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Salary guide, May 2025

Manufacturing pay in New Jersey

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

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BLS published a median for 366 of our 368 roles here. Ranking uses exact published annual medians only. Top-coded, hourly-only and unpublished values are listed separately.

  1. CEO / President (Manufacturing)$310,440
  2. Chief Operating Officer (COO)$310,440
  3. Senior Director of Operations$310,440
  4. CFO (Manufacturing)$199,110
  5. Corporate Controller$199,110
  6. Plant Controller$199,110
  7. VP of Finance$199,110
  8. Division Controller$199,110
  9. Assistant Plant Controller$199,110
  10. FP&A Manager (Operations)$199,110
  11. Senior Plant Controller$199,110
  12. Senior Cost Accountant$199,110
  13. Manufacturing Engineering Manager$180,640
  14. Process Engineering Manager$180,640
  15. Controls / Automation Manager$180,640
  16. VP of Engineering$180,640
  17. Director of R&D$180,640
  18. Director of Manufacturing Engineering$180,640
  19. NPI Manager$180,640
  20. Capital Projects Manager$180,640
  21. Lead Manufacturing Engineer$180,640
  22. Senior Industrial Engineer$180,640
  23. Senior Packaging Engineer$180,640
  24. Director of Automation$180,640
  25. Automation Manager$180,640

