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Salary guide, May 2025

Manufacturing pay in Nevada

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 Top-coded, hourly-only and unpublished values are listed separately.

  1. Manufacturing Engineering Manager$161,560
  2. Process Engineering Manager$161,560
  3. Controls / Automation Manager$161,560
  4. VP of Engineering$161,560
  5. Director of R&D$161,560
  6. Director of Manufacturing Engineering$161,560
  7. NPI Manager$161,560
  8. Capital Projects Manager$161,560
  9. Lead Manufacturing Engineer$161,560
  10. Senior Industrial Engineer$161,560
  11. Senior Packaging Engineer$161,560
  12. Director of Automation$161,560
  13. Automation Manager$161,560
  14. Chief Technology Officer (CTO)$161,560
  15. R&D Manager$161,560
  16. R&D Engineer$161,560
  17. Engineering Manager (Product)$161,560
  18. Senior Mechanical Design Engineer$161,560
  19. Lead Product Development Engineer$161,560
  20. CEO / President (Manufacturing)$149,770
  21. Chief Operating Officer (COO)$149,770
  22. Senior Director of Operations$149,770
  23. CFO (Manufacturing)$132,490
  24. Corporate Controller$132,490
  25. Plant Controller$132,490

Bars show the top 25 of 354 ranked. The table below lists all 354. Literal BLS medians, May 2025.

