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Salary guide, May 2025

Manufacturing pay in Connecticut

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

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 Top-coded, hourly-only and unpublished values are listed separately.

  1. CEO / President (Manufacturing)$295,120
  2. Chief Operating Officer (COO)$295,120
  3. Senior Director of Operations$295,120
  4. Manufacturing Engineering Manager$175,490
  5. Process Engineering Manager$175,490
  6. Controls / Automation Manager$175,490
  7. VP of Engineering$175,490
  8. Director of R&D$175,490
  9. Director of Manufacturing Engineering$175,490
  10. NPI Manager$175,490
  11. Capital Projects Manager$175,490
  12. Lead Manufacturing Engineer$175,490
  13. Senior Industrial Engineer$175,490
  14. Senior Packaging Engineer$175,490
  15. Director of Automation$175,490
  16. Automation Manager$175,490
  17. Chief Technology Officer (CTO)$175,490
  18. R&D Manager$175,490
  19. R&D Engineer$175,490
  20. Engineering Manager (Product)$175,490
  21. Senior Mechanical Design Engineer$175,490
  22. Lead Product Development Engineer$175,490
  23. CFO (Manufacturing)$174,830
  24. Corporate Controller$174,830
  25. Plant Controller$174,830

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

Roles in Connecticut, ranked by exact annual median (May 2025)
RankRoleBLS occupation25thMedian75thEmploymentLQ
1CEO / President (Manufacturing)Chief Executives (11-1011)$203,990$295,120$456,8901,6600.74
2Chief Operating Officer (COO)Chief Executives (11-1011)$203,990$295,120$456,8901,6600.74
3Senior Director of OperationsChief Executives (11-1011)$203,990$295,120$456,8901,6600.74
4Manufacturing Engineering ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$141,220$175,490$213,4504,9702.07
5Process Engineering ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$141,220$175,490$213,4504,9702.07
6Controls / Automation ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$141,220$175,490$213,4504,9702.07
7VP of EngineeringArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$141,220$175,490$213,4504,9702.07
8Director of R&DArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$141,220$175,490$213,4504,9702.07
9Director of Manufacturing EngineeringArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$141,220$175,490$213,4504,9702.07
10NPI ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$141,220$175,490$213,4504,9702.07
11Capital Projects ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$141,220$175,490$213,4504,9702.07
12Lead Manufacturing EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$141,220$175,490$213,4504,9702.07
13Senior Industrial EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$141,220$175,490$213,4504,9702.07
14Senior Packaging EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$141,220$175,490$213,4504,9702.07
15Director of AutomationArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$141,220$175,490$213,4504,9702.07
16Automation ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$141,220$175,490$213,4504,9702.07
17Chief Technology Officer (CTO)Architectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$141,220$175,490$213,4504,9702.07
18R&D ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$141,220$175,490$213,4504,9702.07
19R&D EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$141,220$175,490$213,4504,9702.07
20Engineering Manager (Product)Architectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$141,220$175,490$213,4504,9702.07
21Senior Mechanical Design EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$141,220$175,490$213,4504,9702.07
22Lead Product Development EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$141,220$175,490$213,4504,9702.07
23CFO (Manufacturing)Financial Managers (11-3031)$135,540$174,830$233,21020,0402.18
24Corporate ControllerFinancial Managers (11-3031)$135,540$174,830$233,21020,0402.18
25Plant ControllerFinancial Managers (11-3031)$135,540$174,830$233,21020,0402.18
26VP of FinanceFinancial Managers (11-3031)$135,540$174,830$233,21020,0402.18
27Division ControllerFinancial Managers (11-3031)$135,540$174,830$233,21020,0402.18
28Assistant Plant ControllerFinancial Managers (11-3031)$135,540$174,830$233,21020,0402.18
29FP&A Manager (Operations)Financial Managers (11-3031)$135,540$174,830$233,21020,0402.18
30Senior Plant ControllerFinancial Managers (11-3031)$135,540$174,830$233,21020,0402.18
31Senior Cost AccountantFinancial Managers (11-3031)$135,540$174,830$233,21020,0402.18
32Plant HR ManagerHuman Resources Managers (11-3121)$127,940$165,930$213,7703,0201.25
33Regulatory Affairs ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$119,120$162,690$201,6007,3301.08
34EHS ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$119,120$162,690$201,6007,3301.08
35EHS DirectorManagers, All Other (11-9199)$119,120$162,690$201,6007,3301.08
36Safety ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$119,120$162,690$201,6007,3301.08
37Environmental ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$119,120$162,690$201,6007,3301.08
38Process Safety ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$119,120$162,690$201,6007,3301.08
39S&OP ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$119,120$162,690$201,6007,3301.08
40Trade Compliance ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$119,120$162,690$201,6007,3301.08
41Service / Aftermarket ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$119,120$162,690$201,6007,3301.08
42Environmental EngineerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$119,120$162,690$201,6007,3301.08
43Sustainability Manager / DirectorManagers, All Other (11-9199)$119,120$162,690$201,6007,3301.08