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

Roles in New Jersey, ranked by exact annual median (May 2025)
RankRoleBLS occupation25thMedian75thEmploymentLQ
1CEO / President (Manufacturing)Chief Executives (11-1011)$207,160$310,440$448,9102,4300.43
2Chief Operating Officer (COO)Chief Executives (11-1011)$207,160$310,440$448,9102,4300.43
3Senior Director of OperationsChief Executives (11-1011)$207,160$310,440$448,9102,4300.43
4CFO (Manufacturing)Financial Managers (11-3031)$162,800$199,110$279,33032,5101.4
5Corporate ControllerFinancial Managers (11-3031)$162,800$199,110$279,33032,5101.4
6Plant ControllerFinancial Managers (11-3031)$162,800$199,110$279,33032,5101.4
7VP of FinanceFinancial Managers (11-3031)$162,800$199,110$279,33032,5101.4
8Division ControllerFinancial Managers (11-3031)$162,800$199,110$279,33032,5101.4
9Assistant Plant ControllerFinancial Managers (11-3031)$162,800$199,110$279,33032,5101.4
10FP&A Manager (Operations)Financial Managers (11-3031)$162,800$199,110$279,33032,5101.4
11Senior Plant ControllerFinancial Managers (11-3031)$162,800$199,110$279,33032,5101.4
12Senior Cost AccountantFinancial Managers (11-3031)$162,800$199,110$279,33032,5101.4
13Manufacturing Engineering ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$154,970$180,640$221,9604,5400.75
14Process Engineering ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$154,970$180,640$221,9604,5400.75
15Controls / Automation ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$154,970$180,640$221,9604,5400.75
16VP of EngineeringArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$154,970$180,640$221,9604,5400.75
17Director of R&DArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$154,970$180,640$221,9604,5400.75
18Director of Manufacturing EngineeringArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$154,970$180,640$221,9604,5400.75
19NPI ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$154,970$180,640$221,9604,5400.75
20Capital Projects ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$154,970$180,640$221,9604,5400.75
21Lead Manufacturing EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$154,970$180,640$221,9604,5400.75
22Senior Industrial EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$154,970$180,640$221,9604,5400.75
23Senior Packaging EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$154,970$180,640$221,9604,5400.75
24Director of AutomationArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$154,970$180,640$221,9604,5400.75
25Automation ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$154,970$180,640$221,9604,5400.75
26Chief Technology Officer (CTO)Architectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$154,970$180,640$221,9604,5400.75
27R&D ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$154,970$180,640$221,9604,5400.75
28R&D EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$154,970$180,640$221,9604,5400.75
29Engineering Manager (Product)Architectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$154,970$180,640$221,9604,5400.75
30Senior Mechanical Design EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$154,970$180,640$221,9604,5400.75
31Lead Product Development EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$154,970$180,640$221,9604,5400.75
32Purchasing ManagerPurchasing Managers (11-3061)$140,610$174,520$218,7703,4301.47
33Strategic Sourcing ManagerPurchasing Managers (11-3061)$140,610$174,520$218,7703,4301.47
34Procurement ManagerPurchasing Managers (11-3061)$140,610$174,520$218,7703,4301.47
35Director of ProcurementPurchasing Managers (11-3061)$140,610$174,520$218,7703,4301.47
36Commodity ManagerPurchasing Managers (11-3061)$140,610$174,520$218,7703,4301.47
37VP of OperationsGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$111,580$173,690$284,25053,0000.55
38VP of ManufacturingGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$111,580$173,690$284,25053,0000.55
39Regional VP of OperationsGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$111,580$173,690$284,25053,0000.55
40General Manager (Manufacturing)General and Operations Managers (11-1021)$111,580$173,690$284,25053,0000.55
41Director of OperationsGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$111,580$173,690$284,25053,0000.55
42EVP / SVP OperationsGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$111,580$173,690$284,25053,0000.55
43Division / Business Unit General ManagerGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$111,580$173,690$284,25053,0000.55
44Director of ManufacturingGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$111,580$173,690$284,25053,0000.55
45VP of Sales (Industrial)Sales Managers (11-2022)$132,620$173,020$225,79020,0901.14
46Regional Sales Manager / Technical Sales ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$132,620$173,020$225,79020,0901.14
47Director of SalesSales Managers (11-2022)$132,620$173,020$225,79020,0901.14
48National Sales ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$132,620$173,020$225,79020,0901.14
49Key Account ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$132,620$173,020$225,79020,0901.14
50National Account ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$132,620$173,020$225,79020,0901.14
51Business Development ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$132,620$173,020$225,79020,0901.14
52Territory Sales ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$132,620$173,020$225,79020,0901.14
53Channel / Distributor Sales ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$132,620$173,020$225,79020,0901.14
54Product Manager (Industrial)Sales Managers (11-2022)$132,620$173,020$225,79020,0901.14
55Field Service ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$132,620$173,020$225,79020,0901.14
56Senior Applications EngineerSales Managers (11-2022)$132,620$173,020$225,79020,0901.14
57Lead Field Service EngineerSales Managers (11-2022)$132,620$173,020$225,79020,0901.14
58Traveling Field Service EngineerSales Managers (11-2022)$132,620$173,020$225,79020,0901.14
59Plant HR ManagerHuman Resources Managers (11-3121)$135,940$172,440$218,0506,4001.05
60Regulatory Affairs ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$113,930$161,510$203,96030,2701.77
61EHS ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$113,930$161,510$203,96030,2701.77
62EHS DirectorManagers, All Other (11-9199)$113,930$161,510$203,96030,2701.77
63Safety ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$113,930$161,510$203,96030,2701.77