Roles in Nevada, ranked by exact annual median (May 2025)
RankRoleBLS occupation25thMedian75thEmploymentLQ
1Manufacturing Engineering ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$135,080$161,560$208,0907800.36
2Process Engineering ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$135,080$161,560$208,0907800.36
3Controls / Automation ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$135,080$161,560$208,0907800.36
4VP of EngineeringArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$135,080$161,560$208,0907800.36
5Director of R&DArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$135,080$161,560$208,0907800.36
6Director of Manufacturing EngineeringArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$135,080$161,560$208,0907800.36
7NPI ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$135,080$161,560$208,0907800.36
8Capital Projects ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$135,080$161,560$208,0907800.36
9Lead Manufacturing EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$135,080$161,560$208,0907800.36
10Senior Industrial EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$135,080$161,560$208,0907800.36
11Senior Packaging EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$135,080$161,560$208,0907800.36
12Director of AutomationArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$135,080$161,560$208,0907800.36
13Automation ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$135,080$161,560$208,0907800.36
14Chief Technology Officer (CTO)Architectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$135,080$161,560$208,0907800.36
15R&D ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$135,080$161,560$208,0907800.36
16R&D EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$135,080$161,560$208,0907800.36
17Engineering Manager (Product)Architectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$135,080$161,560$208,0907800.36
18Senior Mechanical Design EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$135,080$161,560$208,0907800.36
19Lead Product Development EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$135,080$161,560$208,0907800.36
20CEO / President (Manufacturing)Chief Executives (11-1011)$99,340$149,770$279,6001,3700.67
21Chief Operating Officer (COO)Chief Executives (11-1011)$99,340$149,770$279,6001,3700.67
22Senior Director of OperationsChief Executives (11-1011)$99,340$149,770$279,6001,3700.67
23CFO (Manufacturing)Financial Managers (11-3031)$95,990$132,490$174,5508,0900.96
24Corporate ControllerFinancial Managers (11-3031)$95,990$132,490$174,5508,0900.96
25Plant ControllerFinancial Managers (11-3031)$95,990$132,490$174,5508,0900.96
26VP of FinanceFinancial Managers (11-3031)$95,990$132,490$174,5508,0900.96
27Division ControllerFinancial Managers (11-3031)$95,990$132,490$174,5508,0900.96
28Assistant Plant ControllerFinancial Managers (11-3031)$95,990$132,490$174,5508,0900.96
29FP&A Manager (Operations)Financial Managers (11-3031)$95,990$132,490$174,5508,0900.96
30Senior Plant ControllerFinancial Managers (11-3031)$95,990$132,490$174,5508,0900.96
31Senior Cost AccountantFinancial Managers (11-3031)$95,990$132,490$174,5508,0900.96
32PLC ProgrammerSoftware Developers (15-1252)$100,680$128,810$167,8204,5200.27
33MES EngineerSoftware Developers (15-1252)$100,680$128,810$167,8204,5200.27
34SCADA / HMI EngineerSoftware Developers (15-1252)$100,680$128,810$167,8204,5200.27
35Manufacturing Systems / OT EngineerSoftware Developers (15-1252)$100,680$128,810$167,8204,5200.27
36Firmware / Embedded EngineerSoftware Developers (15-1252)$100,680$128,810$167,8204,5200.27
37Plant HR ManagerHuman Resources Managers (11-3121)$95,340$128,550$169,3001,5200.69
38Purchasing ManagerPurchasing Managers (11-3061)$95,390$120,270$151,4504500.53
39Strategic Sourcing ManagerPurchasing Managers (11-3061)$95,390$120,270$151,4504500.53
40Procurement ManagerPurchasing Managers (11-3061)$95,390$120,270$151,4504500.53
41Director of ProcurementPurchasing Managers (11-3061)$95,390$120,270$151,4504500.53
42Commodity ManagerPurchasing Managers (11-3061)$95,390$120,270$151,4504500.53
43Overhead Crane Operator & RiggerCrane and Tower Operators (53-7021)$100,280$115,840$135,0003800.89
44Plant ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$87,170$112,270$141,5701,6200.66
45Plant Director / Site DirectorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$87,170$112,270$141,5701,6200.66
46Assistant Plant ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$87,170$112,270$141,5701,6200.66
47Operations ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$87,170$112,270$141,5701,6200.66
48Manufacturing ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$87,170$112,270$141,5701,6200.66
49Production ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$87,170$112,270$141,5701,6200.66
50Shift Manager (2nd / 3rd shift)Industrial Production Managers (11-3051)$87,170$112,270$141,5701,6200.66
51Plant Startup / Launch ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$87,170$112,270$141,5701,6200.66
52Sanitation ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$87,170$112,270$141,5701,6200.66
53VP of Quality / Chief Quality OfficerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$87,170$112,270$141,5701,6200.66
54Director of QualityIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$87,170$112,270$141,5701,6200.66
55Quality ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$87,170$112,270$141,5701,6200.66
56QC ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$87,170$112,270$141,5701,6200.66
57Supplier Quality ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$87,170$112,270$141,5701,6200.66
58Quality Systems ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$87,170$112,270$141,5701,6200.66
59FSQA ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$87,170$112,270$141,5701,6200.66
60FSQA DirectorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$87,170$112,270$141,5701,6200.66
61Food Safety Coordinator / SQF PractitionerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$87,170$112,270$141,5701,6200.66
62QA ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$87,170$112,270$141,5701,6200.66
