First-line production supervisor demographics and statistics in the US
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First-line production supervisor demographics by:
First-line production supervisor gender statistics
21.2% of first-line production supervisors are women and 78.8% of first-line production supervisors are men.
- Male, 78.8%
- Female, 21.2%
First-line production supervisor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 78.8% |
| Female | 21.2% |
First-line production supervisor gender pay gap
Women earn 90¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$69,844
Female income
$62,685
First-line production supervisor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in first-line production supervisor positions over time. Currently, 21.2% of first-line production supervisors are female.
First-line production supervisor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 82.06% | 17.94% |
| 2011 | 81.91% | 18.09% |
| 2012 | 82.55% | 17.45% |
| 2013 | 82.86% | 17.14% |
| 2014 | 82.38% | 17.62% |
| 2015 | 81.42% | 18.58% |
| 2016 | 81.86% | 18.14% |
| 2017 | 81.60% | 18.40% |
| 2018 | 80.10% | 19.90% |
| 2019 | 81.35% | 18.65% |
| 2020 | 79.94% | 20.06% |
| 2021 | 78.77% | 21.23% |
First-line production supervisor related jobs gender ratio
We compared first-line production 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% |
| First-Line Production Supervisor | 79% | 21% |
| Machine Shop Foreman | 98% | 2% |
| Tubing Supervisor | 98% | 2% |
| Pressroom Foreman | 99% | 1% |
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First-line production supervisor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among first-line production supervisors is White, which makes up 60.3% of all first-line production supervisors. Comparatively, 17.7% of first-line production supervisors are Hispanic or Latino and 12.5% of first-line production supervisors are Black or African American.
- White, 60.3%
- Hispanic or Latino, 17.7%
- Black or African American, 12.5%
- Asian, 4.7%
- Unknown, 4.1%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
First-line production supervisor race
| First-line production supervisor race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 60.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 17.7% |
| Black or African American | 12.5% |
| Asian | 4.7% |
| Unknown | 4.1% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
First-line production supervisor race and ethnicity over time
See how first-line production supervisor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
First-line production supervisor race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 66.99% | 12.06% | 3.96% | 15.13% |
| 2011 | 67.17% | 11.96% | 3.91% | 15.20% |
| 2012 | 66.46% | 11.96% | 3.89% | 15.72% |
| 2013 | 67.80% | 11.07% | 4.09% | 15.31% |
| 2014 | 66.17% | 11.47% | 4.31% | 16.00% |
| 2015 | 66.21% | 11.67% | 4.02% | 16.27% |
| 2016 | 65.25% | 11.68% | 4.14% | 16.99% |
| 2017 | 64.68% | 12.27% | 4.66% | 16.20% |
| 2018 | 65.96% | 11.40% | 4.24% | 16.54% |
| 2019 | 64.27% | 11.94% | 4.49% | 17.29% |
| 2020 | 63.17% | 11.54% | 4.64% | 16.47% |
| 2021 | 60.31% | 12.53% | 4.65% | 17.71% |
First-line production supervisor wage gap by race
According to our data, white first-line production supervisors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american first-line production supervisors have the lowest average salary at $66,862.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $68,590 |
| White | $72,151 |
| Black or African American | $66,862 |
| Asian | $72,018 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $69,747 |
Average first-line production supervisor age
See how the average age of first-line production supervisors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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First-line production 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 |
First-line production supervisor age breakdown
The average age of first-line production supervisors is 40+ years years old, representing 71% of the first-line production supervisor population.
First-line production supervisor age breakdown
| First-Line Production Supervisor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 71% |
| 30-40 years | 23% |
| 20-30 years | 6% |
First-line production supervisor educational attainment
The most common degree for first-line production supervisors is bachelor's degree, with 52% of first-line production supervisors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are high school diploma degree at 20% and high school diploma degree at 17%.
- Bachelor's, 52%
- High School Diploma, 20%
- Associate, 17%
- Diploma, 8%
- Other Degrees, 3%
First-line production supervisors by degree level
| First-line production supervisor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 52% |
| High School Diploma | 20% |
| Associate | 17% |
| Diploma | 8% |
| Other Degrees | 3% |
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First-line production supervisor wage gap by degree level
According to the data, first-line production supervisors with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $83,233 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, first-line production supervisors earn a median annual income of $73,633 compared to $66,647 for first-line production supervisors with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $83,233 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $61,262 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $73,633 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $66,647 |
First-line production supervisor employment statistics
Most first-line production supervisors work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where first-line production supervisors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where first-line production supervisors work.
First-line production supervisor jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 4% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 16% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 21% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 23% |
| > 10,000 employees | 29% |
First-line production supervisor jobs by company type
Employees with the first-line production supervisor job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most first-line production supervisors prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
First-line production supervisor jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 2% |
| Public | 28% |
| Private | 68% |
| Government | 2% |
First-line production supervisor jobs by industry
The most common industries for first-line production supervisors are manufacturing, professional and retail.
First-line production supervisor industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 21% |
| Fortune 500 | 14% |
| Professional | 11% |
| Retail | 8% |
| Energy | 7% |
| Construction | 6% |
| Automotive | 5% |
| Technology | 5% |
| Media | 3% |
| Pharmaceutical | 3% |
| Hospitality | 3% |
| Agriculture | 3% |
| Government | 2% |
| Non Profits | 2% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Education | 2% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
First-line production supervisor turnover and employment statistics
First-line production supervisor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for first-line production supervisors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
First-line production supervisor unemployment rate by year
| Year | First-line production 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 first-line production supervisor tenure
The average first-line production supervisor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 160 first-line production supervisors resumes in Zippia's database.
First-line production supervisor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 11% |
| 1-2 years | 32% |
| 3-4 years | 20% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 15% |
First-line production supervisor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of first-line production 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 Programmer | 2.83% | 44,787 |
| Parts Inspector | 3.84% | 39,210 |
| Laundry Aide | 5.06% | 45,254 |
| First-Line Production Supervisor | 5.63% | - |
| Petroleum Supply Specialist | 9.20% | 17,014 |
| Scanner | 20.58% | 12,763 |
Similar first-line production supervisor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Utility Operator | 2.37% | 67,565 |
| Numerical Control Programmer | 2.83% | 44,787 |
| Parts Inspector | 3.84% | 39,210 |
| Laundry Aide | 5.06% | 45,254 |
| Petroleum Supply Specialist | 9.20% | 17,014 |
| Scanner | 20.58% | 12,763 |
Foreign languages spoken by first-line production supervisors
The most common foreign language among first-line production supervisors is Spanish at 42.9%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Mandarin at 14.3% and Portuguese is the third-most popular at 14.3%.
- Spanish, 42.9%
- Mandarin, 14.3%
- Portuguese, 14.3%
- Korean, 14.3%
- Cantonese, 14.3%
First-line production supervisor languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 42.9% |
| Mandarin | 14.3% |
| Portuguese | 14.3% |
| Korean | 14.3% |
| Cantonese | 14.3% |
