Factory supervisor demographics and statistics in the US
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Factory supervisor gender statistics
18.4% of factory supervisors are women and 81.6% of factory supervisors are men.
- Male, 81.6%
- Female, 18.4%
Factory supervisor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 81.6% |
| Female | 18.4% |
Factory supervisor gender pay gap
Women earn 89¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$100,459
Female income
$89,579
Factory supervisor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in factory supervisor positions over time. Currently, 18.4% of factory supervisors are female.
Factory supervisor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 84.57% | 15.43% |
| 2011 | 84.44% | 15.56% |
| 2012 | 85.00% | 15.00% |
| 2013 | 85.28% | 14.72% |
| 2014 | 84.85% | 15.15% |
| 2015 | 84.00% | 16.00% |
| 2016 | 84.39% | 15.61% |
| 2017 | 84.16% | 15.84% |
| 2018 | 82.82% | 17.18% |
| 2019 | 83.94% | 16.06% |
| 2020 | 82.68% | 17.32% |
| 2021 | 81.63% | 18.37% |
Factory supervisor related jobs gender ratio
We compared factory supervisors with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, pressroom foreman and tubing supervisor have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Word Processing Supervisor | 13% | 88% |
| Dental Laboratory Supervisor | 21% | 79% |
| Embroidery Supervisor | 24% | 76% |
| Factory Supervisor | 82% | 18% |
| Machine Shop Foreman | 98% | 2% |
| Tubing Supervisor | 98% | 2% |
| Pressroom Foreman | 99% | 1% |
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Factory supervisor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among factory supervisors is White, which makes up 63.4% of all factory supervisors. Comparatively, 15.3% of factory supervisors are Hispanic or Latino and 10.5% of factory supervisors are Black or African American.
- White, 63.4%
- Hispanic or Latino, 15.3%
- Black or African American, 10.5%
- Asian, 5.7%
- Unknown, 4.4%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Factory supervisor race
| Factory supervisor race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 63.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 15.3% |
| Black or African American | 10.5% |
| Asian | 5.7% |
| Unknown | 4.4% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Factory supervisor race and ethnicity over time
See how factory supervisor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Factory supervisor race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 70.03% | 10.06% | 4.99% | 12.69% |
| 2011 | 70.21% | 9.96% | 4.94% | 12.76% |
| 2012 | 69.49% | 9.97% | 4.92% | 13.28% |
| 2013 | 70.84% | 9.07% | 5.12% | 12.87% |
| 2014 | 69.20% | 9.47% | 5.35% | 13.56% |
| 2015 | 69.25% | 9.67% | 5.05% | 13.83% |
| 2016 | 68.28% | 9.68% | 5.18% | 14.54% |
| 2017 | 67.71% | 10.27% | 5.69% | 13.75% |
| 2018 | 69.00% | 9.40% | 5.27% | 14.09% |
| 2019 | 67.31% | 9.94% | 5.52% | 14.85% |
| 2020 | 66.21% | 9.55% | 5.68% | 14.03% |
| 2021 | 63.35% | 10.54% | 5.68% | 15.27% |
Factory supervisor wage gap by race
According to our data, white factory supervisors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american factory supervisors have the lowest average salary at $95,919.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $98,548 |
| White | $103,980 |
| Black or African American | $95,919 |
| Asian | $103,776 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $100,312 |
Average factory supervisor age
See how the average age of factory supervisors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Factory supervisor age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 48 | 48 |
| Unknown | 45 | 44 |
| Asian | 45.5 | 47 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 45 | 45 |
| White | 48 | 49 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 48 |
Factory supervisor age breakdown
The average age of factory supervisors is 40+ years years old, representing 71% of the factory supervisor population.
Factory supervisor age breakdown
| Factory Supervisor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 71% |
| 30-40 years | 23% |
| 20-30 years | 6% |
Factory supervisor educational attainment
The most common degree for factory supervisors is bachelor's degree, with 44% of factory supervisors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 21% and associate degree degree at 19%.