64Environmental ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$113,930$161,510$203,96030,2701.77
65Process Safety ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$113,930$161,510$203,96030,2701.77
66S&OP ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$113,930$161,510$203,96030,2701.77
67Trade Compliance ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$113,930$161,510$203,96030,2701.77
68Service / Aftermarket ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$113,930$161,510$203,96030,2701.77
69Environmental EngineerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$113,930$161,510$203,96030,2701.77
70Sustainability Manager / DirectorManagers, All Other (11-9199)$113,930$161,510$203,96030,2701.77
71Senior EHS ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$113,930$161,510$203,96030,2701.77
72EHS CoordinatorManagers, All Other (11-9199)$113,930$161,510$203,96030,2701.77
73Director of PlanningManagers, All Other (11-9199)$113,930$161,510$203,96030,2701.77
74Plant ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$114,490$147,260$177,8706,7801
75Plant Director / Site DirectorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$114,490$147,260$177,8706,7801
76Assistant Plant ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$114,490$147,260$177,8706,7801
77Operations ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$114,490$147,260$177,8706,7801
78Manufacturing ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$114,490$147,260$177,8706,7801
79Production ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$114,490$147,260$177,8706,7801
80Shift Manager (2nd / 3rd shift)Industrial Production Managers (11-3051)$114,490$147,260$177,8706,7801
81Plant Startup / Launch ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$114,490$147,260$177,8706,7801
82Sanitation ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$114,490$147,260$177,8706,7801
83VP of Quality / Chief Quality OfficerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$114,490$147,260$177,8706,7801
84Director of QualityIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$114,490$147,260$177,8706,7801
85Quality ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$114,490$147,260$177,8706,7801
86QC ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$114,490$147,260$177,8706,7801
87Supplier Quality ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$114,490$147,260$177,8706,7801
88Quality Systems ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$114,490$147,260$177,8706,7801
89FSQA ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$114,490$147,260$177,8706,7801
90FSQA DirectorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$114,490$147,260$177,8706,7801
91Food Safety Coordinator / SQF PractitionerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$114,490$147,260$177,8706,7801
92QA ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$114,490$147,260$177,8706,7801
93Production SuperintendentIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$114,490$147,260$177,8706,7801
94Area ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$114,490$147,260$177,8706,7801
95Value Stream ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$114,490$147,260$177,8706,7801
96Department ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$114,490$147,260$177,8706,7801
97Sanitation SupervisorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$114,490$147,260$177,8706,7801
98Bilingual Production SupervisorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$114,490$147,260$177,8706,7801
99Second Shift Production SupervisorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$114,490$147,260$177,8706,7801
100Third Shift Production SupervisorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$114,490$147,260$177,8706,7801
101QC Lab ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$114,490$147,260$177,8706,7801
102Validation / CQV ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$114,490$147,260$177,8706,7801
103CAPA ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$114,490$147,260$177,8706,7801
104Metrology / Calibration ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$114,490$147,260$177,8706,7801
105Lead Quality EngineerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$114,490$147,260$177,8706,7801
106Quality SupervisorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$114,490$147,260$177,8706,7801
107Sales EngineerSales Engineers (41-9031)$111,640$139,010$167,9701,7601.24
108Inside Sales EngineerSales Engineers (41-9031)$111,640$139,010$167,9701,7601.24
109Proposal / Quotation EngineerSales Engineers (41-9031)$111,640$139,010$167,9701,7601.24
110PLC ProgrammerSoftware Developers (15-1252)$107,020$135,940$170,13051,5701.11
111MES EngineerSoftware Developers (15-1252)$107,020$135,940$170,13051,5701.11
112SCADA / HMI EngineerSoftware Developers (15-1252)$107,020$135,940$170,13051,5701.11
113Manufacturing Systems / OT EngineerSoftware Developers (15-1252)$107,020$135,940$170,13051,5701.11
114Firmware / Embedded EngineerSoftware Developers (15-1252)$107,020$135,940$170,13051,5701.11
115Automation EngineerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$93,670$132,450$170,4604,5401.07
116Robotics EngineerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$93,670$132,450$170,4604,5401.07
117Machine Vision EngineerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$93,670$132,450$170,4604,5401.07
118Product Development EngineerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$93,670$132,450$170,4604,5401.07
119Applications EngineerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$93,670$132,450$170,4604,5401.07
120Applications Engineering ManagerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$93,670$132,450$170,4604,5401.07
121VP of Supply Chain / Director of Supply ChainTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$105,080$130,610$169,3909,1201.5
122Supply Chain ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$105,080$130,610$169,3909,1201.5
123Materials ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$105,080$130,610$169,3909,1201.5
124Logistics ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$105,080$130,610$169,3909,1201.5
125Warehouse Manager / Distribution Center ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$105,080$130,610$169,3909,1201.5
126Chief Supply Chain OfficerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$105,080$130,610$169,3909,1201.5
