001,7300.38
80Quality Systems ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$108,170$141,020$189,3001,7300.38
81FSQA ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$108,170$141,020$189,3001,7300.38
82FSQA DirectorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$108,170$141,020$189,3001,7300.38
83Food Safety Coordinator / SQF PractitionerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$108,170$141,020$189,3001,7300.38
84QA ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$108,170$141,020$189,3001,7300.38
85Production SuperintendentIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$108,170$141,020$189,3001,7300.38
86Area ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$108,170$141,020$189,3001,7300.38
87Value Stream ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$108,170$141,020$189,3001,7300.38
88Department ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$108,170$141,020$189,3001,7300.38
89Sanitation SupervisorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$108,170$141,020$189,3001,7300.38
90Bilingual Production SupervisorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$108,170$141,020$189,3001,7300.38
91Second Shift Production SupervisorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$108,170$141,020$189,3001,7300.38
92Third Shift Production SupervisorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$108,170$141,020$189,3001,7300.38
93QC Lab ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$108,170$141,020$189,3001,7300.38
94Validation / CQV ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$108,170$141,020$189,3001,7300.38
95CAPA ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$108,170$141,020$189,3001,7300.38
96Metrology / Calibration ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$108,170$141,020$189,3001,7300.38
97Lead Quality EngineerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$108,170$141,020$189,3001,7300.38
98Quality SupervisorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$108,170$141,020$189,3001,7300.38
99Sales EngineerSales Engineers (41-9031)$110,120$139,990$176,7802,8002.93
100Inside Sales EngineerSales Engineers (41-9031)$110,120$139,990$176,7802,8002.93
101Proposal / Quotation EngineerSales Engineers (41-9031)$110,120$139,990$176,7802,8002.93
102PLC ProgrammerSoftware Developers (15-1252)$122,470$138,390$173,00043,3201.39
103MES EngineerSoftware Developers (15-1252)$122,470$138,390$173,00043,3201.39
104SCADA / HMI EngineerSoftware Developers (15-1252)$122,470$138,390$173,00043,3201.39
105Manufacturing Systems / OT EngineerSoftware Developers (15-1252)$122,470$138,390$173,00043,3201.39
106Firmware / Embedded EngineerSoftware Developers (15-1252)$122,470$138,390$173,00043,3201.39
107VP of Supply Chain / Director of Supply ChainTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$102,490$132,610$167,2002,3100.57
108Supply Chain ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$102,490$132,610$167,2002,3100.57
109Materials ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$102,490$132,610$167,2002,3100.57
110Logistics ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$102,490$132,610$167,2002,3100.57
111Warehouse Manager / Distribution Center ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$102,490$132,610$167,2002,3100.57
112Chief Supply Chain OfficerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$102,490$132,610$167,2002,3100.57
113Category Manager (Direct Materials)Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$102,490$132,610$167,2002,3100.57
114Inventory Control ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$102,490$132,610$167,2002,3100.57
115Senior Production PlannerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$102,490$132,610$167,2002,3100.57
116Senior BuyerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$102,490$132,610$167,2002,3100.57
117Director of LogisticsTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$102,490$132,610$167,2002,3100.57
118Transportation ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$102,490$132,610$167,2002,3100.57
119Warehouse SupervisorTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$102,490$132,610$167,2002,3100.57
120Shipping & Receiving ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$102,490$132,610$167,2002,3100.57
121Automation EngineerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$105,050$132,590$164,8002,5400.89
122Robotics EngineerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$105,050$132,590$164,8002,5400.89
123Machine Vision EngineerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$105,050$132,590$164,8002,5400.89
124Product Development EngineerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$105,050$132,590$164,8002,5400.89
125Applications EngineerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$105,050$132,590$164,8002,5400.89
126Applications Engineering ManagerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$105,050$132,590$164,8002,5400.89
127VP of OperationsGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$91,180$131,840$195,19041,8700.65
128VP of ManufacturingGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$91,180$131,840$195,19041,8700.65