63Production SuperintendentIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$87,170$112,270$141,5701,6200.66
64Area ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$87,170$112,270$141,5701,6200.66
65Value Stream ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$87,170$112,270$141,5701,6200.66
66Department ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$87,170$112,270$141,5701,6200.66
67Sanitation SupervisorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$87,170$112,270$141,5701,6200.66
68Bilingual Production SupervisorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$87,170$112,270$141,5701,6200.66
69Second Shift Production SupervisorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$87,170$112,270$141,5701,6200.66
70Third Shift Production SupervisorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$87,170$112,270$141,5701,6200.66
71QC Lab ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$87,170$112,270$141,5701,6200.66
72Validation / CQV ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$87,170$112,270$141,5701,6200.66
73CAPA ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$87,170$112,270$141,5701,6200.66
74Metrology / Calibration ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$87,170$112,270$141,5701,6200.66
75Lead Quality EngineerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$87,170$112,270$141,5701,6200.66
76Quality SupervisorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$87,170$112,270$141,5701,6200.66
77Regulatory Affairs ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$75,790$112,040$167,7509,1101.47
78EHS ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$75,790$112,040$167,7509,1101.47
79EHS DirectorManagers, All Other (11-9199)$75,790$112,040$167,7509,1101.47
80Safety ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$75,790$112,040$167,7509,1101.47
81Environmental ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$75,790$112,040$167,7509,1101.47
82Process Safety ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$75,790$112,040$167,7509,1101.47
83S&OP ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$75,790$112,040$167,7509,1101.47
84Trade Compliance ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$75,790$112,040$167,7509,1101.47
85Service / Aftermarket ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$75,790$112,040$167,7509,1101.47
86Environmental EngineerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$75,790$112,040$167,7509,1101.47
87Sustainability Manager / DirectorManagers, All Other (11-9199)$75,790$112,040$167,7509,1101.47
88Senior EHS ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$75,790$112,040$167,7509,1101.47
89EHS CoordinatorManagers, All Other (11-9199)$75,790$112,040$167,7509,1101.47
90Director of PlanningManagers, All Other (11-9199)$75,790$112,040$167,7509,1101.47
91VP of Sales (Industrial)Sales Managers (11-2022)$79,350$109,790$170,9005,7700.91
92Regional Sales Manager / Technical Sales ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$79,350$109,790$170,9005,7700.91
93Director of SalesSales Managers (11-2022)$79,350$109,790$170,9005,7700.91
94National Sales ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$79,350$109,790$170,9005,7700.91
95Key Account ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$79,350$109,790$170,9005,7700.91
96National Account ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$79,350$109,790$170,9005,7700.91
97Business Development ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$79,350$109,790$170,9005,7700.91
98Territory Sales ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$79,350$109,790$170,9005,7700.91
99Channel / Distributor Sales ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$79,350$109,790$170,9005,7700.91
100Product Manager (Industrial)Sales Managers (11-2022)$79,350$109,790$170,9005,7700.91
101Field Service ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$79,350$109,790$170,9005,7700.91
102Senior Applications EngineerSales Managers (11-2022)$79,350$109,790$170,9005,7700.91
103Lead Field Service EngineerSales Managers (11-2022)$79,350$109,790$170,9005,7700.91
104Traveling Field Service EngineerSales Managers (11-2022)$79,350$109,790$170,9005,7700.91
105Controls EngineerElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$86,390$107,400$135,6601,1000.56
106Electrical Engineer (Plant)Electrical Engineers (17-2071)$86,390$107,400$135,6601,1000.56
107Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) EngineerElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$86,390$107,400$135,6601,1000.56
108Electrical Design EngineerElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$86,390$107,400$135,6601,1000.56
109Senior Controls EngineerElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$86,390$107,400$135,6601,1000.56
110Lead Controls TechnicianElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$86,390$107,400$135,6601,1000.56
111Panel Design Engineer (UL 508A)Electrical Engineers (17-2071)$86,390$107,400$135,6601,1000.56
112Lead Controls EngineerElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$86,390$107,400$135,6601,1000.56
113Controls SupervisorElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$86,390$107,400$135,6601,1000.56
114Automation EngineerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$77,390$103,780$133,3708700.57
115Robotics EngineerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$77,390$103,780$133,3708700.57
116Machine Vision EngineerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$77,390$103,780$133,3708700.57
117Product Development EngineerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$77,390$103,780$133,3708700.57
118Applications EngineerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$77,390$103,780$133,3708700.57
119Applications Engineering ManagerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$77,390$103,780$133,3708700.57
120Packaging EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$86,030$102,680$130,3901,4100.48
121Tooling EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$86,030$102,680$130,3901,4100.48
122Welding EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$86,030$102,680$130,3901,4100.48
123Plant EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$86,030$102,680$130,3901,4100.48