127Category Manager (Direct Materials)Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$105,080$130,610$169,3909,1201.5
128Inventory Control ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$105,080$130,610$169,3909,1201.5
129Senior Production PlannerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$105,080$130,610$169,3909,1201.5
130Senior BuyerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$105,080$130,610$169,3909,1201.5
131Director of LogisticsTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$105,080$130,610$169,3909,1201.5
132Transportation ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$105,080$130,610$169,3909,1201.5
133Warehouse SupervisorTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$105,080$130,610$169,3909,1201.5
134Shipping & Receiving ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$105,080$130,610$169,3909,1201.5
135QC Microbiology ManagerMedical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists (19-1042)$95,520$129,280$164,9306,1201.29
136Injection Molding Process EngineerChemical Engineers (17-2041)$95,520$126,760$157,1904400.75
137Extrusion Process EngineerChemical Engineers (17-2041)$95,520$126,760$157,1904400.75
138MS&T EngineerChemical Engineers (17-2041)$95,520$126,760$157,1904400.75
139Process Development EngineerChemical Engineers (17-2041)$95,520$126,760$157,1904400.75
140Tech Transfer EngineerChemical Engineers (17-2041)$95,520$126,760$157,1904400.75
141Controls EngineerElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$98,510$125,370$147,6402,9400.54
142Electrical Engineer (Plant)Electrical Engineers (17-2071)$98,510$125,370$147,6402,9400.54
143Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) EngineerElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$98,510$125,370$147,6402,9400.54
144Electrical Design EngineerElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$98,510$125,370$147,6402,9400.54
145Senior Controls EngineerElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$98,510$125,370$147,6402,9400.54
146Lead Controls TechnicianElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$98,510$125,370$147,6402,9400.54
147Panel Design Engineer (UL 508A)Electrical Engineers (17-2071)$98,510$125,370$147,6402,9400.54
148Lead Controls EngineerElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$98,510$125,370$147,6402,9400.54
149Controls SupervisorElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$98,510$125,370$147,6402,9400.54
150Facilities ManagerFacilities Managers (11-3013)$98,480$124,110$158,5005,6901.32
151Facilities EngineerFacilities Managers (11-3013)$98,480$124,110$158,5005,6901.32
152Utilities / Energy ManagerFacilities Managers (11-3013)$98,480$124,110$158,5005,6901.32
153Project Engineer / Capital Projects ManagerProject Management Specialists (13-1082)$92,850$122,980$155,49028,3000.96
154Program ManagerProject Management Specialists (13-1082)$92,850$122,980$155,49028,3000.96
155Packaging EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$92,750$112,300$136,9104,1800.51
156Tooling EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$92,750$112,300$136,9104,1800.51
157Welding EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$92,750$112,300$136,9104,1800.51
158Plant EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$92,750$112,300$136,9104,1800.51
159Mechanical Design EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$92,750$112,300$136,9104,1800.51
160Packaging Development EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$92,750$112,300$136,9104,1800.51
161Plant Engineering ManagerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$92,750$112,300$136,9104,1800.51
162Mechanical EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$92,750$112,300$136,9104,1800.51
163Product Design EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$92,750$112,300$136,9104,1800.51
164Product EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$92,750$112,300$136,9104,1800.51
165Systems EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$92,750$112,300$136,9104,1800.51
166CAD Designer / DrafterMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$92,750$112,300$136,9104,1800.51
167MillwrightMillwrights (49-9044)$73,840$107,540$126,3203400.3
168Materials EngineerMaterials Engineers (17-2131)$93,450$106,920$138,2102600.41
169Metallurgist / Metallurgical EngineerMaterials Engineers (17-2131)$93,450$106,920$138,2102600.41
170Polymer / Plastics EngineerMaterials Engineers (17-2131)$93,450$106,920$138,2102600.41
171Food ScientistFood Scientists and Technologists (19-1012)$80,020$104,340$132,1506301.76
172Product Development ScientistFood Scientists and Technologists (19-1012)$80,020$104,340$132,1506301.76
173Manufacturing EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$90,480$103,840$130,2606,8700.68
174Process EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$90,480$103,840$130,2606,8700.68
175Industrial EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$90,480$103,840$130,2606,8700.68
176Yield Engineer (Semiconductor)Industrial Engineers (17-2112)$90,480$103,840$130,2606,8700.68
177Battery Cell Process EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$90,480$103,840$130,2606,8700.68
178Quality EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$90,480$103,840$130,2606,8700.68
179Supplier Quality EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$90,480$103,840$130,2606,8700.68
180Customer Quality EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$90,480$103,840$130,2606,8700.68
181Design Quality EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$90,480$103,840$130,2606,8700.68
182Validation EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$90,480$103,840$130,2606,8700.68
183Reliability EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$90,480$103,840$130,2606,8700.68
184Reliability ManagerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$90,480$103,840$130,2606,8700.68
185Continuous Improvement ManagerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$90,480$103,840$130,2606,8700.68
186Continuous Improvement EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$90,480$103,840$130,2606,8700.68
187Lean Six Sigma Black BeltIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$90,480$103,840$130,2606,8700.68
188Director of Operational ExcellenceIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$90,480$103,840$130,2606,8700.68
189Supplier Development EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$90,480$103,840$130,2606,8700.68
