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Salary guide, May 2025

Manufacturing pay in Oregon

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 368 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 Top-coded, hourly-only and unpublished values are listed separately.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)$341,630
  2. Chief Operating Officer (COO)$341,630
  3. Senior Director of Operations$341,630
  4. Manufacturing Engineering Manager$177,190
  5. Process Engineering Manager$177,190
  6. Controls / Automation Manager$177,190
  7. VP of Engineering$177,190
  8. Director of R&D$177,190
  9. Director of Manufacturing Engineering$177,190
  10. NPI Manager$177,190
  11. Capital Projects Manager$177,190
  12. Lead Manufacturing Engineer$177,190
  13. Senior Industrial Engineer$177,190
  14. Senior Packaging Engineer$177,190
  15. Director of Automation$177,190
  16. Automation Manager$177,190
  17. Chief Technology Officer (CTO)$177,190
  18. R&D Manager$177,190
  19. R&D Engineer$177,190
  20. Engineering Manager (Product)$177,190
  21. Senior Mechanical Design Engineer$177,190
  22. Lead Product Development Engineer$177,190
  23. CFO (Manufacturing)$156,460
  24. Corporate Controller$156,460
  25. Plant Controller$156,460

Bars show the top 25 of 368 ranked. The table below lists all 368. Literal BLS medians, May 2025.