129Regional VP of OperationsGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$91,180$131,840$195,19041,8700.65
130General Manager (Manufacturing)General and Operations Managers (11-1021)$91,180$131,840$195,19041,8700.65
131Director of OperationsGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$91,180$131,840$195,19041,8700.65
132EVP / SVP OperationsGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$91,180$131,840$195,19041,8700.65
133Division / Business Unit General ManagerGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$91,180$131,840$195,19041,8700.65
134Director of ManufacturingGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$91,180$131,840$195,19041,8700.65
135Injection Molding Process EngineerChemical Engineers (17-2041)$97,490$125,800$150,2807201.84
136Extrusion Process EngineerChemical Engineers (17-2041)$97,490$125,800$150,2807201.84
137MS&T EngineerChemical Engineers (17-2041)$97,490$125,800$150,2807201.84
138Process Development EngineerChemical Engineers (17-2041)$97,490$125,800$150,2807201.84
139Tech Transfer EngineerChemical Engineers (17-2041)$97,490$125,800$150,2807201.84
140Packaging EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$95,710$124,430$149,7907,1901.31
141Tooling EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$95,710$124,430$149,7907,1901.31
142Welding EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$95,710$124,430$149,7907,1901.31
143Plant EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$95,710$124,430$149,7907,1901.31
144Mechanical Design EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$95,710$124,430$149,7907,1901.31
145Packaging Development EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$95,710$124,430$149,7907,1901.31
146Plant Engineering ManagerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$95,710$124,430$149,7907,1901.31
147Mechanical EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$95,710$124,430$149,7907,1901.31
148Product Design EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$95,710$124,430$149,7907,1901.31
149Product EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$95,710$124,430$149,7907,1901.31
150Systems EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$95,710$124,430$149,7907,1901.31
151CAD Designer / DrafterMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$95,710$124,430$149,7907,1901.31
152Materials EngineerMaterials Engineers (17-2131)$94,640$124,030$164,6308101.92
153Metallurgist / Metallurgical EngineerMaterials Engineers (17-2131)$94,640$124,030$164,6308101.92
154Polymer / Plastics EngineerMaterials Engineers (17-2131)$94,640$124,030$164,6308101.92
155Facilities ManagerFacilities Managers (11-3013)$98,560$122,510$151,9302,1500.75
156Facilities EngineerFacilities Managers (11-3013)$98,560$122,510$151,9302,1500.75
157Utilities / Energy ManagerFacilities Managers (11-3013)$98,560$122,510$151,9302,1500.75
158Controls EngineerElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$98,090$120,760$147,0404,2001.14
159Electrical Engineer (Plant)Electrical Engineers (17-2071)$98,090$120,760$147,0404,2001.14
160Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) EngineerElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$98,090$120,760$147,0404,2001.14
161Electrical Design EngineerElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$98,090$120,760$147,0404,2001.14
162Senior Controls EngineerElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$98,090$120,760$147,0404,2001.14
163Lead Controls TechnicianElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$98,090$120,760$147,0404,2001.14
164Panel Design Engineer (UL 508A)Electrical Engineers (17-2071)$98,090$120,760$147,0404,2001.14
165Lead Controls EngineerElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$98,090$120,760$147,0404,2001.14
166Controls SupervisorElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$98,090$120,760$147,0404,2001.14
167Project Engineer / Capital Projects ManagerProject Management Specialists (13-1082)$85,010$110,050$136,99032,3901.64
168Program ManagerProject Management Specialists (13-1082)$85,010$110,050$136,99032,3901.64
169Manufacturing EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$95,160$109,750$133,2905,2000.77
170Process EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$95,160$109,750$133,2905,2000.77
171Industrial EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$95,160$109,750$133,2905,2000.77
172Yield Engineer (Semiconductor)Industrial Engineers (17-2112)$95,160$109,750$133,2905,2000.77
173Battery Cell Process EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$95,160$109,750$133,2905,2000.77
174Quality EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$95,160$109,750$133,2905,2000.77
175Supplier Quality EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$95,160$109,750$133,2905,2000.77
176Customer Quality EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$95,160$109,750$133,2905,2000.77
177Design Quality EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$95,160$109,750$133,2905,2000.77
178Validation EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$95,160$109,750$133,2905,2000.77
