Operational group lead demographics and statistics in the US
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Operational group lead gender statistics
26.7% of operational group leads are women and 73.3% of operational group leads are men.
- Male, 73.3%
- Female, 26.7%
Operational group lead gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 73.3% |
| Female | 26.7% |
Operational group lead gender pay gap
Women earn 83¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$45,264
Female income
$37,692
Operational group lead gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in operational group lead positions over time. Currently, 26.7% of operational group leads are female.
Operational group lead gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 77.16% | 22.84% |
| 2011 | 76.98% | 23.02% |
| 2012 | 77.75% | 22.25% |
| 2013 | 78.13% | 21.87% |
| 2014 | 77.54% | 22.46% |
| 2015 | 76.40% | 23.60% |
| 2016 | 76.92% | 23.08% |
| 2017 | 76.61% | 23.39% |
| 2018 | 74.83% | 25.17% |
| 2019 | 76.31% | 23.69% |
| 2020 | 74.64% | 25.36% |
| 2021 | 73.26% | 26.74% |
Operational group lead related jobs gender ratio
We compared operational group leads 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% |
| Operational Group Lead | 73% | 27% |
| Machine Shop Foreman | 98% | 2% |
| Tubing Supervisor | 98% | 2% |
| Pressroom Foreman | 99% | 1% |
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Operational group lead demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among operational group leads is White, which makes up 62.1% of all operational group leads. Comparatively, 15.8% of operational group leads are Hispanic or Latino and 12.1% of operational group leads are Black or African American.
- White, 62.1%
- Hispanic or Latino, 15.8%
- Black or African American, 12.1%
- Asian, 5.1%
- Unknown, 4.2%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Operational group lead race
| Operational group lead race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 62.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 15.8% |
| Black or African American | 12.1% |
| Asian | 5.1% |
| Unknown | 4.2% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Operational group lead race and ethnicity over time
See how operational group lead racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Operational group lead race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 68.77% | 11.65% | 4.40% | 13.23% |
| 2011 | 68.94% | 11.55% | 4.36% | 13.31% |
| 2012 | 68.23% | 11.56% | 4.34% | 13.82% |
| 2013 | 69.57% | 10.67% | 4.53% | 13.41% |
| 2014 | 67.94% | 11.06% | 4.76% | 14.11% |
| 2015 | 67.98% | 11.26% | 4.47% | 14.37% |
| 2016 | 67.02% | 11.27% | 4.59% | 15.09% |
| 2017 | 66.45% | 11.87% | 5.11% | 14.30% |
| 2018 | 67.74% | 11.00% | 4.69% | 14.64% |
| 2019 | 66.04% | 11.54% | 4.94% | 15.39% |
| 2020 | 64.94% | 11.14% | 5.09% | 14.58% |
| 2021 | 62.09% | 12.13% | 5.10% | 15.81% |
Operational group lead wage gap by race
According to our data, white operational group leads have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american operational group leads have the lowest average salary at $42,042.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $43,897 |
| White | $47,824 |
| Black or African American | $42,042 |
| Asian | $47,674 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $45,158 |
Average operational group lead age
See how the average age of operational group leads varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Operational group lead 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 |
Operational group lead age breakdown
The average age of operational group leads is 40+ years years old, representing 71% of the operational group lead population.
Operational group lead age breakdown
| Operational Group Lead Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 71% |
| 30-40 years | 23% |
| 20-30 years | 6% |
Operational group lead educational attainment
The most common degree for operational group leads is bachelor's degree, with 55% of operational group leads earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are high school diploma degree at 17% and high school diploma degree at 16%.
- Bachelor's, 55%
- High School Diploma, 17%
- Associate, 16%
- Master's, 7%
- Other Degrees, 5%
Operational group leads by degree level
| Operational group lead degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 55% |
| High School Diploma | 17% |
| Associate | 16% |
| Master's | 7% |
| Other Degrees | 5% |
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Operational group lead wage gap by degree level
According to the data, operational group leads with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $60,910 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, operational group leads earn a median annual income of $49,499 compared to $41,813 for operational group leads with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $60,910 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $36,255 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $49,499 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $41,813 |
Operational group lead employment statistics
Most operational group leads work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where operational group leads work
Below, you can see the size of companies where operational group leads work.
Operational group lead jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 4% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 8% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 15% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 9% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 27% |
| > 10,000 employees | 37% |
Operational group lead jobs by company type
Employees with the operational group lead job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most operational group leads prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Operational group lead jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 2% |
| Public | 40% |
| Private | 55% |
| Government | 2% |
Operational group lead jobs by industry
The most common industries for operational group leads are manufacturing, professional and technology.
Operational group lead industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 27% |
| Fortune 500 | 17% |
| Professional | 7% |
| Technology | 7% |
| Finance | 6% |
| Automotive | 5% |
| Media | 4% |
| Transportation | 4% |
| Retail | 4% |
| Construction | 3% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Pharmaceutical | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
| Education | 2% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Government | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
Operational group lead turnover and employment statistics
Operational group lead unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for operational group leads between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Operational group lead unemployment rate by year
| Year | Operational group lead 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 operational group lead tenure
The average operational group lead stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 1,419 operational group leads resumes in Zippia's database.
Operational group lead tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 6% |
| 1-2 years | 28% |
| 3-4 years | 18% |
| 5-7 years | 18% |
| 8-10 years | 8% |
| 11+ years | 22% |
Operational group lead LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of operational group leads 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Water Technician | 2.37% | 34,702 |
| Numerical Control Programmer | 2.83% | 44,787 |
| Weld Inspector | 3.84% | 16,559 |
| Laundry Attendant | 5.06% | 49,030 |
| Operational Group Lead | 5.63% | - |
| Chemical Operator | 9.20% | 36,522 |
| Scanner | 20.58% | 12,763 |
Similar operational group lead jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Water Technician | 2.37% | 34,702 |
| Numerical Control Programmer | 2.83% | 44,787 |
| Weld Inspector | 3.84% | 16,559 |
| Laundry Attendant | 5.06% | 49,030 |
| Chemical Operator | 9.20% | 36,522 |
| Scanner | 20.58% | 12,763 |
Foreign languages spoken by operational group leads
The most common foreign language among operational group leads is Spanish at 70.4%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Chinese at 3.7% and Vietnamese is the third-most popular at 3.7%.
- Spanish, 70.4%
- Chinese, 3.7%
- Vietnamese, 3.7%
- German, 3.7%
- Japanese, 3.7%
- Other, 14.8%
Operational group lead languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 70.4% |
| Chinese | 3.7% |
| Vietnamese | 3.7% |
| German | 3.7% |
| Japanese | 3.7% |
| Other | 14.8% |