- Bachelor's, 44%
- Associate, 21%
- High School Diploma, 19%
- Diploma, 6%
- Other Degrees, 10%
Factory supervisors by degree level
| Factory supervisor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 44% |
| Associate | 21% |
| High School Diploma | 19% |
| Diploma | 6% |
| Other Degrees | 10% |
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Factory supervisor wage gap by degree level
According to the data, factory supervisors with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $120,984 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, factory supervisors earn a median annual income of $106,245 compared to $95,592 for factory supervisors with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $120,984 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $87,424 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $106,245 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $95,592 |
Factory supervisor employment statistics
Most factory supervisors work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where factory supervisors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where factory supervisors work.
Factory supervisor jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 7% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 15% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 25% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 3% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 24% |
| > 10,000 employees | 25% |
Factory supervisor jobs by company type
Employees with the factory supervisor job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most factory supervisors prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Factory supervisor jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 2% |
| Public | 24% |
| Private | 67% |
| Government | 7% |
Factory supervisor jobs by industry
The most common industries for factory supervisors are manufacturing, professional and automotive.
Factory supervisor industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 25% |
| Fortune 500 | 9% |
| Professional | 9% |
| Automotive | 8% |
| Finance | 6% |
| Government | 6% |
| Technology | 6% |
| Transportation | 5% |
| Health Care | 5% |
| Construction | 5% |
| Media | 3% |
| Start-up | 3% |
| Telecommunication | 3% |
| Pharmaceutical | 2% |
| Education | 2% |
| Non Profits | 2% |
| Retail | 2% |
| Insurance | 2% |
Factory supervisor turnover and employment statistics
Factory supervisor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for factory supervisors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Factory supervisor unemployment rate by year
| Year | Factory supervisor unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.60% |
| 2011 | 6.12% |
| 2012 | 4.56% |
| 2013 | 3.89% |
| 2014 | 2.82% |
| 2015 | 2.49% |
| 2016 | 2.43% |
| 2017 | 1.97% |
| 2018 | 1.74% |
| 2019 | 1.98% |
| 2020 | 3.23% |
| 2021 | 3.00% |
Average factory supervisor tenure
The average factory supervisor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 175 factory supervisors resumes in Zippia's database.
Factory supervisor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 17% |
| 1-2 years | 35% |
| 3-4 years | 16% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 3% |
| 11+ years | 15% |
Factory supervisor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of factory supervisors that are members of the LGBT community. You can see how this compares to similar jobs in the chart below.
| Job title | LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Utility Operator | 2.37% | 67,565 |
| Numerical Control Operator | 2.83% | 85,068 |
| Inspector General | 3.84% | 58,208 |
| Laundry Attendant | 5.06% | 49,030 |
| Factory Supervisor | 5.63% | - |
| Petroleum Supply Specialist | 9.20% | 17,014 |
| Scanner Operator | 20.58% | 29,750 |
Similar factory supervisor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Utility Operator | 2.37% | 67,565 |
| Numerical Control Operator | 2.83% | 85,068 |
| Inspector General | 3.84% | 58,208 |
| Laundry Attendant | 5.06% | 49,030 |
| Petroleum Supply Specialist | 9.20% | 17,014 |
| Scanner Operator | 20.58% | 29,750 |
Foreign languages spoken by factory supervisors
The most common foreign language among factory supervisors is Chinese at 16.7%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is German at 16.7% and Japanese is the third-most popular at 16.7%.
- Chinese, 16.7%
- German, 16.7%
- Japanese, 16.7%
- Spanish, 16.7%
- Mandarin, 16.7%
- Other, 16.5%
Factory supervisor languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Chinese | 16.7% |
| German | 16.7% |
| Japanese | 16.7% |
| Spanish | 16.7% |
| Mandarin | 16.7% |
| Other | 16.5% |