179Reliability EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$95,160$109,750$133,2905,2000.77
180Reliability ManagerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$95,160$109,750$133,2905,2000.77
181Continuous Improvement ManagerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$95,160$109,750$133,2905,2000.77
182Continuous Improvement EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$95,160$109,750$133,2905,2000.77
183Lean Six Sigma Black BeltIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$95,160$109,750$133,2905,2000.77
184Director of Operational ExcellenceIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$95,160$109,750$133,2905,2000.77
185Supplier Development EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$95,160$109,750$133,2905,2000.77
186Lean ManagerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$95,160$109,750$133,2905,2000.77
187Senior Manufacturing EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$95,160$109,750$133,2905,2000.77
188Senior Process EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$95,160$109,750$133,2905,2000.77
189Mold / Die Design EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$95,160$109,750$133,2905,2000.77
190Test EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$95,160$109,750$133,2905,2000.77
191Senior Quality EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$95,160$109,750$133,2905,2000.77
192Quality Engineering ManagerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$95,160$109,750$133,2905,2000.77
193Quality Systems Engineer / SpecialistIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$95,160$109,750$133,2905,2000.77
194Maintenance EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$95,160$109,750$133,2905,2000.77
195EHS EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$95,160$109,750$133,2905,2000.77
196VP of Operational ExcellenceIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$95,160$109,750$133,2905,2000.77
197Director of Continuous ImprovementIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$95,160$109,750$133,2905,2000.77
198Lean Specialist / CoordinatorIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$95,160$109,750$133,2905,2000.77
199Master Black BeltIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$95,160$109,750$133,2905,2000.77
200Senior Continuous Improvement EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$95,160$109,750$133,2905,2000.77
201Lead Continuous Improvement EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$95,160$109,750$133,2905,2000.77
202Supplier Development ManagerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$95,160$109,750$133,2905,2000.77
203Material Flow / Logistics EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$95,160$109,750$133,2905,2000.77
204Formulation ChemistChemists (19-2031)$77,910$101,980$132,5601,7901.17
205Safety Specialist / CoordinatorOccupational Health and Safety Specialists (19-5011)$81,110$101,400$127,2103,0801.18
206Industrial HygienistOccupational Health and Safety Specialists (19-5011)$81,110$101,400$127,2103,0801.18
207Environmental Permitting SpecialistOccupational Health and Safety Specialists (19-5011)$81,110$101,400$127,2103,0801.18
208Food ScientistFood Scientists and Technologists (19-1012)$74,830$99,580$130,8303201.31
209Product Development ScientistFood Scientists and Technologists (19-1012)$74,830$99,580$130,8303201.31
210Cost AccountantAccountants and Auditors (13-2011)$74,900$97,030$127,27035,4101.32
211Cost Accounting ManagerAccountants and Auditors (13-2011)$74,900$97,030$127,27035,4101.32
212Senior Cost AnalystAccountants and Auditors (13-2011)$74,900$97,030$127,27035,4101.32
213Inventory AccountantAccountants and Auditors (13-2011)$74,900$97,030$127,27035,4101.32
214Buyer / Senior BuyerBuyers and Purchasing Agents (13-1020)$66,500$83,590$105,39010,0801.11
215Maintenance ManagerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$68,030$83,260$102,32013,5901.19
216Director of MaintenanceFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$68,030$83,260$102,32013,5901.19
217Maintenance SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$68,030$83,260$102,32013,5901.19
218Maintenance & Engineering ManagerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$68,030$83,260$102,32013,5901.19
219Asset Management / CMMS ManagerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$68,030$83,260$102,32013,5901.19
220Tool Room ManagerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$68,030$83,260$102,32013,5901.19
221Lead Maintenance TechnicianFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$68,030$83,260$102,32013,5901.19
222Senior Reliability EngineerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$68,030$83,260$102,32013,5901.19
223Lead Reliability EngineerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$68,030$83,260$102,32013,5901.19
224Quality Auditor / Lead AuditorCompliance Officers (13-1041)$68,120$82,450$109,9807,7401
225Document Control ManagerCompliance Officers (13-1041)$68,120$82,450$109,9807,7401
226Regulatory Compliance ManagerCompliance Officers (13-1041)$68,120$82,450$109,9807,7401
227MillwrightMillwrights (49-9044)$67,340$81,440$83,6002000.26