44Senior EHS ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$119,120$162,690$201,6007,3301.08
45EHS CoordinatorManagers, All Other (11-9199)$119,120$162,690$201,6007,3301.08
46Director of PlanningManagers, All Other (11-9199)$119,120$162,690$201,6007,3301.08
47VP of Sales (Industrial)Sales Managers (11-2022)$120,500$162,110$214,5908,5601.23
48Regional Sales Manager / Technical Sales ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$120,500$162,110$214,5908,5601.23
49Director of SalesSales Managers (11-2022)$120,500$162,110$214,5908,5601.23
50National Sales ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$120,500$162,110$214,5908,5601.23
51Key Account ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$120,500$162,110$214,5908,5601.23
52National Account ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$120,500$162,110$214,5908,5601.23
53Business Development ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$120,500$162,110$214,5908,5601.23
54Territory Sales ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$120,500$162,110$214,5908,5601.23
55Channel / Distributor Sales ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$120,500$162,110$214,5908,5601.23
56Product Manager (Industrial)Sales Managers (11-2022)$120,500$162,110$214,5908,5601.23
57Field Service ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$120,500$162,110$214,5908,5601.23
58Senior Applications EngineerSales Managers (11-2022)$120,500$162,110$214,5908,5601.23
59Lead Field Service EngineerSales Managers (11-2022)$120,500$162,110$214,5908,5601.23
60Traveling Field Service EngineerSales Managers (11-2022)$120,500$162,110$214,5908,5601.23
61Purchasing ManagerPurchasing Managers (11-3061)$119,510$138,680$175,6801,4201.54
62Strategic Sourcing ManagerPurchasing Managers (11-3061)$119,510$138,680$175,6801,4201.54
63Procurement ManagerPurchasing Managers (11-3061)$119,510$138,680$175,6801,4201.54
64Director of ProcurementPurchasing Managers (11-3061)$119,510$138,680$175,6801,4201.54
65Commodity ManagerPurchasing Managers (11-3061)$119,510$138,680$175,6801,4201.54
66VP of OperationsGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$95,300$137,220$207,86039,0701.02
67VP of ManufacturingGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$95,300$137,220$207,86039,0701.02
68Regional VP of OperationsGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$95,300$137,220$207,86039,0701.02
69General Manager (Manufacturing)General and Operations Managers (11-1021)$95,300$137,220$207,86039,0701.02
70Director of OperationsGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$95,300$137,220$207,86039,0701.02
71EVP / SVP OperationsGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$95,300$137,220$207,86039,0701.02
72Division / Business Unit General ManagerGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$95,300$137,220$207,86039,0701.02
73Director of ManufacturingGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$95,300$137,220$207,86039,0701.02
74Plant ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$106,140$134,780$163,2703,3601.25
75Plant Director / Site DirectorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$106,140$134,780$163,2703,3601.25
76Assistant Plant ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$106,140$134,780$163,2703,3601.25
77Operations ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$106,140$134,780$163,2703,3601.25
78Manufacturing ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$106,140$134,780$163,2703,3601.25
79Production ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$106,140$134,780$163,2703,3601.25
80Shift Manager (2nd / 3rd shift)Industrial Production Managers (11-3051)$106,140$134,780$163,2703,3601.25
81Plant Startup / Launch ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$106,140$134,780$163,2703,3601.25
82Sanitation ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$106,140$134,780$163,2703,3601.25
83VP of Quality / Chief Quality OfficerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$106,140$134,780$163,2703,3601.25
84Director of QualityIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$106,140$134,780$163,2703,3601.25
85Quality ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$106,140$134,780$163,2703,3601.25
86QC ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$106,140$134,780$163,2703,3601.25
87Supplier Quality ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$106,140$134,780$163,2703,3601.25
88Quality Systems ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$106,140$134,780$163,2703,3601.25
89FSQA ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$106,140$134,780$163,2703,3601.25
90FSQA DirectorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$106,140$134,780$163,2703,3601.25
91Food Safety Coordinator / SQF PractitionerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$106,140$134,780$163,2703,3601.25
92QA ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$106,140$134,780$163,2703,3601.25
93Production SuperintendentIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$106,140$134,780$163,2703,3601.25
94Area ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$106,140$134,780$163,2703,3601.25
95Value Stream ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$106,140$134,780$163,2703,3601.25
96Department ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$106,140$134,780$163,2703,3601.25
97Sanitation SupervisorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$106,140$134,780$163,2703,3601.25
98Bilingual Production SupervisorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$106,140$134,780$163,2703,3601.25