Roles in Oregon, ranked by exact annual median (May 2025)
RankRoleBLS occupation25thMedian75thEmploymentLQ
1CEO / President (Manufacturing)Chief Executives (11-1011)$217,050$341,630$520,9809100.35
2Chief Operating Officer (COO)Chief Executives (11-1011)$217,050$341,630$520,9809100.35
3Senior Director of OperationsChief Executives (11-1011)$217,050$341,630$520,9809100.35
4Manufacturing Engineering ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$154,700$177,190$209,820Not published by BLSNot published by BLS
5Process Engineering ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$154,700$177,190$209,820Not published by BLSNot published by BLS
6Controls / Automation ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$154,700$177,190$209,820Not published by BLSNot published by BLS
7VP of EngineeringArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$154,700$177,190$209,820Not published by BLSNot published by BLS
8Director of R&DArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$154,700$177,190$209,820Not published by BLSNot published by BLS
9Director of Manufacturing EngineeringArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$154,700$177,190$209,820Not published by BLSNot published by BLS
10NPI ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$154,700$177,190$209,820Not published by BLSNot published by BLS
11Capital Projects ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$154,700$177,190$209,820Not published by BLSNot published by BLS
12Lead Manufacturing EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$154,700$177,190$209,820Not published by BLSNot published by BLS
13Senior Industrial EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$154,700$177,190$209,820Not published by BLSNot published by BLS
14Senior Packaging EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$154,700$177,190$209,820Not published by BLSNot published by BLS
15Director of AutomationArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$154,700$177,190$209,820Not published by BLSNot published by BLS
16Automation ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$154,700$177,190$209,820Not published by BLSNot published by BLS
17Chief Technology Officer (CTO)Architectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$154,700$177,190$209,820Not published by BLSNot published by BLS
18R&D ManagerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$154,700$177,190$209,820Not published by BLSNot published by BLS
19R&D EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$154,700$177,190$209,820Not published by BLSNot published by BLS
20Engineering Manager (Product)Architectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$154,700$177,190$209,820Not published by BLSNot published by BLS
21Senior Mechanical Design EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$154,700$177,190$209,820Not published by BLSNot published by BLS
22Lead Product Development EngineerArchitectural and Engineering Managers (11-9041)$154,700$177,190$209,820Not published by BLSNot published by BLS
23CFO (Manufacturing)Financial Managers (11-3031)$124,190$156,460$202,7307,6100.71
24Corporate ControllerFinancial Managers (11-3031)$124,190$156,460$202,7307,6100.71
25Plant ControllerFinancial Managers (11-3031)$124,190$156,460$202,7307,6100.71
26VP of FinanceFinancial Managers (11-3031)$124,190$156,460$202,7307,6100.71
27Division ControllerFinancial Managers (11-3031)$124,190$156,460$202,7307,6100.71
28Assistant Plant ControllerFinancial Managers (11-3031)$124,190$156,460$202,7307,6100.71
29FP&A Manager (Operations)Financial Managers (11-3031)$124,190$156,460$202,7307,6100.71
30Senior Plant ControllerFinancial Managers (11-3031)$124,190$156,460$202,7307,6100.71
31Senior Cost AccountantFinancial Managers (11-3031)$124,190$156,460$202,7307,6100.71
32VP of Sales (Industrial)Sales Managers (11-2022)$114,390$155,810$212,1105,2600.65
33Regional Sales Manager / Technical Sales ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$114,390$155,810$212,1105,2600.65
34Director of SalesSales Managers (11-2022)$114,390$155,810$212,1105,2600.65
35National Sales ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$114,390$155,810$212,1105,2600.65
36Key Account ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$114,390$155,810$212,1105,2600.65
37National Account ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$114,390$155,810$212,1105,2600.65
38Business Development ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$114,390$155,810$212,1105,2600.65
39Territory Sales ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$114,390$155,810$212,1105,2600.65
40Channel / Distributor Sales ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$114,390$155,810$212,1105,2600.65
41Product Manager (Industrial)Sales Managers (11-2022)$114,390$155,810$212,1105,2600.65
42Field Service ManagerSales Managers (11-2022)$114,390$155,810$212,1105,2600.65
43Senior Applications EngineerSales Managers (11-2022)$114,390$155,810$212,1105,2600.65
44Lead Field Service EngineerSales Managers (11-2022)$114,390$155,810$212,1105,2600.65
45Traveling Field Service EngineerSales Managers (11-2022)$114,390$155,810$212,1105,2600.65
46PLC ProgrammerSoftware Developers (15-1252)$111,750$142,720$170,60021,8301.02
47MES EngineerSoftware Developers (15-1252)$111,750$142,720$170,60021,8301.02
48SCADA / HMI EngineerSoftware Developers (15-1252)$111,750$142,720$170,60021,8301.02
49Manufacturing Systems / OT EngineerSoftware Developers (15-1252)$111,750$142,720$170,60021,8301.02
50Firmware / Embedded EngineerSoftware Developers (15-1252)$111,750$142,720$170,60021,8301.02
51Plant HR ManagerHuman Resources Managers (11-3121)$112,850$140,570$174,0202,8101.01
52Purchasing ManagerPurchasing Managers (11-3061)$110,450$137,190$171,6209800.92
53Strategic Sourcing ManagerPurchasing Managers (11-3061)$110,450$137,190$171,6209800.92
54Procurement ManagerPurchasing Managers (11-3061)$110,450$137,190$171,6209800.92
55Director of ProcurementPurchasing Managers (11-3061)$110,450$137,190$171,6209800.92
56Commodity ManagerPurchasing Managers (11-3061)$110,450$137,190$171,6209800.92
57Manufacturing EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$100,850$128,290$165,7805,8101.26
58Process EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$100,850$128,290$165,7805,8101.26
59Industrial EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$100,850$128,290$165,7805,8101.26
60Yield Engineer (Semiconductor)Industrial Engineers (17-2112)$100,850$128,290$165,7805,8101.26
61Battery Cell Process EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$100,850$128,290$165,7805,8101.26