124Mechanical Design EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$86,030$102,680$130,3901,4100.48
125Packaging Development EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$86,030$102,680$130,3901,4100.48
126Plant Engineering ManagerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$86,030$102,680$130,3901,4100.48
127Mechanical EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$86,030$102,680$130,3901,4100.48
128Product Design EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$86,030$102,680$130,3901,4100.48
129Product EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$86,030$102,680$130,3901,4100.48
130Systems EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$86,030$102,680$130,3901,4100.48
131CAD Designer / DrafterMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$86,030$102,680$130,3901,4100.48
132Manufacturing EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$82,570$102,090$119,7001,5700.43
133Process EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$82,570$102,090$119,7001,5700.43
134Industrial EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$82,570$102,090$119,7001,5700.43
135Yield Engineer (Semiconductor)Industrial Engineers (17-2112)$82,570$102,090$119,7001,5700.43
136Battery Cell Process EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$82,570$102,090$119,7001,5700.43
137Quality EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$82,570$102,090$119,7001,5700.43
138Supplier Quality EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$82,570$102,090$119,7001,5700.43
139Customer Quality EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$82,570$102,090$119,7001,5700.43
140Design Quality EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$82,570$102,090$119,7001,5700.43
141Validation EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$82,570$102,090$119,7001,5700.43
142Reliability EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$82,570$102,090$119,7001,5700.43
143Reliability ManagerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$82,570$102,090$119,7001,5700.43
144Continuous Improvement ManagerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$82,570$102,090$119,7001,5700.43
145Continuous Improvement EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$82,570$102,090$119,7001,5700.43
146Lean Six Sigma Black BeltIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$82,570$102,090$119,7001,5700.43
147Director of Operational ExcellenceIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$82,570$102,090$119,7001,5700.43
148Supplier Development EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$82,570$102,090$119,7001,5700.43
149Lean ManagerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$82,570$102,090$119,7001,5700.43
150Senior Manufacturing EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$82,570$102,090$119,7001,5700.43
151Senior Process EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$82,570$102,090$119,7001,5700.43
152Mold / Die Design EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$82,570$102,090$119,7001,5700.43
153Test EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$82,570$102,090$119,7001,5700.43
154Senior Quality EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$82,570$102,090$119,7001,5700.43
155Quality Engineering ManagerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$82,570$102,090$119,7001,5700.43
156Quality Systems Engineer / SpecialistIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$82,570$102,090$119,7001,5700.43
157Maintenance EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$82,570$102,090$119,7001,5700.43
158EHS EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$82,570$102,090$119,7001,5700.43
159VP of Operational ExcellenceIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$82,570$102,090$119,7001,5700.43
160Director of Continuous ImprovementIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$82,570$102,090$119,7001,5700.43
161Lean Specialist / CoordinatorIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$82,570$102,090$119,7001,5700.43
162Master Black BeltIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$82,570$102,090$119,7001,5700.43
163Senior Continuous Improvement EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$82,570$102,090$119,7001,5700.43
164Lead Continuous Improvement EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$82,570$102,090$119,7001,5700.43
165Supplier Development ManagerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$82,570$102,090$119,7001,5700.43
166Material Flow / Logistics EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$82,570$102,090$119,7001,5700.43
167Facilities ManagerFacilities Managers (11-3013)$81,370$101,850$133,0501,2500.8
168Facilities EngineerFacilities Managers (11-3013)$81,370$101,850$133,0501,2500.8
169Utilities / Energy ManagerFacilities Managers (11-3013)$81,370$101,850$133,0501,2500.8
170Project Engineer / Capital Projects ManagerProject Management Specialists (13-1082)$77,460$99,940$130,0108,2900.78
171Program ManagerProject Management Specialists (13-1082)$77,460$99,940$130,0108,2900.78
172VP of Supply Chain / Director of Supply ChainTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,370$99,860$122,9902,2501.02
173Supply Chain ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,370$99,860$122,9902,2501.02
174Materials ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,370$99,860$122,9902,2501.02
175Logistics ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,370$99,860$122,9902,2501.02
176Warehouse Manager / Distribution Center ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,370$99,860$122,9902,2501.02
177Chief Supply Chain OfficerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,370$99,860$122,9902,2501.02
178Category Manager (Direct Materials)Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,370$99,860$122,9902,2501.02
179Inventory Control ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,370$99,860$122,9902,2501.02
180Senior Production PlannerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,370$99,860$122,9902,2501.02
181Senior BuyerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,370$99,860$122,9902,2501.02