190Lean ManagerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$90,480$103,840$130,2606,8700.68
191Senior Manufacturing EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$90,480$103,840$130,2606,8700.68
192Senior Process EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$90,480$103,840$130,2606,8700.68
193Mold / Die Design EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$90,480$103,840$130,2606,8700.68
194Test EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$90,480$103,840$130,2606,8700.68
195Senior Quality EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$90,480$103,840$130,2606,8700.68
196Quality Engineering ManagerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$90,480$103,840$130,2606,8700.68
197Quality Systems Engineer / SpecialistIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$90,480$103,840$130,2606,8700.68
198Maintenance EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$90,480$103,840$130,2606,8700.68
199EHS EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$90,480$103,840$130,2606,8700.68
200VP of Operational ExcellenceIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$90,480$103,840$130,2606,8700.68
201Director of Continuous ImprovementIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$90,480$103,840$130,2606,8700.68
202Lean Specialist / CoordinatorIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$90,480$103,840$130,2606,8700.68
203Master Black BeltIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$90,480$103,840$130,2606,8700.68
204Senior Continuous Improvement EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$90,480$103,840$130,2606,8700.68
205Lead Continuous Improvement EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$90,480$103,840$130,2606,8700.68
206Supplier Development ManagerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$90,480$103,840$130,2606,8700.68
207Material Flow / Logistics EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$90,480$103,840$130,2606,8700.68
208Cost AccountantAccountants and Auditors (13-2011)$80,320$100,830$129,28042,2501.06
209Cost Accounting ManagerAccountants and Auditors (13-2011)$80,320$100,830$129,28042,2501.06
210Senior Cost AnalystAccountants and Auditors (13-2011)$80,320$100,830$129,28042,2501.06
211Inventory AccountantAccountants and Auditors (13-2011)$80,320$100,830$129,28042,2501.06
212Overhead Crane Operator & RiggerCrane and Tower Operators (53-7021)$90,020$100,640$124,7001,0000.84
213Quality Auditor / Lead AuditorCompliance Officers (13-1041)$76,180$100,000$128,79013,3101.16
214Document Control ManagerCompliance Officers (13-1041)$76,180$100,000$128,79013,3101.16
215Regulatory Compliance ManagerCompliance Officers (13-1041)$76,180$100,000$128,79013,3101.16
216Buyer / Senior BuyerBuyers and Purchasing Agents (13-1020)$75,030$93,250$116,43012,1800.9
217Maintenance ManagerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$74,340$92,680$114,16014,9300.88
218Director of MaintenanceFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$74,340$92,680$114,16014,9300.88
219Maintenance SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$74,340$92,680$114,16014,9300.88
220Maintenance & Engineering ManagerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$74,340$92,680$114,16014,9300.88
221Asset Management / CMMS ManagerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$74,340$92,680$114,16014,9300.88
222Tool Room ManagerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$74,340$92,680$114,16014,9300.88
223Lead Maintenance TechnicianFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$74,340$92,680$114,16014,9300.88
224Senior Reliability EngineerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$74,340$92,680$114,16014,9300.88
225Lead Reliability EngineerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$74,340$92,680$114,16014,9300.88
226Safety Specialist / CoordinatorOccupational Health and Safety Specialists (19-5011)$70,760$90,610$110,9903,8300.99
227Industrial HygienistOccupational Health and Safety Specialists (19-5011)$70,760$90,610$110,9903,8300.99
228Environmental Permitting SpecialistOccupational Health and Safety Specialists (19-5011)$70,760$90,610$110,9903,8300.99
229NDT TechnicianEngineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other (17-3029)$64,760$87,450$113,5508800.53
230Chemical OperatorChemical Plant and System Operators (51-8091)$72,570$86,820$94,9203300.73
231Control Room (DCS) OperatorChemical Plant and System Operators (51-8091)$72,570$86,820$94,9203300.73
232Formulation ChemistChemists (19-2031)$75,050$84,450$109,4705,2802.31
233Production SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$62,740$81,110$100,19015,0400.81
234Line LeadFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$62,740$81,110$100,19015,0400.81
235Shift SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$62,740$81,110$100,19015,0400.81
236Packaging SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$62,740$81,110$100,19015,0400.81
237Production Team LeadFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$62,740$81,110$100,19015,0400.81
238CNC Machining SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$62,740$81,110$100,19015,0400.81
239Welding SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$62,740$81,110$100,19015,0400.81
240Packaging Maintenance SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$62,740$81,110$100,19015,0400.81
241Industrial ElectricianElectricians (47-2111)$62,400$77,250$121,11013,5200.65
242Calibration TechnicianCalibration Technologists and Technicians (17-3028)$65,490$77,040$96,2003900.87
243PLC / Controls TechnicianElectrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094)$58,710$74,980$94,7701,2900.72
244Robotics TechnicianElectrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094)$58,710$74,980$94,7701,2900.72
245Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) TechnicianElectrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094)$58,710$74,980$94,7701,2900.72
246Semiconductor Equipment TechnicianElectrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094)$58,710$74,980$94,7701,2900.72
247Field Service EngineerIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$60,590$74,760$86,1808,3800.69
248Industrial Maintenance TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$60,590$74,760$86,1808,3800.69
249Packaging TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$60,590$74,760$86,1808,3800.69