228PLC / Controls TechnicianElectrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094)$63,440$79,610$94,7902,2001.83
229Robotics TechnicianElectrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094)$63,440$79,610$94,7902,2001.83
230Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) TechnicianElectrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094)$63,440$79,610$94,7902,2001.83
231Semiconductor Equipment TechnicianElectrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094)$63,440$79,610$94,7902,2001.83
232Production SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$61,570$78,890$100,7809,5800.77
233Line LeadFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$61,570$78,890$100,7809,5800.77
234Shift SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$61,570$78,890$100,7809,5800.77
235Packaging SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$61,570$78,890$100,7809,5800.77
236Production Team LeadFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$61,570$78,890$100,7809,5800.77
237CNC Machining SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$61,570$78,890$100,7809,5800.77
238Welding SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$61,570$78,890$100,7809,5800.77
239Packaging Maintenance SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$61,570$78,890$100,7809,5800.77
240Overhead Crane Operator & RiggerCrane and Tower Operators (53-7021)$65,500$77,120$79,0404700.59
241NDT TechnicianEngineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other (17-3029)$59,900$76,110$88,0901,2601.14
242Field Service EngineerIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$61,170$75,600$83,9907,2600.89
243Industrial Maintenance TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$61,170$75,600$83,9907,2600.89
244Packaging TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$61,170$75,600$83,9907,2600.89
245Line TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$61,170$75,600$83,9907,2600.89
246Maintenance MechanicIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$61,170$75,600$83,9907,2600.89
247Multi-Craft Maintenance TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$61,170$75,600$83,9907,2600.89
248Hydraulic / Fluid Power TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$61,170$75,600$83,9907,2600.89
249Boiler Operator / Stationary Engineer (Plant Utilities)Industrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$61,170$75,600$83,9907,2600.89
250Predictive Maintenance (PdM) TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$61,170$75,600$83,9907,2600.89
251Forklift / Material Handling Equipment TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$61,170$75,600$83,9907,2600.89
252Maintenance Technician AIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$61,170$75,600$83,9907,2600.89
253Maintenance Technician BIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$61,170$75,600$83,9907,2600.89
254Maintenance Technician CIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$61,170$75,600$83,9907,2600.89
255Traveling MillwrightIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$61,170$75,600$83,9907,2600.89
256Filler OperatorIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$61,170$75,600$83,9907,2600.89
257Packaging OperatorIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$61,170$75,600$83,9907,2600.89
258End-of-Line Operator (palletizer and robot cell)Industrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$61,170$75,600$83,9907,2600.89
259Lead Packaging TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$61,170$75,600$83,9907,2600.89
260Electromechanical / Mechatronics TechnicianElectro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians (17-3024)$61,080$74,730$76,7605701.99
261Aircraft Structures AssemblerAircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers (51-2011)$45,860$70,870$77,3901600.25
262CNC ProgrammerComputer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers (51-9162)$58,240$69,570$87,4704100.78
263Logistics SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors (53-1047)$56,170$65,380$81,07011,8901.03
264Shipping SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors (53-1047)$56,170$65,380$81,07011,8901.03
265Industrial Refrigeration (Ammonia) TechnicianHeating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers (49-9021)$58,050$65,200$82,0108,9401.18
266Maintenance Planner / SchedulerProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$53,830$63,980$78,4707,8001.08
267Production Planner / Master SchedulerProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$53,830$63,980$78,4707,8001.08
268Inventory Control SpecialistProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$53,830$63,980$78,4707,8001.08
269Demand PlannerProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$53,830$63,980$78,4707,8001.08
270Supply PlannerProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$53,830$63,980$78,4707,8001.08
271Production SchedulerProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$53,830$63,980$78,4707,8001.08
272Tool and Die MakerTool and Die Makers (51-4111)$48,750$63,800$77,8201600.15
273Mold MakerTool and Die Makers (51-4111)$48,750$63,800$77,8201600.15
274QC Lab TechnicianChemical Technicians (19-4031)$51,210$63,770$80,6401,1801.11