182Director of LogisticsTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,370$99,860$122,9902,2501.02
183Transportation ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,370$99,860$122,9902,2501.02
184Warehouse SupervisorTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,370$99,860$122,9902,2501.02
185Shipping & Receiving ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$80,370$99,860$122,9902,2501.02
186VP of OperationsGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$64,220$99,390$157,34038,9201.11
187VP of ManufacturingGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$64,220$99,390$157,34038,9201.11
188Regional VP of OperationsGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$64,220$99,390$157,34038,9201.11
189General Manager (Manufacturing)General and Operations Managers (11-1021)$64,220$99,390$157,34038,9201.11
190Director of OperationsGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$64,220$99,390$157,34038,9201.11
191EVP / SVP OperationsGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$64,220$99,390$157,34038,9201.11
192Division / Business Unit General ManagerGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$64,220$99,390$157,34038,9201.11
193Director of ManufacturingGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$64,220$99,390$157,34038,9201.11
194Sales EngineerSales Engineers (41-9031)$73,230$99,020$138,7003200.62
195Inside Sales EngineerSales Engineers (41-9031)$73,230$99,020$138,7003200.62
196Proposal / Quotation EngineerSales Engineers (41-9031)$73,230$99,020$138,7003200.62
197Materials EngineerMaterials Engineers (17-2131)$85,380$99,010$131,9801000.44
198Metallurgist / Metallurgical EngineerMaterials Engineers (17-2131)$85,380$99,010$131,9801000.44
199Polymer / Plastics EngineerMaterials Engineers (17-2131)$85,380$99,010$131,9801000.44
200QC Microbiology ManagerMedical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists (19-1042)$86,470$98,560$106,3005300.31
201Safety Specialist / CoordinatorOccupational Health and Safety Specialists (19-5011)$75,170$94,360$109,2201,1500.82
202Industrial HygienistOccupational Health and Safety Specialists (19-5011)$75,170$94,360$109,2201,1500.82
203Environmental Permitting SpecialistOccupational Health and Safety Specialists (19-5011)$75,170$94,360$109,2201,1500.82
204NDT TechnicianEngineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other (17-3029)$78,870$93,670$107,0905900.98
205PLC / Controls TechnicianElectrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094)$56,830$82,680$82,6807101.1
206Robotics TechnicianElectrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094)$56,830$82,680$82,6807101.1
207Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) TechnicianElectrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094)$56,830$82,680$82,6807101.1
208Semiconductor Equipment TechnicianElectrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094)$56,830$82,680$82,6807101.1
209Electromechanical / Mechatronics TechnicianElectro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians (17-3024)$59,720$82,010$100,1202201.42
210Cost AccountantAccountants and Auditors (13-2011)$68,190$81,600$103,6406,9300.48
211Cost Accounting ManagerAccountants and Auditors (13-2011)$68,190$81,600$103,6406,9300.48
212Senior Cost AnalystAccountants and Auditors (13-2011)$68,190$81,600$103,6406,9300.48
213Inventory AccountantAccountants and Auditors (13-2011)$68,190$81,600$103,6406,9300.48
214Formulation ChemistChemists (19-2031)$60,960$81,170$107,3502800.34
215Food ScientistFood Scientists and Technologists (19-1012)$74,690$80,580$89,890500.37
216Product Development ScientistFood Scientists and Technologists (19-1012)$74,690$80,580$89,890500.37
217Maintenance ManagerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$64,260$79,860$102,3405,4500.88
218Director of MaintenanceFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$64,260$79,860$102,3405,4500.88
219Maintenance SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$64,260$79,860$102,3405,4500.88
220Maintenance & Engineering ManagerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$64,260$79,860$102,3405,4500.88
221Asset Management / CMMS ManagerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$64,260$79,860$102,3405,4500.88
222Tool Room ManagerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$64,260$79,860$102,3405,4500.88
223Lead Maintenance TechnicianFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$64,260$79,860$102,3405,4500.88
224Senior Reliability EngineerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$64,260$79,860$102,3405,4500.88
225Lead Reliability EngineerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$64,260$79,860$102,3405,4500.88
226Quality Auditor / Lead AuditorCompliance Officers (13-1041)$60,010$78,290$100,5304,4001.06
227Document Control ManagerCompliance Officers (13-1041)$60,010$78,290$100,5304,4001.06
228Regulatory Compliance ManagerCompliance Officers (13-1041)$60,010$78,290$100,5304,4001.06
229Field Service EngineerIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$64,710$77,750$79,9202,2400.51
230Industrial Maintenance TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$64,710$77,750$79,9202,2400.51
231Packaging TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$64,710$77,750$79,9202,2400.51
232Line TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$64,710$77,750$79,9202,2400.51
233Maintenance MechanicIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$64,710$77,750$79,9202,2400.51
234Multi-Craft Maintenance TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$64,710$77,750$79,9202,2400.51
235Hydraulic / Fluid Power TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$64,710$77,750$79,9202,2400.51
236Boiler Operator / Stationary Engineer (Plant Utilities)Industrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$64,710$77,750$79,9202,2400.51
237Predictive Maintenance (PdM) TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$64,710$77,750$79,9202,2400.51
238Forklift / Material Handling Equipment TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$64,710$77,750$79,9202,2400.51
239Maintenance Technician AIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$64,710$77,750$79,9202,2400.51