99Second Shift Production SupervisorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$106,140$134,780$163,2703,3601.25
100Third Shift Production SupervisorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$106,140$134,780$163,2703,3601.25
101QC Lab ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$106,140$134,780$163,2703,3601.25
102Validation / CQV ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$106,140$134,780$163,2703,3601.25
103CAPA ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$106,140$134,780$163,2703,3601.25
104Metrology / Calibration ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$106,140$134,780$163,2703,3601.25
105Lead Quality EngineerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$106,140$134,780$163,2703,3601.25
106Quality SupervisorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$106,140$134,780$163,2703,3601.25
107PLC ProgrammerSoftware Developers (15-1252)$105,750$134,120$166,44013,6600.74
108MES EngineerSoftware Developers (15-1252)$105,750$134,120$166,44013,6600.74
109SCADA / HMI EngineerSoftware Developers (15-1252)$105,750$134,120$166,44013,6600.74
110Manufacturing Systems / OT EngineerSoftware Developers (15-1252)$105,750$134,120$166,44013,6600.74
111Firmware / Embedded EngineerSoftware Developers (15-1252)$105,750$134,120$166,44013,6600.74
112Automation EngineerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$93,360$124,110$153,6702,4301.44
113Robotics EngineerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$93,360$124,110$153,6702,4301.44
114Machine Vision EngineerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$93,360$124,110$153,6702,4301.44
115Product Development EngineerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$93,360$124,110$153,6702,4301.44
116Applications EngineerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$93,360$124,110$153,6702,4301.44
117Applications Engineering ManagerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$93,360$124,110$153,6702,4301.44
118Sales EngineerSales Engineers (41-9031)$85,250$123,660$142,2507601.34
119Inside Sales EngineerSales Engineers (41-9031)$85,250$123,660$142,2507601.34
120Proposal / Quotation EngineerSales Engineers (41-9031)$85,250$123,660$142,2507601.34
121Materials EngineerMaterials Engineers (17-2131)$104,420$122,300$137,1304201.68
122Metallurgist / Metallurgical EngineerMaterials Engineers (17-2131)$104,420$122,300$137,1304201.68
123Polymer / Plastics EngineerMaterials Engineers (17-2131)$104,420$122,300$137,1304201.68
124QC Microbiology ManagerMedical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists (19-1042)$85,070$116,990$140,4202,4101.28
125VP of Supply Chain / Director of Supply ChainTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$82,870$114,210$149,6602,4101
126Supply Chain ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$82,870$114,210$149,6602,4101
127Materials ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$82,870$114,210$149,6602,4101
128Logistics ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$82,870$114,210$149,6602,4101
129Warehouse Manager / Distribution Center ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$82,870$114,210$149,6602,4101
130Chief Supply Chain OfficerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$82,870$114,210$149,6602,4101
131Category Manager (Direct Materials)Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$82,870$114,210$149,6602,4101
132Inventory Control ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$82,870$114,210$149,6602,4101
133Senior Production PlannerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$82,870$114,210$149,6602,4101
134Senior BuyerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$82,870$114,210$149,6602,4101
135Director of LogisticsTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$82,870$114,210$149,6602,4101
136Transportation ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$82,870$114,210$149,6602,4101
137Warehouse SupervisorTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$82,870$114,210$149,6602,4101
138Shipping & Receiving ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$82,870$114,210$149,6602,4101
139Facilities ManagerFacilities Managers (11-3013)$88,340$110,990$138,3502,6501.56
140Facilities EngineerFacilities Managers (11-3013)$88,340$110,990$138,3502,6501.56
141Utilities / Energy ManagerFacilities Managers (11-3013)$88,340$110,990$138,3502,6501.56
142Project Engineer / Capital Projects ManagerProject Management Specialists (13-1082)$81,490$105,240$135,1008,4100.72
143Program ManagerProject Management Specialists (13-1082)$81,490$105,240$135,1008,4100.72
144Packaging EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$86,170$105,090$133,5404,6001.42
145Tooling EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$86,170$105,090$133,5404,6001.42
146Welding EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$86,170$105,090$133,5404,6001.42
147Plant EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$86,170$105,090$133,5404,6001.42
148Mechanical Design EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$86,170$105,090$133,5404,6001.42
149Packaging Development EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$86,170$105,090$133,5404,6001.42
150Plant Engineering ManagerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$86,170$105,090$133,5404,6001.42
151Mechanical EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$86,170$105,090$133,5404,6001.42
152Product Design EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$86,170$105,090$133,5404,6001.42
153Product EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$86,170$105,090$133,5404,6001.42
154Systems EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$86,170$105,090$133,5404,6001.42