275Calibration TechnicianCalibration Technologists and Technicians (17-3028)$53,300$63,660$84,6502600.84
276Chemical OperatorChemical Plant and System Operators (51-8091)$59,560$62,870$75,6804001.3
277Control Room (DCS) OperatorChemical Plant and System Operators (51-8091)$59,560$62,870$75,6804001.3
278Industrial ElectricianElectricians (47-2111)$48,880$62,230$78,47017,0101.22
279CNC MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$49,170$60,200$74,1102,8000.53
2805-Axis CNC MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$49,170$60,200$74,1102,8000.53
281Swiss CNC MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$49,170$60,200$74,1102,8000.53
282CNC Machine OperatorMachinists (51-4041)$49,170$60,200$74,1102,8000.53
283Horizontal Boring Mill (HBM) MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$49,170$60,200$74,1102,8000.53
284Manual MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$49,170$60,200$74,1102,8000.53
285EDM Machinist (Wire and Sinker)Machinists (51-4041)$49,170$60,200$74,1102,8000.53
286CNC Grinder / Precision GrinderMachinists (51-4041)$49,170$60,200$74,1102,8000.53
287Lead MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$49,170$60,200$74,1102,8000.53
288Machinist AMachinists (51-4041)$49,170$60,200$74,1102,8000.53
289Machinist BMachinists (51-4041)$49,170$60,200$74,1102,8000.53
290Machinist CMachinists (51-4041)$49,170$60,200$74,1102,8000.53
291Senior CNC MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$49,170$60,200$74,1102,8000.53
292Bioprocess TechnicianBiological Technicians (19-4021)$49,750$59,400$79,3801,9901.55
293Production Welder (MIG)Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,860$58,590$69,5404,9700.65
294TIG WelderWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,860$58,590$69,5404,9700.65
295Code Welder (ASME / Pressure Vessel)Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,860$58,590$69,5404,9700.65
296Welder-FabricatorWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,860$58,590$69,5404,9700.65
297Fitter / Layout FitterWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,860$58,590$69,5404,9700.65
298Sheet Metal FabricatorWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,860$58,590$69,5404,9700.65
299Laser / Plasma / Waterjet Cutting OperatorWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,860$58,590$69,5404,9700.65
300Heat Treat TechnicianWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,860$58,590$69,5404,9700.65
301Plating / Anodizing TechnicianWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,860$58,590$69,5404,9700.65
302Industrial Painter / Powder Coat TechnicianWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,860$58,590$69,5404,9700.65
303Foundry Molder / Melt OperatorWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,860$58,590$69,5404,9700.65
304Lead WelderWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$47,860$58,590$69,5404,9700.65
305Quality InspectorInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$48,210$58,350$70,8505,2200.47
306Quality TechnicianInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$48,210$58,350$70,8505,2200.47
307CMM ProgrammerInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$48,210$58,350$70,8505,2200.47
308Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$48,210$58,350$70,8505,2200.47
309Food Safety / QA TechnicianInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$48,210$58,350$70,8505,2200.47
310First Article InspectorInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$48,210$58,350$70,8505,2200.47
311Receiving / Source InspectorInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$48,210$58,350$70,8505,2200.47
312Metrology TechnicianInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$48,210$58,350$70,8505,2200.47
313Microbiology Lab TechnicianInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$48,210$58,350$70,8505,2200.47
314Environmental Monitoring TechnicianInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$48,210$58,350$70,8505,2200.47
315Lead Quality InspectorInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$48,210$58,350$70,8505,2200.47
316Senior CMM ProgrammerInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$48,210$58,350$70,8505,2200.47
317CNC Setup MachinistComputer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators (51-9161)$47,610$55,270$64,0301,5800.51
318Semiconductor Fab TechnicianSemiconductor Processing Technicians (51-9141)$45,720$52,360$65,0107901.35
319Extrusion TechnicianExtruding and Drawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4021)$45,790$51,110$58,2402400.22
320Press Brake OperatorCutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4031)$45,840$50,790$59,8301,4000.44
321Die Setter (Stamping)Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4031)$45,840$50,790$59,8301,4000.44
322Certified Forklift OperatorIndustrial Truck and Tractor Operators (53-7051)$45,970$50,570$60,5308,5700.6
323GMP Manufacturing TechnicianChemical Equipment Operators and Tenders (51-9011)$46,110$50,370$58,6009100.35
324Aseptic Fill OperatorChemical Equipment Operators and Tenders (51-9011)$46,110$50,370$58,6009100.35