240Maintenance Technician BIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$64,710$77,750$79,9202,2400.51
241Maintenance Technician CIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$64,710$77,750$79,9202,2400.51
242Traveling MillwrightIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$64,710$77,750$79,9202,2400.51
243Filler OperatorIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$64,710$77,750$79,9202,2400.51
244Packaging OperatorIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$64,710$77,750$79,9202,2400.51
245End-of-Line Operator (palletizer and robot cell)Industrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$64,710$77,750$79,9202,2400.51
246Lead Packaging TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$64,710$77,750$79,9202,2400.51
247Industrial ElectricianElectricians (47-2111)$48,920$73,570$96,5508,3501.11
248Buyer / Senior BuyerBuyers and Purchasing Agents (13-1020)$58,190$72,990$89,3402,3100.47
249Production SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$52,880$68,270$86,5903,6000.54
250Line LeadFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$52,880$68,270$86,5903,6000.54
251Shift SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$52,880$68,270$86,5903,6000.54
252Packaging SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$52,880$68,270$86,5903,6000.54
253Production Team LeadFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$52,880$68,270$86,5903,6000.54
254CNC Machining SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$52,880$68,270$86,5903,6000.54
255Welding SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$52,880$68,270$86,5903,6000.54
256Packaging Maintenance SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$52,880$68,270$86,5903,6000.54
257Calibration TechnicianCalibration Technologists and Technicians (17-3028)$48,150$64,530$80,2001100.67
258MillwrightMillwrights (49-9044)$60,020$63,040$74,9501500.37
259Production Welder (MIG)Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$48,700$61,520$76,6701,6000.39
260TIG WelderWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$48,700$61,520$76,6701,6000.39
261Code Welder (ASME / Pressure Vessel)Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$48,700$61,520$76,6701,6000.39
262QC Lab TechnicianChemical Technicians (19-4031)$49,690$61,520$77,9501,0501.82
263Welder-FabricatorWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$48,700$61,520$76,6701,6000.39
264Fitter / Layout FitterWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$48,700$61,520$76,6701,6000.39
265Sheet Metal FabricatorWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$48,700$61,520$76,6701,6000.39
266Laser / Plasma / Waterjet Cutting OperatorWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$48,700$61,520$76,6701,6000.39
267Heat Treat TechnicianWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$48,700$61,520$76,6701,6000.39
268Plating / Anodizing TechnicianWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$48,700$61,520$76,6701,6000.39
269Industrial Painter / Powder Coat TechnicianWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$48,700$61,520$76,6701,6000.39
270Foundry Molder / Melt OperatorWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$48,700$61,520$76,6701,6000.39
271Lead WelderWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$48,700$61,520$76,6701,6000.39
272Tool and Die MakerTool and Die Makers (51-4111)$60,650$61,350$77,6102200.39
273Mold MakerTool and Die Makers (51-4111)$60,650$61,350$77,6102200.39
274Industrial Refrigeration (Ammonia) TechnicianHeating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers (49-9021)$48,390$60,510$76,5904,1701.02
275Logistics SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors (53-1047)$50,060$60,340$76,8406,2901.01
276Shipping SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors (53-1047)$50,060$60,340$76,8406,2901.01
277GMP Manufacturing TechnicianChemical Equipment Operators and Tenders (51-9011)$47,230$58,520$70,1302100.15
278Aseptic Fill OperatorChemical Equipment Operators and Tenders (51-9011)$47,230$58,520$70,1302100.15
279CNC ProgrammerComputer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers (51-9162)$44,110$57,210$74,9901300.46
280Maintenance Planner / SchedulerProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$45,660$55,790$71,8902,1900.56
281Production Planner / Master SchedulerProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$45,660$55,790$71,8902,1900.56
282Inventory Control SpecialistProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$45,660$55,790$71,8902,1900.56
283Demand PlannerProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$45,660$55,790$71,8902,1900.56
284Supply PlannerProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$45,660$55,790$71,8902,1900.56
285Production SchedulerProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$45,660$55,790$71,8902,1900.56
286CNC MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$46,090$53,050$62,8309000.31
2875-Axis CNC MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$46,090$53,050$62,8309000.31
288Swiss CNC MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$46,090$53,050$62,8309000.31
289CNC Machine OperatorMachinists (51-4041)$46,090$53,050$62,8309000.31
290Horizontal Boring Mill (HBM) MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$46,090$53,050$62,8309000.31
291Manual MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$46,090$53,050$62,8309000.31
292EDM Machinist (Wire and Sinker)Machinists (51-4041)$46,090$53,050$62,8309000.31
293CNC Grinder / Precision GrinderMachinists (51-4041)$46,090$53,050$62,8309000.31
294Lead MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$46,090$53,050$62,8309000.31
295Machinist AMachinists (51-4041)$46,090$53,050$62,8309000.31
296Machinist BMachinists (51-4041)$46,090$53,050$62,8309000.31
297Machinist CMachinists (51-4041)$46,090$53,050$62,8309000.31
298Senior CNC MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$46,090$53,050$62,8309000.31
299Bioprocess TechnicianBiological Technicians (19-4021)$46,200$51,680$62,0002800.4
300Injection Molding TechnicianMolding, Coremaking, and Casting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4072)$40,290$49,590$67,9003500.24