155CAD Designer / DrafterMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$86,170$105,090$133,5404,6001.42
156Manufacturing EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$88,000$104,160$128,1206,0201.51
157Process EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$88,000$104,160$128,1206,0201.51
158Industrial EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$88,000$104,160$128,1206,0201.51
159Yield Engineer (Semiconductor)Industrial Engineers (17-2112)$88,000$104,160$128,1206,0201.51
160Battery Cell Process EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$88,000$104,160$128,1206,0201.51
161Controls EngineerElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$85,930$104,160$135,2302,9301.35
162Electrical Engineer (Plant)Electrical Engineers (17-2071)$85,930$104,160$135,2302,9301.35
163Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) EngineerElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$85,930$104,160$135,2302,9301.35
164Electrical Design EngineerElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$85,930$104,160$135,2302,9301.35
165Quality EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$88,000$104,160$128,1206,0201.51
166Supplier Quality EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$88,000$104,160$128,1206,0201.51
167Customer Quality EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$88,000$104,160$128,1206,0201.51
168Design Quality EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$88,000$104,160$128,1206,0201.51
169Validation EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$88,000$104,160$128,1206,0201.51
170Reliability EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$88,000$104,160$128,1206,0201.51
171Reliability ManagerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$88,000$104,160$128,1206,0201.51
172Continuous Improvement ManagerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$88,000$104,160$128,1206,0201.51
173Continuous Improvement EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$88,000$104,160$128,1206,0201.51
174Lean Six Sigma Black BeltIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$88,000$104,160$128,1206,0201.51
175Director of Operational ExcellenceIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$88,000$104,160$128,1206,0201.51
176Supplier Development EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$88,000$104,160$128,1206,0201.51
177Lean ManagerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$88,000$104,160$128,1206,0201.51
178Senior Manufacturing EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$88,000$104,160$128,1206,0201.51
179Senior Process EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$88,000$104,160$128,1206,0201.51
180Mold / Die Design EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$88,000$104,160$128,1206,0201.51
181Test EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$88,000$104,160$128,1206,0201.51
182Senior Controls EngineerElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$85,930$104,160$135,2302,9301.35
183Lead Controls TechnicianElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$85,930$104,160$135,2302,9301.35
184Panel Design Engineer (UL 508A)Electrical Engineers (17-2071)$85,930$104,160$135,2302,9301.35
185Lead Controls EngineerElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$85,930$104,160$135,2302,9301.35
186Controls SupervisorElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$85,930$104,160$135,2302,9301.35
187Senior Quality EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$88,000$104,160$128,1206,0201.51
188Quality Engineering ManagerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$88,000$104,160$128,1206,0201.51
189Quality Systems Engineer / SpecialistIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$88,000$104,160$128,1206,0201.51
190Maintenance EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$88,000$104,160$128,1206,0201.51
191EHS EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$88,000$104,160$128,1206,0201.51
192VP of Operational ExcellenceIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$88,000$104,160$128,1206,0201.51
193Director of Continuous ImprovementIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$88,000$104,160$128,1206,0201.51
194Lean Specialist / CoordinatorIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$88,000$104,160$128,1206,0201.51
195Master Black BeltIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$88,000$104,160$128,1206,0201.51
196Senior Continuous Improvement EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$88,000$104,160$128,1206,0201.51
197Lead Continuous Improvement EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$88,000$104,160$128,1206,0201.51
198Supplier Development ManagerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$88,000$104,160$128,1206,0201.51
199Material Flow / Logistics EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$88,000$104,160$128,1206,0201.51
200Injection Molding Process EngineerChemical Engineers (17-2041)$95,230$102,270$129,5304101.8
201Extrusion Process EngineerChemical Engineers (17-2041)$95,230$102,270$129,5304101.8
202MS&T EngineerChemical Engineers (17-2041)$95,230$102,270$129,5304101.8
203Process Development EngineerChemical Engineers (17-2041)$95,230$102,270$129,5304101.8
204Tech Transfer EngineerChemical Engineers (17-2041)$95,230$102,270$129,5304101.8
205Formulation ChemistChemists (19-2031)$78,500$98,140$126,7301,1701.3
206Cost AccountantAccountants and Auditors (13-2011)$78,020$97,550$123,67016,7701.06
207Cost Accounting ManagerAccountants and Auditors (13-2011)$78,020$97,550$123,67016,7701.06
208Senior Cost AnalystAccountants and Auditors (13-2011)$78,020$97,550$123,67016,7701.06