325Robotic Welding TechnicianWelding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders (51-4122)$41,180$49,860$60,5601000.17
326Injection Molding TechnicianMolding, Coremaking, and Casting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4072)$43,950$48,200$55,9702,1600.78
327Flexographic Press OperatorPrinting Press Operators (51-5112)$40,520$47,860$52,2501,8300.69
328Electronics Assembler / SoldererElectrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers (51-2028)$43,920$47,660$58,0504,3000.94
329Wire Harness & Cable AssemblerElectrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers (51-2028)$43,920$47,660$58,0504,3000.94
330SMT TechnicianElectrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers (51-2028)$43,920$47,660$58,0504,3000.94
331Control Panel BuilderElectrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers (51-2028)$43,920$47,660$58,0504,3000.94
332Production TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$44,740$47,200$53,4901,1200.24
333Setup TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$44,740$47,200$53,4901,1200.24
334Process TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$44,740$47,200$53,4901,1200.24
335Battery Cell Production TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$44,740$47,200$53,4901,1200.24
336CIP TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$44,740$47,200$53,4901,1200.24
337Skilled Machine OperatorProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$44,740$47,200$53,4901,1200.24
338Utility / Relief OperatorProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$44,740$47,200$53,4901,1200.24
339Production Trainer (OJT Trainer)Production Workers, All Other (51-9199)$44,740$47,200$53,4901,1200.24
340Senior Production TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$44,740$47,200$53,4901,1200.24
341Lead Production TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$44,740$47,200$53,4901,1200.24
342Converting Operator (slitter, laminator, bag machine, die cutter)Production Workers, All Other (51-9199)$44,740$47,200$53,4901,1200.24
343Batch Maker / CompounderProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$44,740$47,200$53,4901,1200.24
344Paper Machine Operator (Machine Tender)Production Workers, All Other (51-9199)$44,740$47,200$53,4901,1200.24
345Industrial Wastewater Treatment OperatorProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$44,740$47,200$53,4901,1200.24
346Solid Dose Operator (granulation, compression, encapsulation, coating)Production Workers, All Other (51-9199)$44,740$47,200$53,4901,1200.24
347Retort / Thermal Process OperatorProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$44,740$47,200$53,4901,1200.24
348Brewer / Cellar OperatorProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$44,740$47,200$53,4901,1200.24
349Senior Process TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$44,740$47,200$53,4901,1200.24
350Lead Process TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$44,740$47,200$53,4901,1200.24
351Shipping & Receiving LeadShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$40,630$47,130$57,20015,6101.03
352Hazmat Shipping SpecialistShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$40,630$47,130$57,20015,6101.03
353Warehouse LeadShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$40,630$47,130$57,20015,6101.03
354Skilled Material Handler (ERP / MRP transactions, line feeding)Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$40,630$47,130$57,20015,6101.03
355Production / Material ExpediterShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$40,630$47,130$57,20015,6101.03
356Kitting LeadShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$40,630$47,130$57,20015,6101.03
357Inventory Control LeadShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$40,630$47,130$57,20015,6101.03
358Food Process OperatorFood Processing Workers, All Other (51-3099)$41,950$46,930$49,0206100.51
359Skilled Mechanical AssemblerEngine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$46,070$46,070$47,480Not published by BLSNot published by BLS
360Electronics Test TechnicianEngine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$46,070$46,070$47,480Not published by BLSNot published by BLS
361Machine Builder (equipment OEM assembly fitter)Engine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$46,070$46,070$47,480Not published by BLSNot published by BLS
362Cleanroom Assembler (Medical Device)Engine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$46,070$46,070$47,480Not published by BLSNot published by BLS
363Senior Electronics Test TechnicianEngine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$46,070$46,070$47,480Not published by BLSNot published by BLS
364Lead Mechanical AssemblerEngine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$46,070$46,070$47,480Not published by BLSNot published by BLS
365Composite TechnicianFiberglass Laminators and Fabricators (51-2051)$36,660$42,840$50,140800.26
366Sanitation TechnicianJanitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners (37-2011)$36,880$38,600$46,00034,2200.84
367Sanitation LeadJanitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners (37-2011)$36,880$38,600$46,00034,2200.84