301Quality InspectorInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$40,340$49,280$66,1204,0400.68
302Quality TechnicianInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$40,340$49,280$66,1204,0400.68
303CMM ProgrammerInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$40,340$49,280$66,1204,0400.68
304Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$40,340$49,280$66,1204,0400.68
305Food Safety / QA TechnicianInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$40,340$49,280$66,1204,0400.68
306First Article InspectorInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$40,340$49,280$66,1204,0400.68
307Receiving / Source InspectorInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$40,340$49,280$66,1204,0400.68
308Metrology TechnicianInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$40,340$49,280$66,1204,0400.68
309Microbiology Lab TechnicianInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$40,340$49,280$66,1204,0400.68
310Environmental Monitoring TechnicianInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$40,340$49,280$66,1204,0400.68
311Lead Quality InspectorInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$40,340$49,280$66,1204,0400.68
312Senior CMM ProgrammerInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$40,340$49,280$66,1204,0400.68
313Robotic Welding TechnicianWelding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders (51-4122)$41,780$47,870$55,3201700.54
314Composite TechnicianFiberglass Laminators and Fabricators (51-2051)$37,110$47,700$63,7401200.77
315Press Brake OperatorCutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4031)$40,540$47,690$50,4205800.34
316Die Setter (Stamping)Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4031)$40,540$47,690$50,4205800.34
317CNC Setup MachinistComputer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators (51-9161)$38,730$46,670$57,1904000.24
318Certified Forklift OperatorIndustrial Truck and Tractor Operators (53-7051)$39,900$45,230$56,1007,3000.94
319Extrusion TechnicianExtruding and Drawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4021)$39,650$44,210$49,2902600.43
320Flexographic Press OperatorPrinting Press Operators (51-5112)$36,300$43,500$50,7401,3600.94
321Shipping & Receiving LeadShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$38,210$43,210$48,28012,3901.52
322Hazmat Shipping SpecialistShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$38,210$43,210$48,28012,3901.52
323Warehouse LeadShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$38,210$43,210$48,28012,3901.52
324Skilled Material Handler (ERP / MRP transactions, line feeding)Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$38,210$43,210$48,28012,3901.52
325Production / Material ExpediterShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$38,210$43,210$48,28012,3901.52
326Kitting LeadShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$38,210$43,210$48,28012,3901.52
327Inventory Control LeadShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$38,210$43,210$48,28012,3901.52
328Production TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$35,670$40,700$49,3503,1001.23
329Setup TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$35,670$40,700$49,3503,1001.23
330Process TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$35,670$40,700$49,3503,1001.23
331Battery Cell Production TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$35,670$40,700$49,3503,1001.23
332CIP TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$35,670$40,700$49,3503,1001.23
333Skilled Machine OperatorProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$35,670$40,700$49,3503,1001.23
334Utility / Relief OperatorProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$35,670$40,700$49,3503,1001.23
335Production Trainer (OJT Trainer)Production Workers, All Other (51-9199)$35,670$40,700$49,3503,1001.23
336Senior Production TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$35,670$40,700$49,3503,1001.23
337Lead Production TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$35,670$40,700$49,3503,1001.23
338Converting Operator (slitter, laminator, bag machine, die cutter)Production Workers, All Other (51-9199)$35,670$40,700$49,3503,1001.23
339Batch Maker / CompounderProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$35,670$40,700$49,3503,1001.23
340Paper Machine Operator (Machine Tender)Production Workers, All Other (51-9199)$35,670$40,700$49,3503,1001.23
341Industrial Wastewater Treatment OperatorProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$35,670$40,700$49,3503,1001.23
342Solid Dose Operator (granulation, compression, encapsulation, coating)Production Workers, All Other (51-9199)$35,670$40,700$49,3503,1001.23
343Retort / Thermal Process OperatorProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$35,670$40,700$49,3503,1001.23
344Brewer / Cellar OperatorProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$35,670$40,700$49,3503,1001.23
345Senior Process TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$35,670$40,700$49,3503,1001.23
346Lead Process TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$35,670$40,700$49,3503,1001.23
347Sanitation TechnicianJanitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners (37-2011)$31,450$38,420$48,07032,8301.49
348Sanitation LeadJanitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners (37-2011)$31,450$38,420$48,07032,8301.49
349Semiconductor Fab TechnicianSemiconductor Processing Technicians (51-9141)$36,060$37,290$38,480Not published by BLSNot published by BLS
350Electronics Assembler / SoldererElectrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers (51-2028)$35,640$37,110$47,2501,4700.6
351Wire Harness & Cable AssemblerElectrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers (51-2028)$35,640$37,110$47,2501,4700.6
352SMT TechnicianElectrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers (51-2028)$35,640$37,110$47,2501,4700.6
353Control Panel BuilderElectrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers (51-2028)$35,640$37,110$47,2501,4700.6
354Food Process OperatorFood Processing Workers, All Other (51-3099)$29,590$30,120$41,6205900.91