62Quality EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$100,850$128,290$165,7805,8101.26
63Supplier Quality EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$100,850$128,290$165,7805,8101.26
64Customer Quality EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$100,850$128,290$165,7805,8101.26
65Design Quality EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$100,850$128,290$165,7805,8101.26
66Validation EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$100,850$128,290$165,7805,8101.26
67Reliability EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$100,850$128,290$165,7805,8101.26
68Reliability ManagerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$100,850$128,290$165,7805,8101.26
69Continuous Improvement ManagerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$100,850$128,290$165,7805,8101.26
70Continuous Improvement EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$100,850$128,290$165,7805,8101.26
71Lean Six Sigma Black BeltIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$100,850$128,290$165,7805,8101.26
72Director of Operational ExcellenceIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$100,850$128,290$165,7805,8101.26
73Supplier Development EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$100,850$128,290$165,7805,8101.26
74Lean ManagerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$100,850$128,290$165,7805,8101.26
75Senior Manufacturing EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$100,850$128,290$165,7805,8101.26
76Senior Process EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$100,850$128,290$165,7805,8101.26
77Mold / Die Design EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$100,850$128,290$165,7805,8101.26
78Test EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$100,850$128,290$165,7805,8101.26
79Senior Quality EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$100,850$128,290$165,7805,8101.26
80Quality Engineering ManagerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$100,850$128,290$165,7805,8101.26
81Quality Systems Engineer / SpecialistIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$100,850$128,290$165,7805,8101.26
82Maintenance EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$100,850$128,290$165,7805,8101.26
83EHS EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$100,850$128,290$165,7805,8101.26
84VP of Operational ExcellenceIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$100,850$128,290$165,7805,8101.26
85Director of Continuous ImprovementIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$100,850$128,290$165,7805,8101.26
86Lean Specialist / CoordinatorIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$100,850$128,290$165,7805,8101.26
87Master Black BeltIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$100,850$128,290$165,7805,8101.26
88Senior Continuous Improvement EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$100,850$128,290$165,7805,8101.26
89Lead Continuous Improvement EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$100,850$128,290$165,7805,8101.26
90Supplier Development ManagerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$100,850$128,290$165,7805,8101.26
91Material Flow / Logistics EngineerIndustrial Engineers (17-2112)$100,850$128,290$165,7805,8101.26
92Sales EngineerSales Engineers (41-9031)$94,640$128,170$166,9505400.83
93Inside Sales EngineerSales Engineers (41-9031)$94,640$128,170$166,9505400.83
94Proposal / Quotation EngineerSales Engineers (41-9031)$94,640$128,170$166,9505400.83
95Regulatory Affairs ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$99,430$125,580$170,8707,6800.98
96EHS ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$99,430$125,580$170,8707,6800.98
97EHS DirectorManagers, All Other (11-9199)$99,430$125,580$170,8707,6800.98
98Safety ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$99,430$125,580$170,8707,6800.98
99Environmental ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$99,430$125,580$170,8707,6800.98
100Process Safety ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$99,430$125,580$170,8707,6800.98
101S&OP ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$99,430$125,580$170,8707,6800.98
102Trade Compliance ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$99,430$125,580$170,8707,6800.98
103Service / Aftermarket ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$99,430$125,580$170,8707,6800.98
104Environmental EngineerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$99,430$125,580$170,8707,6800.98
105Sustainability Manager / DirectorManagers, All Other (11-9199)$99,430$125,580$170,8707,6800.98
106Senior EHS ManagerManagers, All Other (11-9199)$99,430$125,580$170,8707,6800.98
107EHS CoordinatorManagers, All Other (11-9199)$99,430$125,580$170,8707,6800.98
108Director of PlanningManagers, All Other (11-9199)$99,430$125,580$170,8707,6800.98
109Controls EngineerElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$100,460$125,160$141,0102,5401.01
110Electrical Engineer (Plant)Electrical Engineers (17-2071)$100,460$125,160$141,0102,5401.01
111Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) EngineerElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$100,460$125,160$141,0102,5401.01
112Electrical Design EngineerElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$100,460$125,160$141,0102,5401.01
113Senior Controls EngineerElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$100,460$125,160$141,0102,5401.01
114Lead Controls TechnicianElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$100,460$125,160$141,0102,5401.01
115Panel Design Engineer (UL 508A)Electrical Engineers (17-2071)$100,460$125,160$141,0102,5401.01
116Lead Controls EngineerElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$100,460$125,160$141,0102,5401.01
117Controls SupervisorElectrical Engineers (17-2071)$100,460$125,160$141,0102,5401.01
118Automation EngineerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$96,210$123,220$157,0002,0301.04
119Robotics EngineerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$96,210$123,220$157,0002,0301.04
120Machine Vision EngineerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$96,210$123,220$157,0002,0301.04
121Product Development EngineerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$96,210$123,220$157,0002,0301.04
122Applications EngineerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$96,210$123,220$157,0002,0301.04
123Applications Engineering ManagerEngineers, All Other (17-2199)$96,210$123,220$157,0002,0301.04
