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Industrial Production Managers

Median Salary
116,970
Job Outlook
+3%

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Plan, direct, or coordinate the work activities and resources necessary for manufacturing products in accordance with cost, quality, and quantity specifications.

What sectors do they work in?

Private for profit

90%

Self-employed

6%

Private not for profit

3%

State and local government

1%

Federal Government

0%

What is the job outlook?

Employment of industrial production managers is projected to grow 3 percent from 2023 to 2033, about as fast as the average for all occupations. About 17,100 openings for industrial production managers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$96,000

10%

$116,970

Median

$150,620

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • High school

    29%

  • Bachelor's degree

    25%

  • Post-secondary certificate

    16%

  • Some college

    11%

  • Associate's degree

    8%

  • Less than high school

    5%

  • Post baccalaureate

    2%

  • Master's degree

    1%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Business Administration and Management, General
  • Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Business/Commerce, General
  • Operations Management and Supervision
  • Science/Technology Management
  • Engineering/Industrial Management
  • Clinical and Industrial Drug Development
  • Industrial and Physical Pharmacy and Cosmetic Sciences

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Verbal Skills

    High

  • Leadership

    High

  • Math and Science Skills

    High

  • Technology Design and Control

    High

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    High

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Mid

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Production and Processing
  • Administration and Management
  • Education and Training
  • Personnel and Human Resources
  • Engineering and Technology

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    High

  • Time Pressure

    High

  • Responsibility

    High

  • Decision Making

    High

  • Repetitiveness

    Mid

  • Physical Activity

    Mid

  • Level Of Competition

    Mid

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Enterprising

You love taking risks in business or personal projects — and have the leadership skills to back it up.

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

Realistic

You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.

RIASEC represents six broad interest areas—Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and Conventional—helping individuals identify careers that match their skills and preferences.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.