250Line TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$60,590$74,760$86,1808,3800.69
251Maintenance MechanicIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$60,590$74,760$86,1808,3800.69
252Multi-Craft Maintenance TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$60,590$74,760$86,1808,3800.69
253Hydraulic / Fluid Power TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$60,590$74,760$86,1808,3800.69
254Boiler Operator / Stationary Engineer (Plant Utilities)Industrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$60,590$74,760$86,1808,3800.69
255Predictive Maintenance (PdM) TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$60,590$74,760$86,1808,3800.69
256Forklift / Material Handling Equipment TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$60,590$74,760$86,1808,3800.69
257Maintenance Technician AIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$60,590$74,760$86,1808,3800.69
258Maintenance Technician BIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$60,590$74,760$86,1808,3800.69
259Maintenance Technician CIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$60,590$74,760$86,1808,3800.69
260Traveling MillwrightIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$60,590$74,760$86,1808,3800.69
261Filler OperatorIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$60,590$74,760$86,1808,3800.69
262Packaging OperatorIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$60,590$74,760$86,1808,3800.69
263End-of-Line Operator (palletizer and robot cell)Industrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$60,590$74,760$86,1808,3800.69
264Lead Packaging TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$60,590$74,760$86,1808,3800.69
265Tool and Die MakerTool and Die Makers (51-4111)$60,480$74,460$85,4305400.35
266Mold MakerTool and Die Makers (51-4111)$60,480$74,460$85,4305400.35
267Industrial Refrigeration (Ammonia) TechnicianHeating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers (49-9021)$56,700$74,450$96,91010,3300.92
268CNC ProgrammerComputer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers (51-9162)$60,660$70,460$79,6805200.66
269Logistics SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors (53-1047)$55,960$67,980$81,20025,1101.46
270Shipping SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors (53-1047)$55,960$67,980$81,20025,1101.46
271Bioprocess TechnicianBiological Technicians (19-4021)$57,490$66,040$83,3101,2900.67
272CNC MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$51,110$63,190$79,3303,2100.41
2735-Axis CNC MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$51,110$63,190$79,3303,2100.41
274Swiss CNC MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$51,110$63,190$79,3303,2100.41
275CNC Machine OperatorMachinists (51-4041)$51,110$63,190$79,3303,2100.41
276Horizontal Boring Mill (HBM) MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$51,110$63,190$79,3303,2100.41
277Manual MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$51,110$63,190$79,3303,2100.41
278EDM Machinist (Wire and Sinker)Machinists (51-4041)$51,110$63,190$79,3303,2100.41
279CNC Grinder / Precision GrinderMachinists (51-4041)$51,110$63,190$79,3303,2100.41
280Lead MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$51,110$63,190$79,3303,2100.41
281Machinist AMachinists (51-4041)$51,110$63,190$79,3303,2100.41
282Machinist BMachinists (51-4041)$51,110$63,190$79,3303,2100.41
283Machinist CMachinists (51-4041)$51,110$63,190$79,3303,2100.41
284Senior CNC MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$51,110$63,190$79,3303,2100.41
285Maintenance Planner / SchedulerProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$50,050$62,710$76,3609,4100.87
286Production Planner / Master SchedulerProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$50,050$62,710$76,3609,4100.87
287Inventory Control SpecialistProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$50,050$62,710$76,3609,4100.87
288Demand PlannerProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$50,050$62,710$76,3609,4100.87
289Supply PlannerProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$50,050$62,710$76,3609,4100.87
290Production SchedulerProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$50,050$62,710$76,3609,4100.87
291Electromechanical / Mechatronics TechnicianElectro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians (17-3024)$55,640$60,040$79,8002000.47
292Production Welder (MIG)Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$49,870$59,440$71,0603,7300.33
293TIG WelderWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$49,870$59,440$71,0603,7300.33
294Code Welder (ASME / Pressure Vessel)Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$49,870$59,440$71,0603,7300.33
295Welder-FabricatorWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$49,870$59,440$71,0603,7300.33
296Fitter / Layout FitterWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$49,870$59,440$71,0603,7300.33
297Sheet Metal FabricatorWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$49,870$59,440$71,0603,7300.33
298Laser / Plasma / Waterjet Cutting OperatorWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$49,870$59,440$71,0603,7300.33
299Heat Treat TechnicianWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$49,870$59,440$71,0603,7300.33
300Plating / Anodizing TechnicianWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$49,870$59,440$71,0603,7300.33
301Industrial Painter / Powder Coat TechnicianWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$49,870$59,440$71,0603,7300.33
302Foundry Molder / Melt OperatorWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$49,870$59,440$71,0603,7300.33
303Lead WelderWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$49,870$59,440$71,0603,7300.33
304QC Lab TechnicianChemical Technicians (19-4031)$51,130$58,580$72,1102,7301.72
305GMP Manufacturing TechnicianChemical Equipment Operators and Tenders (51-9011)$46,830$56,500$68,0508,5602.23
306Aseptic Fill OperatorChemical Equipment Operators and Tenders (51-9011)$46,830$56,500$68,0508,5602.23
307CNC Setup MachinistComputer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators (51-9161)$41,970$54,100$63,4001,7700.38
308Composite TechnicianFiberglass Laminators and Fabricators (51-2051)$48,390$54,080$56,5306801.54
309Robotic Welding TechnicianWelding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders (51-4122)$42,000$53,680$62,2805100.58
310Extrusion TechnicianExtruding and Drawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4021)$43,770$51,180$61,1407500.45