209Inventory AccountantAccountants and Auditors (13-2011)$78,020$97,550$123,67016,7701.06
210Safety Specialist / CoordinatorOccupational Health and Safety Specialists (19-5011)$79,350$96,110$117,9301,0900.71
211Industrial HygienistOccupational Health and Safety Specialists (19-5011)$79,350$96,110$117,9301,0900.71
212Environmental Permitting SpecialistOccupational Health and Safety Specialists (19-5011)$79,350$96,110$117,9301,0900.71
213Maintenance ManagerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$73,890$94,050$113,7906,2300.92
214Director of MaintenanceFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$73,890$94,050$113,7906,2300.92
215Maintenance SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$73,890$94,050$113,7906,2300.92
216Maintenance & Engineering ManagerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$73,890$94,050$113,7906,2300.92
217Asset Management / CMMS ManagerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$73,890$94,050$113,7906,2300.92
218Tool Room ManagerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$73,890$94,050$113,7906,2300.92
219Lead Maintenance TechnicianFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$73,890$94,050$113,7906,2300.92
220Senior Reliability EngineerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$73,890$94,050$113,7906,2300.92
221Lead Reliability EngineerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$73,890$94,050$113,7906,2300.92
222Quality Auditor / Lead AuditorCompliance Officers (13-1041)$71,810$91,810$109,9903,6100.79
223Document Control ManagerCompliance Officers (13-1041)$71,810$91,810$109,9903,6100.79
224Regulatory Compliance ManagerCompliance Officers (13-1041)$71,810$91,810$109,9903,6100.79
225CNC ProgrammerComputer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers (51-9162)$67,490$86,390$101,5005001.6
226Production SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$62,890$83,150$103,5009,1501.25
227Line LeadFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$62,890$83,150$103,5009,1501.25
228Shift SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$62,890$83,150$103,5009,1501.25
229Packaging SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$62,890$83,150$103,5009,1501.25
230Production Team LeadFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$62,890$83,150$103,5009,1501.25
231CNC Machining SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$62,890$83,150$103,5009,1501.25
232Welding SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$62,890$83,150$103,5009,1501.25
233Packaging Maintenance SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$62,890$83,150$103,5009,1501.25
234Buyer / Senior BuyerBuyers and Purchasing Agents (13-1020)$65,350$83,030$102,8905,5301.03
235Electromechanical / Mechatronics TechnicianElectro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians (17-3024)$68,630$81,860$100,6301400.84
236Overhead Crane Operator & RiggerCrane and Tower Operators (53-7021)$55,230$81,360$97,7502200.46
237Aircraft Structures AssemblerAircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers (51-2011)$75,200$78,630$106,8105001.35
238Tool and Die MakerTool and Die Makers (51-4111)$61,060$77,540$88,4601,8803.03
239Mold MakerTool and Die Makers (51-4111)$61,060$77,540$88,4601,8803.03
240Industrial ElectricianElectricians (47-2111)$58,060$77,540$95,0707,7100.93
241PLC / Controls TechnicianElectrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094)$59,550$77,290$91,3204300.61
242Robotics TechnicianElectrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094)$59,550$77,290$91,3204300.61
243Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) TechnicianElectrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094)$59,550$77,290$91,3204300.61
244Semiconductor Equipment TechnicianElectrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094)$59,550$77,290$91,3204300.61
245MillwrightMillwrights (49-9044)$49,960$76,810$79,0001100.24
246Industrial Refrigeration (Ammonia) TechnicianHeating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers (49-9021)$60,360$76,610$86,6503,8000.85
247NDT TechnicianEngineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other (17-3029)$61,170$74,870$98,2601,3001.99
248Field Service EngineerIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$56,780$69,950$83,1402,3600.49
249Industrial Maintenance TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$56,780$69,950$83,1402,3600.49
250Packaging TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$56,780$69,950$83,1402,3600.49
251Line TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$56,780$69,950$83,1402,3600.49
252Maintenance MechanicIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$56,780$69,950$83,1402,3600.49
253Multi-Craft Maintenance TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$56,780$69,950$83,1402,3600.49
254Hydraulic / Fluid Power TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$56,780$69,950$83,1402,3600.49
255Boiler Operator / Stationary Engineer (Plant Utilities)Industrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$56,780$69,950$83,1402,3600.49
256Predictive Maintenance (PdM) TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$56,780$69,950$83,1402,3600.49
257Forklift / Material Handling Equipment TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$56,780$69,950$83,1402,3600.49
258Maintenance Technician AIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$56,780$69,950$83,1402,3600.49
259Maintenance Technician BIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$56,780$69,950$83,1402,3600.49
260Maintenance Technician CIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$56,780$69,950$83,1402,3600.49