124Materials EngineerMaterials Engineers (17-2131)$98,670$122,850$147,4201200.43
125Metallurgist / Metallurgical EngineerMaterials Engineers (17-2131)$98,670$122,850$147,4201200.43
126Polymer / Plastics EngineerMaterials Engineers (17-2131)$98,670$122,850$147,4201200.43
127Plant ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$95,460$119,420$145,9003,1501.01
128Plant Director / Site DirectorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$95,460$119,420$145,9003,1501.01
129Assistant Plant ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$95,460$119,420$145,9003,1501.01
130Operations ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$95,460$119,420$145,9003,1501.01
131Manufacturing ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$95,460$119,420$145,9003,1501.01
132Production ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$95,460$119,420$145,9003,1501.01
133Shift Manager (2nd / 3rd shift)Industrial Production Managers (11-3051)$95,460$119,420$145,9003,1501.01
134Plant Startup / Launch ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$95,460$119,420$145,9003,1501.01
135Sanitation ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$95,460$119,420$145,9003,1501.01
136VP of Quality / Chief Quality OfficerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$95,460$119,420$145,9003,1501.01
137Director of QualityIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$95,460$119,420$145,9003,1501.01
138Quality ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$95,460$119,420$145,9003,1501.01
139QC ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$95,460$119,420$145,9003,1501.01
140Supplier Quality ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$95,460$119,420$145,9003,1501.01
141Quality Systems ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$95,460$119,420$145,9003,1501.01
142FSQA ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$95,460$119,420$145,9003,1501.01
143FSQA DirectorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$95,460$119,420$145,9003,1501.01
144Food Safety Coordinator / SQF PractitionerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$95,460$119,420$145,9003,1501.01
145QA ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$95,460$119,420$145,9003,1501.01
146Production SuperintendentIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$95,460$119,420$145,9003,1501.01
147Area ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$95,460$119,420$145,9003,1501.01
148Value Stream ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$95,460$119,420$145,9003,1501.01
149Department ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$95,460$119,420$145,9003,1501.01
150Sanitation SupervisorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$95,460$119,420$145,9003,1501.01
151Bilingual Production SupervisorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$95,460$119,420$145,9003,1501.01
152Second Shift Production SupervisorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$95,460$119,420$145,9003,1501.01
153Third Shift Production SupervisorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$95,460$119,420$145,9003,1501.01
154QC Lab ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$95,460$119,420$145,9003,1501.01
155Validation / CQV ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$95,460$119,420$145,9003,1501.01
156CAPA ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$95,460$119,420$145,9003,1501.01
157Metrology / Calibration ManagerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$95,460$119,420$145,9003,1501.01
158Lead Quality EngineerIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$95,460$119,420$145,9003,1501.01
159Quality SupervisorIndustrial Production Managers (11-3051)$95,460$119,420$145,9003,1501.01
160Injection Molding Process EngineerChemical Engineers (17-2041)$95,300$116,950$138,1401400.53
161Extrusion Process EngineerChemical Engineers (17-2041)$95,300$116,950$138,1401400.53
162MS&T EngineerChemical Engineers (17-2041)$95,300$116,950$138,1401400.53
163Process Development EngineerChemical Engineers (17-2041)$95,300$116,950$138,1401400.53
164Tech Transfer EngineerChemical Engineers (17-2041)$95,300$116,950$138,1401400.53
165QC Microbiology ManagerMedical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists (19-1042)$83,680$111,030$168,2801,0300.47
166Facilities ManagerFacilities Managers (11-3013)$89,010$110,710$139,5601,8300.93
167Facilities EngineerFacilities Managers (11-3013)$89,010$110,710$139,5601,8300.93
168Utilities / Energy ManagerFacilities Managers (11-3013)$89,010$110,710$139,5601,8300.93
169Project Engineer / Capital Projects ManagerProject Management Specialists (13-1082)$81,260$105,480$134,27019,3801.44
170Program ManagerProject Management Specialists (13-1082)$81,260$105,480$134,27019,3801.44
171Formulation ChemistChemists (19-2031)$82,000$104,590$141,7207300.7
172VP of Supply Chain / Director of Supply ChainTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$83,200$103,520$135,3302,8601.02
173Supply Chain ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$83,200$103,520$135,3302,8601.02
174Materials ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$83,200$103,520$135,3302,8601.02
175Logistics ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$83,200$103,520$135,3302,8601.02
176Warehouse Manager / Distribution Center ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$83,200$103,520$135,3302,8601.02
177Chief Supply Chain OfficerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$83,200$103,520$135,3302,8601.02
178Category Manager (Direct Materials)Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$83,200$103,520$135,3302,8601.02
179Inventory Control ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$83,200$103,520$135,3302,8601.02
180Senior Production PlannerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$83,200$103,520$135,3302,8601.02
181Senior BuyerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$83,200$103,520$135,3302,8601.02
182Director of LogisticsTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$83,200$103,520$135,3302,8601.02
183Transportation ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$83,200$103,520$135,3302,8601.02
184Warehouse SupervisorTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$83,200$103,520$135,3302,8601.02
185Shipping & Receiving ManagerTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (11-3071)$83,200$103,520$135,3302,8601.02
186VP of OperationsGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$74,670$103,490$160,59036,1900.82
187VP of ManufacturingGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$74,670$103,490$160,59036,1900.82