311Skilled Mechanical AssemblerEngine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$49,930$50,910$68,3401400.15
312Electronics Test TechnicianEngine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$49,930$50,910$68,3401400.15
313Machine Builder (equipment OEM assembly fitter)Engine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$49,930$50,910$68,3401400.15
314Cleanroom Assembler (Medical Device)Engine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$49,930$50,910$68,3401400.15
315Senior Electronics Test TechnicianEngine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$49,930$50,910$68,3401400.15
316Lead Mechanical AssemblerEngine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$49,930$50,910$68,3401400.15
317Flexographic Press OperatorPrinting Press Operators (51-5112)$43,650$50,430$63,9504,1801.05
318Quality InspectorInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$39,440$49,140$61,72012,2800.75
319Quality TechnicianInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$39,440$49,140$61,72012,2800.75
320CMM ProgrammerInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$39,440$49,140$61,72012,2800.75
321Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$39,440$49,140$61,72012,2800.75
322Food Safety / QA TechnicianInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$39,440$49,140$61,72012,2800.75
323First Article InspectorInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$39,440$49,140$61,72012,2800.75
324Receiving / Source InspectorInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$39,440$49,140$61,72012,2800.75
325Metrology TechnicianInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$39,440$49,140$61,72012,2800.75
326Microbiology Lab TechnicianInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$39,440$49,140$61,72012,2800.75
327Environmental Monitoring TechnicianInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$39,440$49,140$61,72012,2800.75
328Lead Quality InspectorInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$39,440$49,140$61,72012,2800.75
329Senior CMM ProgrammerInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$39,440$49,140$61,72012,2800.75
330Certified Forklift OperatorIndustrial Truck and Tractor Operators (53-7051)$39,600$46,100$56,48021,7901.02
331Electronics Assembler / SoldererElectrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers (51-2028)$37,970$45,800$58,1206,3000.93
332Wire Harness & Cable AssemblerElectrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers (51-2028)$37,970$45,800$58,1206,3000.93
333SMT TechnicianElectrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers (51-2028)$37,970$45,800$58,1206,3000.93
334Control Panel BuilderElectrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers (51-2028)$37,970$45,800$58,1206,3000.93
335Press Brake OperatorCutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4031)$40,130$45,680$51,8001,9500.41
336Die Setter (Stamping)Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4031)$40,130$45,680$51,8001,9500.41
337Shipping & Receiving LeadShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$39,660$45,440$53,55029,4401.31
338Hazmat Shipping SpecialistShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$39,660$45,440$53,55029,4401.31
339Warehouse LeadShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$39,660$45,440$53,55029,4401.31
340Skilled Material Handler (ERP / MRP transactions, line feeding)Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$39,660$45,440$53,55029,4401.31
341Production / Material ExpediterShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$39,660$45,440$53,55029,4401.31
342Kitting LeadShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$39,660$45,440$53,55029,4401.31
343Inventory Control LeadShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$39,660$45,440$53,55029,4401.31
344Production TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$36,560$40,000$46,0005,3100.77
345Setup TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$36,560$40,000$46,0005,3100.77
346Process TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$36,560$40,000$46,0005,3100.77
347Battery Cell Production TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$36,560$40,000$46,0005,3100.77
348CIP TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$36,560$40,000$46,0005,3100.77
349Skilled Machine OperatorProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$36,560$40,000$46,0005,3100.77
350Utility / Relief OperatorProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$36,560$40,000$46,0005,3100.77
351Production Trainer (OJT Trainer)Production Workers, All Other (51-9199)$36,560$40,000$46,0005,3100.77
352Senior Production TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$36,560$40,000$46,0005,3100.77
353Lead Production TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$36,560$40,000$46,0005,3100.77
354Converting Operator (slitter, laminator, bag machine, die cutter)Production Workers, All Other (51-9199)$36,560$40,000$46,0005,3100.77
355Batch Maker / CompounderProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$36,560$40,000$46,0005,3100.77
356Paper Machine Operator (Machine Tender)Production Workers, All Other (51-9199)$36,560$40,000$46,0005,3100.77
357Industrial Wastewater Treatment OperatorProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$36,560$40,000$46,0005,3100.77
358Solid Dose Operator (granulation, compression, encapsulation, coating)Production Workers, All Other (51-9199)$36,560$40,000$46,0005,3100.77
359Retort / Thermal Process OperatorProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$36,560$40,000$46,0005,3100.77
360Brewer / Cellar OperatorProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$36,560$40,000$46,0005,3100.77
361Senior Process TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$36,560$40,000$46,0005,3100.77
362Lead Process TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$36,560$40,000$46,0005,3100.77
363Injection Molding TechnicianMolding, Coremaking, and Casting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4072)$34,870$39,950$48,1102,4500.59
364Sanitation TechnicianJanitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners (37-2011)$35,200$37,630$44,31067,6601.11
365Sanitation LeadJanitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners (37-2011)$35,200$37,630$44,31067,6601.11
366Food Process OperatorFood Processing Workers, All Other (51-3099)$32,230$34,670$40,2209400.53