261Traveling MillwrightIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$56,780$69,950$83,1402,3600.49
262Filler OperatorIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$56,780$69,950$83,1402,3600.49
263Packaging OperatorIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$56,780$69,950$83,1402,3600.49
264End-of-Line Operator (palletizer and robot cell)Industrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$56,780$69,950$83,1402,3600.49
265Lead Packaging TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$56,780$69,950$83,1402,3600.49
266Logistics SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors (53-1047)$53,610$65,440$79,5805,8700.86
267Shipping SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors (53-1047)$53,610$65,440$79,5805,8700.86
268Production Welder (MIG)Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$49,240$64,880$81,5901,7900.39
269TIG WelderWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$49,240$64,880$81,5901,7900.39
270Code Welder (ASME / Pressure Vessel)Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$49,240$64,880$81,5901,7900.39
271Welder-FabricatorWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$49,240$64,880$81,5901,7900.39
272Fitter / Layout FitterWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$49,240$64,880$81,5901,7900.39
273Sheet Metal FabricatorWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$49,240$64,880$81,5901,7900.39
274Laser / Plasma / Waterjet Cutting OperatorWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$49,240$64,880$81,5901,7900.39
275Heat Treat TechnicianWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$49,240$64,880$81,5901,7900.39
276Plating / Anodizing TechnicianWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$49,240$64,880$81,5901,7900.39
277Industrial Painter / Powder Coat TechnicianWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$49,240$64,880$81,5901,7900.39
278Foundry Molder / Melt OperatorWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$49,240$64,880$81,5901,7900.39
279Lead WelderWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$49,240$64,880$81,5901,7900.39
280Calibration TechnicianCalibration Technologists and Technicians (17-3028)$55,090$63,420$75,9701200.66
281Maintenance Planner / SchedulerProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$52,570$63,240$83,6304,0900.96
282Production Planner / Master SchedulerProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$52,570$63,240$83,6304,0900.96
283Inventory Control SpecialistProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$52,570$63,240$83,6304,0900.96
284Demand PlannerProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$52,570$63,240$83,6304,0900.96
285Supply PlannerProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$52,570$63,240$83,6304,0900.96
286Production SchedulerProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$52,570$63,240$83,6304,0900.96
287Bioprocess TechnicianBiological Technicians (19-4021)$58,860$62,360$80,9706500.85
288CNC MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$49,900$62,130$76,0405,2401.67
2895-Axis CNC MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$49,900$62,130$76,0405,2401.67
290Swiss CNC MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$49,900$62,130$76,0405,2401.67
291CNC Machine OperatorMachinists (51-4041)$49,900$62,130$76,0405,2401.67
292Horizontal Boring Mill (HBM) MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$49,900$62,130$76,0405,2401.67
293Manual MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$49,900$62,130$76,0405,2401.67
294EDM Machinist (Wire and Sinker)Machinists (51-4041)$49,900$62,130$76,0405,2401.67
295CNC Grinder / Precision GrinderMachinists (51-4041)$49,900$62,130$76,0405,2401.67
296Lead MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$49,900$62,130$76,0405,2401.67
297Machinist AMachinists (51-4041)$49,900$62,130$76,0405,2401.67
298Machinist BMachinists (51-4041)$49,900$62,130$76,0405,2401.67
299Machinist CMachinists (51-4041)$49,900$62,130$76,0405,2401.67
300Senior CNC MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$49,900$62,130$76,0405,2401.67
301Skilled Mechanical AssemblerEngine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$49,120$61,320$80,4001700.46
302Electronics Test TechnicianEngine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$49,120$61,320$80,4001700.46
303Machine Builder (equipment OEM assembly fitter)Engine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$49,120$61,320$80,4001700.46
304Cleanroom Assembler (Medical Device)Engine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$49,120$61,320$80,4001700.46
305Senior Electronics Test TechnicianEngine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$49,120$61,320$80,4001700.46
306Lead Mechanical AssemblerEngine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$49,120$61,320$80,4001700.46
307CNC Setup MachinistComputer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators (51-9161)$49,180$59,840$66,0002,7401.48
308GMP Manufacturing TechnicianChemical Equipment Operators and Tenders (51-9011)$45,140$58,490$66,6808600.57
309Aseptic Fill OperatorChemical Equipment Operators and Tenders (51-9011)$45,140$58,490$66,6808600.57
310QC Lab TechnicianChemical Technicians (19-4031)$48,980$57,310$70,9205100.81
311Quality InspectorInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$45,440$57,090$75,7407,4601.15
312Quality TechnicianInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$45,440$57,090$75,7407,4601.15
313CMM ProgrammerInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$45,440$57,090$75,7407,4601.15
314Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$45,440$57,090$75,7407,4601.15