188Regional VP of OperationsGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$74,670$103,490$160,59036,1900.82
189General Manager (Manufacturing)General and Operations Managers (11-1021)$74,670$103,490$160,59036,1900.82
190Director of OperationsGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$74,670$103,490$160,59036,1900.82
191EVP / SVP OperationsGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$74,670$103,490$160,59036,1900.82
192Division / Business Unit General ManagerGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$74,670$103,490$160,59036,1900.82
193Director of ManufacturingGeneral and Operations Managers (11-1021)$74,670$103,490$160,59036,1900.82
194Packaging EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$91,270$103,470$130,2302,9200.78
195Tooling EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$91,270$103,470$130,2302,9200.78
196Welding EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$91,270$103,470$130,2302,9200.78
197Plant EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$91,270$103,470$130,2302,9200.78
198Mechanical Design EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$91,270$103,470$130,2302,9200.78
199Packaging Development EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$91,270$103,470$130,2302,9200.78
200Plant Engineering ManagerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$91,270$103,470$130,2302,9200.78
201Mechanical EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$91,270$103,470$130,2302,9200.78
202Product Design EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$91,270$103,470$130,2302,9200.78
203Product EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$91,270$103,470$130,2302,9200.78
204Systems EngineerMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$91,270$103,470$130,2302,9200.78
205CAD Designer / DrafterMechanical Engineers (17-2141)$91,270$103,470$130,2302,9200.78
206Industrial ElectricianElectricians (47-2111)$79,110$101,310$121,68010,5901.11
207Safety Specialist / CoordinatorOccupational Health and Safety Specialists (19-5011)$74,150$95,240$112,1801,8201.02
208Industrial HygienistOccupational Health and Safety Specialists (19-5011)$74,150$95,240$112,1801,8201.02
209Environmental Permitting SpecialistOccupational Health and Safety Specialists (19-5011)$74,150$95,240$112,1801,8201.02
210PLC / Controls TechnicianElectrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094)$80,520$91,910$97,7608401.02
211Robotics TechnicianElectrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094)$80,520$91,910$97,7608401.02
212Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) TechnicianElectrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094)$80,520$91,910$97,7608401.02
213Semiconductor Equipment TechnicianElectrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094)$80,520$91,910$97,7608401.02
214Chemical OperatorChemical Plant and System Operators (51-8091)$76,420$87,110$100,8001200.56
215Control Room (DCS) OperatorChemical Plant and System Operators (51-8091)$76,420$87,110$100,8001200.56
216Maintenance ManagerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$70,490$86,970$107,4807,1200.91
217Director of MaintenanceFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$70,490$86,970$107,4807,1200.91
218Maintenance SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$70,490$86,970$107,4807,1200.91
219Maintenance & Engineering ManagerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$70,490$86,970$107,4807,1200.91
220Asset Management / CMMS ManagerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$70,490$86,970$107,4807,1200.91
221Tool Room ManagerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$70,490$86,970$107,4807,1200.91
222Lead Maintenance TechnicianFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$70,490$86,970$107,4807,1200.91
223Senior Reliability EngineerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$70,490$86,970$107,4807,1200.91
224Lead Reliability EngineerFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)$70,490$86,970$107,4807,1200.91
225Cost AccountantAccountants and Auditors (13-2011)$74,350$85,800$104,15014,9200.81
226Cost Accounting ManagerAccountants and Auditors (13-2011)$74,350$85,800$104,15014,9200.81
227Senior Cost AnalystAccountants and Auditors (13-2011)$74,350$85,800$104,15014,9200.81
228Inventory AccountantAccountants and Auditors (13-2011)$74,350$85,800$104,15014,9200.81
229Overhead Crane Operator & RiggerCrane and Tower Operators (53-7021)$63,190$83,260$122,5003400.63
230Quality Auditor / Lead AuditorCompliance Officers (13-1041)$64,130$82,990$102,9605,3601.02
231Document Control ManagerCompliance Officers (13-1041)$64,130$82,990$102,9605,3601.02
232Regulatory Compliance ManagerCompliance Officers (13-1041)$64,130$82,990$102,9605,3601.02
233Food ScientistFood Scientists and Technologists (19-1012)$68,150$81,660$98,6302701.64
234Product Development ScientistFood Scientists and Technologists (19-1012)$68,150$81,660$98,6302701.64
235NDT TechnicianEngineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other (17-3029)$60,060$76,960$86,4901,0101.33
236Field Service EngineerIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$62,260$75,670$86,2507,0701.27
237Industrial Maintenance TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$62,260$75,670$86,2507,0701.27
238Packaging TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$62,260$75,670$86,2507,0701.27
239Line TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$62,260$75,670$86,2507,0701.27
240Maintenance MechanicIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$62,260$75,670$86,2507,0701.27
241Multi-Craft Maintenance TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$62,260$75,670$86,2507,0701.27
242Hydraulic / Fluid Power TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$62,260$75,670$86,2507,0701.27
243Boiler Operator / Stationary Engineer (Plant Utilities)Industrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$62,260$75,670$86,2507,0701.27
244Predictive Maintenance (PdM) TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$62,260$75,670$86,2507,0701.27
245Forklift / Material Handling Equipment TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$62,260$75,670$86,2507,0701.27
246Maintenance Technician AIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$62,260$75,670$86,2507,0701.27
247Maintenance Technician BIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$62,260$75,670$86,2507,0701.27
248Maintenance Technician CIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$62,260$75,670$86,2507,0701.27