What should you know about not published by BLS?

Injection Molding Process Engineer, Extrusion Process Engineer, MS&T Engineer, Skilled Mechanical Assembler, Aircraft Structures Assembler, Chemical Operator, Process Development Engineer, Tech Transfer Engineer, Electronics Test Technician, Machine Builder (equipment OEM assembly fitter), Cleanroom Assembler (Medical Device), Senior Electronics Test Technician, Lead Mechanical Assembler, Control Room (DCS) Operator.

What should you know about metros in Nevada?

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Area: Nevada. 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 identifies specific compensation benchmarks for five roles in Nevada based on May 2025 BLS data. For the Manufacturing Engineering Manager position, the median pay is $161,560, reflecting a previous median of $153,340. National data for this same engineering role shows a median of $171,270 with a middle band width of $73,140.

For the CEO / President role, the state median is $149,770, which is significantly lower than the national median of $213,990. The middle band width in Nevada for this executive level is $180,260, compared to $226,660 nationally. Compensation for the CFO role in Nevada shows a median of $132,490, marking a change from the $124,560 recorded in May 2024. For manufacturing occupations in Nevada, releases are separate survey estimates. They are not the same workers' raises and do not establish a pay trend or its cause. National median for this role is $45,850. Finally, for the Food Process Operator, the state median is $30,120, while the national median is $39,680. The location quotient for these roles highlights the employment concentration within the state. For manufacturing occupations in Nevada, 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. Local manufacturing industry data for specific subsectors like Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing or Dairy Product Manufacturing represents national averages only, not local pay levels for those industries. Each role is mapped to the most relevant broader occupation code published by the BLS. Duties across specific manufacturing plants can vary significantly even when roles share an SOC code, requiring careful alignment with your specific plant requirements.

Which pay questions should you settle before hiring?

For manufacturing occupations in Nevada, 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. You should adjust your internal compensation strategy to account for these items.

Why is the CEO median in Nevada lower than the national median?

The BLS reporting reflects broader economic conditions and data collection across various industry sizes and structures. These figures do not account for individual employer compensation philosophies or unique performance-based pay structures.

What does the location quotient represent?

The location quotient is a statistical measure of employment concentration relative to the national average. It does not reflect local market salary levels or the current pool of available talent.

How should I interpret the band width for these manufacturing roles?

The middle band width represents the difference between the 75th and 25th percentiles of the reported wage data. It provides a measure of how pay is distributed within the occupational group.

Does the BLS data capture bonuses?

For manufacturing occupations in Nevada, 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. You should adjust your internal compensation strategy to account for these items.

Why are industry-specific wages national?

The BLS does not produce local occupation-by-industry wage cuts for these titles. Therefore, only national averages are available to prevent inaccurate estimates at the state level.

What is the limitation of the SOC mapping?

The SOC codes often group diverse job functions into a single category. Manufacturing Headhunters notes that these broader categories may not capture the specific technical or plant-level nuances of your hiring needs.

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