315Food Safety / QA TechnicianInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$45,440$57,090$75,7407,4601.15
316First Article InspectorInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$45,440$57,090$75,7407,4601.15
317Receiving / Source InspectorInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$45,440$57,090$75,7407,4601.15
318Metrology TechnicianInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$45,440$57,090$75,7407,4601.15
319Microbiology Lab TechnicianInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$45,440$57,090$75,7407,4601.15
320Environmental Monitoring TechnicianInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$45,440$57,090$75,7407,4601.15
321Lead Quality InspectorInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$45,440$57,090$75,7407,4601.15
322Senior CMM ProgrammerInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$45,440$57,090$75,7407,4601.15
323Extrusion TechnicianExtruding and Drawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4021)$46,630$50,230$57,0401,0001.51
324Robotic Welding TechnicianWelding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders (51-4122)$44,840$47,900$62,1105901.72
325Certified Forklift OperatorIndustrial Truck and Tractor Operators (53-7051)$44,160$47,190$57,5303,7800.45
326Semiconductor Fab TechnicianSemiconductor Processing Technicians (51-9141)$45,480$47,000$49,600500.13
327Press Brake OperatorCutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4031)$38,440$46,280$53,9202,0301.08
328Die Setter (Stamping)Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4031)$38,440$46,280$53,9202,0301.08
329Injection Molding TechnicianMolding, Coremaking, and Casting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4072)$38,010$46,240$59,1401,1000.67
330Shipping & Receiving LeadShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$40,550$45,810$53,5506,4800.73
331Hazmat Shipping SpecialistShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$40,550$45,810$53,5506,4800.73
332Warehouse LeadShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$40,550$45,810$53,5506,4800.73
333Skilled Material Handler (ERP / MRP transactions, line feeding)Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$40,550$45,810$53,5506,4800.73
334Production / Material ExpediterShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$40,550$45,810$53,5506,4800.73
335Kitting LeadShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$40,550$45,810$53,5506,4800.73
336Inventory Control LeadShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$40,550$45,810$53,5506,4800.73
337Flexographic Press OperatorPrinting Press Operators (51-5112)$37,750$45,670$59,1101,6101.02
338Production TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$38,220$45,140$57,0102,0300.74
339Setup TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$38,220$45,140$57,0102,0300.74
340Process TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$38,220$45,140$57,0102,0300.74
341Battery Cell Production TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$38,220$45,140$57,0102,0300.74
342CIP TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$38,220$45,140$57,0102,0300.74
343Skilled Machine OperatorProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$38,220$45,140$57,0102,0300.74
344Utility / Relief OperatorProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$38,220$45,140$57,0102,0300.74
345Production Trainer (OJT Trainer)Production Workers, All Other (51-9199)$38,220$45,140$57,0102,0300.74
346Senior Production TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$38,220$45,140$57,0102,0300.74
347Lead Production TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$38,220$45,140$57,0102,0300.74
348Converting Operator (slitter, laminator, bag machine, die cutter)Production Workers, All Other (51-9199)$38,220$45,140$57,0102,0300.74
349Batch Maker / CompounderProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$38,220$45,140$57,0102,0300.74
350Paper Machine Operator (Machine Tender)Production Workers, All Other (51-9199)$38,220$45,140$57,0102,0300.74
351Industrial Wastewater Treatment OperatorProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$38,220$45,140$57,0102,0300.74
352Solid Dose Operator (granulation, compression, encapsulation, coating)Production Workers, All Other (51-9199)$38,220$45,140$57,0102,0300.74
353Retort / Thermal Process OperatorProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$38,220$45,140$57,0102,0300.74
354Brewer / Cellar OperatorProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$38,220$45,140$57,0102,0300.74
355Senior Process TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$38,220$45,140$57,0102,0300.74
356Lead Process TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$38,220$45,140$57,0102,0300.74
357Electronics Assembler / SoldererElectrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers (51-2028)$37,280$45,080$52,6803,5801.33
358Wire Harness & Cable AssemblerElectrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers (51-2028)$37,280$45,080$52,6803,5801.33
359SMT TechnicianElectrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers (51-2028)$37,280$45,080$52,6803,5801.33
360Control Panel BuilderElectrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers (51-2028)$37,280$45,080$52,6803,5801.33
361Sanitation TechnicianJanitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners (37-2011)$35,470$37,960$47,15028,7401.19
362Sanitation LeadJanitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners (37-2011)$35,470$37,960$47,15028,7401.19
363Food Process OperatorFood Processing Workers, All Other (51-3099)$35,070$37,450$40,060Not published by BLSNot published by BLS