What should you know about not published by BLS?

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What should you know about metros in Colorado?

Boulder, COAll roles in this metro Colorado Springs, COAll roles in this metro Denver-Aurora-Centennial, COAll roles in this metro Fort Collins-Loveland, COAll roles in this metro Grand Junction, COAll roles in this metro Greeley, COAll roles in this metro Pueblo, COAll roles in this metro

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

Manufacturing Headhunters provide this state-level summary of industrial compensation for Colorado. These values reflect May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS) datasets. We contrast state-wide median data with national industry benchmarks. For manufacturing occupations in Colorado, 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. The presented figures offer a snapshot of current market levels for hiring managers.

The CEO / President (Manufacturing) role in Colorado has a median of $213,370, close to the national median of $213,990. For manufacturing occupations in Colorado, releases are separate survey estimates. They are not the same workers' raises and do not establish a pay trend or its cause. In Communications Equipment Manufacturing, the national industry median is $409,320. Executive salaries vary based on company scale and scope.

Manufacturing Engineering Managers in Colorado earn a median of $183,810 compared to the national median of $171,270. For manufacturing occupations in Colorado, releases are separate survey estimates. They are not the same workers' raises and do not establish a pay trend or its cause. Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing national data shows a median of $192,800. These positions bridge technical design and operational efficiency.

CFO (Manufacturing) roles in Colorado record a median of $182,690 versus the $166,570 national median. For manufacturing occupations in Colorado, releases are separate survey estimates. They are not the same workers' raises and do not establish a pay trend or its cause. The Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing national industry median is $210,870. Financial roles require specific expertise in industrial fiscal management.

Composite Technicians in Colorado report a median of $42,840. The national median is $46,880. The median dropped by $2,820 from May 2024. Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing shows a national median of $69,430. This role involves precise fabrication using advanced materials.

Sanitation Technicians in Colorado show a median of $38,600, while the national median is $36,840. For manufacturing occupations in Colorado, releases are separate survey estimates. They are not the same workers' raises and do not establish a pay trend or its cause. In Iron and Steel Mills, the national median is $52,820. These roles are critical for maintaining compliant plant environments.

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Why does the median for the same job title vary between industries?

The median reflects the broader occupational category published by BLS, which includes different industries with distinct pay scales.

What can I conclude from the two release estimates?

No: These reflect reported wage data from employers, not internal hiring or offer strategies.

What is the limitation of the reported employment counts?

Employment counts from BLS represent the survey sample concentration and do not estimate the total available candidate pool.

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