How much does a Production Manager make?

The average salary for a Production Manager is $82,529 per year in United States. Salaries estimates are based on 11293 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by a Production Manager employees in United States.

The highest salary for a Production Manager in United States is $106,937 per year.

The lowest salary for a Production Manager in United States is $63,956 per year.

If you are thinking of becoming a Production Manager or planning the next step in your career, find details about the role, the career path and salary trajectory of a Production Manager.

Salaries for production managers are on par with other industrial production leaders. Earning a certification from the American Society of Quality (ASQ) or from various levels of Six Sigma (a set of management techniques designed to reduce the frequency of errors) may increase a candidate’s job options and pay. A minimum of a bachelor’s degree and some relevant work experience in a plant setting is typically required. Candidates with more than the minimum experience can often expect higher compensation.

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The salary of a production manager varies, but around 70% are happy with the amount they make. On top of a production manager's regular salary, potential bonuses and profit sharing can provide an additional $6,490.80 in pay.

The amount you'll make varies over time throughout your career and depends on experience, skills, and education. If you choose to follow a typical production manager career path, you can expect to make between $50,862.75 and $134,637.54, with an average salary of approximately $76,037.70. After 2 to 4 years following the typical production manager career path, you may want to take the next step and apply for Senior Production Manager roles.

Do you want to make a higher salary as a production manager? Here's how to make yourself a great candidate for naturally high-paying roles. In terms of education, it's a good idea to have a bachelor's degree in a relevant subject, such as Business Administration or Manufacturing Management, and perhaps a master's degree in Operations Management. To stand out more, try getting a professional certification, like the Planning and Inventory Management certification offered by the Association for Supply Chain Management. You should also ensure that you're proficient in Microsoft Office, and that you have experience in managing a team. Finally, practice soft skills such as communication and self-organization.

Knowing how to negotiate a higher salary is an important skill to learn. Whether you've just started browsing production manager jobs or want a raise in your current role, here's what to do. First, research what figure to ask for. When making this decision, browse job listings and identify what others with your qualifications and experience are making. If you're not sure, 10% is a good figure to ask for. Next, make a list of the evidence you want to present during the negotiation. This could be qualifications or certifications you've gained, professional successes, and anything you feel makes you stand out as a candidate.