249Traveling MillwrightIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$62,260$75,670$86,2507,0701.27
250Filler OperatorIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$62,260$75,670$86,2507,0701.27
251Packaging OperatorIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$62,260$75,670$86,2507,0701.27
252End-of-Line Operator (palletizer and robot cell)Industrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$62,260$75,670$86,2507,0701.27
253Lead Packaging TechnicianIndustrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)$62,260$75,670$86,2507,0701.27
254CNC ProgrammerComputer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers (51-9162)$63,890$75,150$87,5605001.38
255Buyer / Senior BuyerBuyers and Purchasing Agents (13-1020)$56,600$75,050$98,1107,0901.14
256Tool and Die MakerTool and Die Makers (51-4111)$53,650$73,930$85,8503000.41
257Mold MakerTool and Die Makers (51-4111)$53,650$73,930$85,8503000.41
258Production SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$58,960$73,580$87,7408,1800.96
259Line LeadFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$58,960$73,580$87,7408,1800.96
260Shift SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$58,960$73,580$87,7408,1800.96
261Packaging SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$58,960$73,580$87,7408,1800.96
262Production Team LeadFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$58,960$73,580$87,7408,1800.96
263CNC Machining SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$58,960$73,580$87,7408,1800.96
264Welding SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$58,960$73,580$87,7408,1800.96
265Packaging Maintenance SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011)$58,960$73,580$87,7408,1800.96
266MillwrightMillwrights (49-9044)$61,350$70,700$88,6604600.89
267Calibration TechnicianCalibration Technologists and Technicians (17-3028)$59,520$68,830$76,9801700.79
268Electromechanical / Mechatronics TechnicianElectro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians (17-3024)$45,450$67,140$74,4301600.82
269CNC MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$52,930$63,820$76,0702,7600.76
2705-Axis CNC MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$52,930$63,820$76,0702,7600.76
271Swiss CNC MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$52,930$63,820$76,0702,7600.76
272CNC Machine OperatorMachinists (51-4041)$52,930$63,820$76,0702,7600.76
273Horizontal Boring Mill (HBM) MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$52,930$63,820$76,0702,7600.76
274Manual MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$52,930$63,820$76,0702,7600.76
275EDM Machinist (Wire and Sinker)Machinists (51-4041)$52,930$63,820$76,0702,7600.76
276CNC Grinder / Precision GrinderMachinists (51-4041)$52,930$63,820$76,0702,7600.76
277Lead MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$52,930$63,820$76,0702,7600.76
278Machinist AMachinists (51-4041)$52,930$63,820$76,0702,7600.76
279Machinist BMachinists (51-4041)$52,930$63,820$76,0702,7600.76
280Machinist CMachinists (51-4041)$52,930$63,820$76,0702,7600.76
281Senior CNC MachinistMachinists (51-4041)$52,930$63,820$76,0702,7600.76
282Skilled Mechanical AssemblerEngine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$54,860$63,420$66,3201100.26
283Electronics Test TechnicianEngine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$54,860$63,420$66,3201100.26
284Machine Builder (equipment OEM assembly fitter)Engine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$54,860$63,420$66,3201100.26
285Cleanroom Assembler (Medical Device)Engine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$54,860$63,420$66,3201100.26
286Senior Electronics Test TechnicianEngine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$54,860$63,420$66,3201100.26
287Lead Mechanical AssemblerEngine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031)$54,860$63,420$66,3201100.26
288Semiconductor Fab TechnicianSemiconductor Processing Technicians (51-9141)$59,040$63,330$80,4506,62016.63
289Industrial Refrigeration (Ammonia) TechnicianHeating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers (49-9021)$56,340$62,940$78,8903,9800.77
290Logistics SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors (53-1047)$50,460$61,540$77,9608,1201.03
291Shipping SupervisorFirst-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors (53-1047)$50,460$61,540$77,9608,1201.03
292Maintenance Planner / SchedulerProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$50,320$60,790$69,2402,7900.56
293Production Planner / Master SchedulerProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$50,320$60,790$69,2402,7900.56
294Inventory Control SpecialistProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$50,320$60,790$69,2402,7900.56
295Demand PlannerProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$50,320$60,790$69,2402,7900.56
296Supply PlannerProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$50,320$60,790$69,2402,7900.56
297Production SchedulerProduction, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061)$50,320$60,790$69,2402,7900.56
298Production Welder (MIG)Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$49,690$59,450$66,5705,2401
299TIG WelderWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$49,690$59,450$66,5705,2401
300Code Welder (ASME / Pressure Vessel)Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$49,690$59,450$66,5705,2401
301Welder-FabricatorWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$49,690$59,450$66,5705,2401
302Fitter / Layout FitterWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$49,690$59,450$66,5705,2401
303Sheet Metal FabricatorWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$49,690$59,450$66,5705,2401
304Laser / Plasma / Waterjet Cutting OperatorWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$49,690$59,450$66,5705,2401
305Heat Treat TechnicianWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$49,690$59,450$66,5705,2401
306Plating / Anodizing TechnicianWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$49,690$59,450$66,5705,2401
307Industrial Painter / Powder Coat TechnicianWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$49,690$59,450$66,5705,2401
308Foundry Molder / Melt OperatorWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$49,690$59,450$66,5705,2401
309Lead WelderWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)$49,690$59,450$66,5705,2401
310Robotic Welding TechnicianWelding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders (51-4122)$48,530$58,650$70,3902500.63