What should you know about not published by BLS?

Aircraft Structures Assembler, Semiconductor Fab Technician.

What should you know about metros in New Jersey?

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Area: New Jersey. 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 provides the following analysis for manufacturing roles in New Jersey using May 2025 BLS data. The CEO / President category reports a median of $310,440, with a middle band width of $241,750, standing higher than the national median of $213,990. For manufacturing occupations in New Jersey, releases are separate survey estimates.

They are not the same workers' raises and do not establish a pay trend or its cause. Manufacturing Engineering Managers in the state earn a median of $180,640, compared to $171,270 at the national level. The middle band width for this engineering management position is $66,990. For Sanitation Technicians, the state median is $37,630, while the national median is $36,840. The median for Food Process Operators in New Jersey is $34,670, which is lower than the national median of $39,680. For manufacturing occupations in New Jersey, 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 state's location quotient indicates the concentration of these jobs relative to the national average. Local comparisons use the Trenton-Princeton and Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington areas as reference points for regional pay. Note that the subsector industry data reflects national aggregates rather than state-specific industry wages. Given the broad nature of the occupational codes, these figures serve as a baseline rather than a specific offer guideline. Actual compensation remains sensitive to plant-level duties and seniority. The middle band width provides a snapshot of the wage distribution between the 25th and 75th percentiles. When assessing these roles, consider that the broader occupational groupings may include various seniority levels, which can influence where your current or prospective hires fall within the range. The data does not account for cost-of-living adjustments or specific employer branding in the region. Always match job duties to the underlying SOC definition to ensure the statistical range aligns with your organizational needs, particularly for roles mapped to broader occupational categories.

Which pay questions should you settle before hiring?

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How are the comparison metros selected?

Comparison metros are chosen based on the highest occupational employment to provide relevant context. This selection is based on data concentrations, not geographic proximity.

Can I use the industry-specific medians for my local plant pay?

No: The OEWS occupation-by-industry data is only available at the national level. These figures should not be asserted as local industry wages.

How do I account for the pay gap in Food Process Operators?

The median for this role is lower than the national median, which may reflect different local industry demand. You should perform a internal equity check against your plant-specific requirements.

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