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What should you know about metros in Connecticut?

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Area: Connecticut. 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 deliver this review of industrial compensation for Connecticut. The data utilizes May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS) reports. We align state-level medians against national industry benchmarks for hiring oversight. For manufacturing occupations in Connecticut, 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. Use these baselines to evaluate talent competitiveness.

The CEO / President (Manufacturing) in Connecticut shows a median of $295,120, which is higher than the national median of $213,990. National industry median pay in Communications Equipment Manufacturing is $409,320. Executive pay structures vary significantly by plant revenue and operational footprint.

Manufacturing Engineering Managers in Connecticut earn a median of $175,490, compared to the $171,270 national median. For manufacturing occupations in Connecticut, 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 nationally reports a median of $192,800. Managers in this segment oversee complex product development and quality systems.

CFO (Manufacturing) roles in Connecticut report a median of $174,830, while the national median is $166,570. For manufacturing occupations in Connecticut, releases are separate survey estimates. They are not the same workers' raises and do not establish a pay trend or its cause. In the Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing segment, the national median is $210,870. Financial leadership remains essential for tracking raw material costs and operational overhead.

Sanitation Technicians in Connecticut earn a median of $37,960 compared to the national median of $36,840. For manufacturing occupations in Connecticut, releases are separate survey estimates. They are not the same workers' raises and do not establish a pay trend or its cause. Nationally, Iron and Steel Mills show a median of $52,820. Proper sanitation is a standard requirement across all manufacturing floor types.

Food Process Operators in Connecticut show a median of $37,450, lower than the national median of $39,680. For manufacturing occupations in Connecticut, releases are separate survey estimates. They are not the same workers' raises and do not establish a pay trend or its cause. The national industry median in Dairy Product Manufacturing is $50,960. These roles perform critical process monitoring in food environments.

Which pay questions should you settle before hiring?

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Does the state hub approach provide local industry pay?

No: Industry-specific wage data is provided on a national basis only per OEWS, which is then mapped to the state occupations.

What impacts the middle band width?

The band width represents the difference between the 25th and 75th percentiles of the occupation in that state.

Can I use these figures to predict annual bonus potential?

No: For manufacturing occupations in Connecticut, 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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