311Aircraft Structures AssemblerAircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers (51-2011)$49,630$58,050$98,1305601.31
312QC Lab TechnicianChemical Technicians (19-4031)$46,430$57,960$64,7803400.46
313CNC Setup MachinistComputer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators (51-9161)$47,320$56,670$64,4202,9201.36
314GMP Manufacturing TechnicianChemical Equipment Operators and Tenders (51-9011)$47,660$56,510$67,0109500.54
315Aseptic Fill OperatorChemical Equipment Operators and Tenders (51-9011)$47,660$56,510$67,0109500.54
316Quality InspectorInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$45,750$54,120$65,9305,6900.75
317Quality TechnicianInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$45,750$54,120$65,9305,6900.75
318CMM ProgrammerInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$45,750$54,120$65,9305,6900.75
319Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$45,750$54,120$65,9305,6900.75
320Food Safety / QA TechnicianInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$45,750$54,120$65,9305,6900.75
321First Article InspectorInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$45,750$54,120$65,9305,6900.75
322Receiving / Source InspectorInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$45,750$54,120$65,9305,6900.75
323Metrology TechnicianInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$45,750$54,120$65,9305,6900.75
324Microbiology Lab TechnicianInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$45,750$54,120$65,9305,6900.75
325Environmental Monitoring TechnicianInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$45,750$54,120$65,9305,6900.75
326Lead Quality InspectorInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$45,750$54,120$65,9305,6900.75
327Senior CMM ProgrammerInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061)$45,750$54,120$65,9305,6900.75
328Press Brake OperatorCutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4031)$48,070$53,680$59,5501,1800.55
329Die Setter (Stamping)Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4031)$48,070$53,680$59,5501,1800.55
330Bioprocess TechnicianBiological Technicians (19-4021)$47,940$52,190$64,1001,5901.81
331Certified Forklift OperatorIndustrial Truck and Tractor Operators (53-7051)$47,040$50,760$58,9208,5600.87
332Composite TechnicianFiberglass Laminators and Fabricators (51-2051)$38,790$49,850$55,6201600.8
333Extrusion TechnicianExtruding and Drawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4021)$45,860$49,650$63,5004400.57
334Flexographic Press OperatorPrinting Press Operators (51-5112)$40,620$48,760$58,3901,3300.73
335Electronics Assembler / SoldererElectrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers (51-2028)$44,790$47,640$53,3303,5301.13
336Wire Harness & Cable AssemblerElectrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers (51-2028)$44,790$47,640$53,3303,5301.13
337SMT TechnicianElectrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers (51-2028)$44,790$47,640$53,3303,5301.13
338Control Panel BuilderElectrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers (51-2028)$44,790$47,640$53,3303,5301.13
339Shipping & Receiving LeadShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$40,010$47,540$56,13011,2101.08
340Hazmat Shipping SpecialistShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$40,010$47,540$56,13011,2101.08
341Warehouse LeadShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$40,010$47,540$56,13011,2101.08
342Skilled Material Handler (ERP / MRP transactions, line feeding)Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$40,010$47,540$56,13011,2101.08
343Production / Material ExpediterShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$40,010$47,540$56,13011,2101.08
344Kitting LeadShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$40,010$47,540$56,13011,2101.08
345Inventory Control LeadShipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071)$40,010$47,540$56,13011,2101.08
346Production TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$39,790$47,180$51,7102,5300.79
347Setup TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$39,790$47,180$51,7102,5300.79
348Process TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$39,790$47,180$51,7102,5300.79
349Battery Cell Production TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$39,790$47,180$51,7102,5300.79
350CIP TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$39,790$47,180$51,7102,5300.79
351Skilled Machine OperatorProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$39,790$47,180$51,7102,5300.79
352Utility / Relief OperatorProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$39,790$47,180$51,7102,5300.79
353Production Trainer (OJT Trainer)Production Workers, All Other (51-9199)$39,790$47,180$51,7102,5300.79
354Senior Production TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$39,790$47,180$51,7102,5300.79
355Lead Production TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$39,790$47,180$51,7102,5300.79
356Converting Operator (slitter, laminator, bag machine, die cutter)Production Workers, All Other (51-9199)$39,790$47,180$51,7102,5300.79
357Batch Maker / CompounderProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$39,790$47,180$51,7102,5300.79
358Paper Machine Operator (Machine Tender)Production Workers, All Other (51-9199)$39,790$47,180$51,7102,5300.79
359Industrial Wastewater Treatment OperatorProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$39,790$47,180$51,7102,5300.79
360Solid Dose Operator (granulation, compression, encapsulation, coating)Production Workers, All Other (51-9199)$39,790$47,180$51,7102,5300.79
361Retort / Thermal Process OperatorProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$39,790$47,180$51,7102,5300.79
362Brewer / Cellar OperatorProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$39,790$47,180$51,7102,5300.79
363Senior Process TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$39,790$47,180$51,7102,5300.79
364Lead Process TechnicianProduction Workers, All Other (51-9199)$39,790$47,180$51,7102,5300.79
365Injection Molding TechnicianMolding, Coremaking, and Casting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4072)$37,550$46,200$59,0401,7800.93
366Sanitation TechnicianJanitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners (37-2011)$36,080$39,340$46,65025,8900.93
367Sanitation LeadJanitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners (37-2011)$36,080$39,340$46,65025,8900.93
368Food Process OperatorFood Processing Workers, All Other (51-3099)$35,210$38,170$45,1807600.92

