As of May 18, 2021, the average annual salary for Production Operator in the US is $51,868, equivalent to $25 per hour, $997 weekly, or $4,322 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Production Operator in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Production Operator in the US vary widely, spanning from $41,167 to $61,795. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($46,267) and 75th percentile ($57,064), while top earners (90th percentile) make $61,795 per year. This $10,797 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Troubleshooting or Continuous Improvement, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Production Operator often earn 11.3% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 84 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Production Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Production Operator Salary $41,167 US May 18, 2021
25th Percentile Production Operator Salary $46,267 US May 18, 2021
50th Percentile Production Operator Salary $51,868 US May 18, 2021
75th Percentile Production Operator Salary $57,064 US May 18, 2021
90th Percentile Production Operator Salary $61,795 US May 18, 2021
25% $46,267 10% $41,167 90% $61,795 75% $57,064 $51,868 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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