What should you know about metros in Oregon?

Albany, ORAll roles in this metro Bend, ORAll roles in this metro Corvallis, ORAll roles in this metro Eugene-Springfield, ORAll roles in this metro Grants Pass, ORAll roles in this metro Medford, ORAll roles in this metro Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WAAll roles in this metro Salem, ORAll roles in this metro

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Area: Oregon. Official area tables. Released 2026-05-15. LQ is employment concentration, not a wage index.

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What does this data mean for your opening?

Manufacturing Headhunters reviews Oregon's manufacturing compensation based on May 2025 BLS data. The CEO / President category in Oregon reports a median of $341,630, which is higher than the national median of $213,990. The middle band width for this executive position in the state is $303,930.

Manufacturing Engineering Managers report a median of $177,190, compared to the national median of $171,270. The CFO role in the state has a median of $156,460, whereas the national median is $166,570. The middle band width for the CFO in Oregon is $78,540. Sanitation Technicians earn a median of $39,340, with a middle band width of $10,570. Food Process Operators report a median of $38,170, slightly lower than the national median of $39,680. These figures represent base salary and exclude variables such as equity, bonuses, or additional benefits. The location quotient identifies the concentration of these jobs relative to the national total. Regional context is provided by metro comparisons in Bend and Albany. , Dairy Product Manufacturing) are national aggregates only, they should not be treated as local industry benchmarks. Hiring managers should note that these broad occupational categories require a careful review of plant-specific tasks versus the SOC definition. The middle band width provides a view into wage variance within each role. These data points serve as a baseline for talent strategy, reflecting the most current available findings from the BLS. Hiring managers should combine these occupational medians with internal equity metrics and total rewards packages to set effective compensation levels. The analysis does not attempt to estimate topcoded data, focusing on the specific statistics from the May 2025 release.

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What is the limitation of the subsector industry wages?

These industry cuts are national only and do not reflect specific pay scales in Oregon. Do not use them as local industry benchmarks.

How do I account for the high CEO median in Oregon?

High-level executive pay is highly variable and sensitive to company size, industry, and organizational performance within the state, resulting in a significantly different median than the national benchmark.

Are the band widths helpful for negotiating?

Yes: The middle band width defines the range for the middle 50% of the market, which gives you a clear sense of the typical pay distribution for these roles.

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