Senior process operator demographics and statistics in the US
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Senior process operator gender statistics
35.3% of senior process operators are women and 64.7% of senior process operators are men.
- Male, 64.7%
- Female, 35.3%
Senior process operator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 64.7% |
| Female | 35.3% |
Senior process operator gender pay gap
Women earn 92¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$40,713
Female income
$37,541
Senior process operator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in senior process operator positions over time. Currently, 35.3% of senior process operators are female.
Senior process operator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 69.37% | 30.63% |
| 2011 | 69.15% | 30.85% |
| 2012 | 70.08% | 29.92% |
| 2013 | 70.54% | 29.46% |
| 2014 | 69.83% | 30.17% |
| 2015 | 68.46% | 31.54% |
| 2016 | 69.08% | 30.92% |
| 2017 | 68.71% | 31.29% |
| 2018 | 66.58% | 33.42% |
| 2019 | 68.35% | 31.65% |
| 2020 | 66.36% | 33.64% |
| 2021 | 64.75% | 35.25% |
Senior process operator related jobs gender ratio
We compared senior process operators 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% |
| Senior Process Operator | 65% | 35% |
| Machine Shop Foreman | 98% | 2% |
| Tubing Supervisor | 98% | 2% |
| Pressroom Foreman | 99% | 1% |
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Senior process operator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among senior process operators is White, which makes up 59.6% of all senior process operators. Comparatively, 20.2% of senior process operators are Hispanic or Latino and 11.2% of senior process operators are Black or African American.
- White, 59.6%
- Hispanic or Latino, 20.2%
- Black or African American, 11.2%
- Asian, 4.4%
- Unknown, 4.0%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%
Senior process operator race
| Senior process operator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 59.6% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 20.2% |
| Black or African American | 11.2% |
| Asian | 4.4% |
| Unknown | 4.0% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.6% |
Senior process operator race and ethnicity over time
See how senior process operator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Senior process operator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 66.24% | 10.68% | 3.67% | 17.59% |
| 2011 | 66.42% | 10.59% | 3.62% | 17.67% |
| 2012 | 65.71% | 10.59% | 3.60% | 18.18% |
| 2013 | 67.05% | 9.70% | 3.80% | 17.77% |
| 2014 | 65.42% | 10.09% | 4.03% | 18.47% |
| 2015 | 65.46% | 10.30% | 3.73% | 18.73% |
| 2016 | 64.50% | 10.30% | 3.86% | 19.45% |
| 2017 | 63.93% | 10.90% | 4.37% | 18.66% |
| 2018 | 65.21% | 10.03% | 3.95% | 19.00% |
| 2019 | 63.52% | 10.57% | 4.20% | 19.75% |
| 2020 | 62.42% | 10.17% | 4.35% | 18.94% |
| 2021 | 59.56% | 11.16% | 4.36% | 20.17% |
Senior process operator wage gap by race
According to our data, white senior process operators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american senior process operators have the lowest average salary at $39,402.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $40,163 |
| White | $41,718 |
| Black or African American | $39,402 |
| Asian | $41,660 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $40,671 |
Average senior process operator age
See how the average age of senior process operators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
Male
Female
Senior process operator 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 |
Senior process operator age breakdown
The average age of senior process operators is 40+ years years old, representing 71% of the senior process operator population.
Senior process operator age breakdown
| Senior Process Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 71% |
| 30-40 years | 23% |
| 20-30 years | 6% |
Senior process operator educational attainment
The most common degree for senior process operators is bachelor's degree, with 30% of senior process operators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 27% and associate degree degree at 24%.
- Bachelor's, 30%
- Associate, 27%
- High School Diploma, 24%
- Diploma, 6%
- Other Degrees, 13%
Senior process operators by degree level
| Senior process operator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 30% |
| Associate | 27% |
| High School Diploma | 24% |
| Diploma | 6% |
| Other Degrees | 13% |
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Senior process operator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, senior process operators with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $46,438 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, senior process operators earn a median annual income of $42,359 compared to $39,307 for senior process operators with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $46,438 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $36,900 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $42,359 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $39,307 |
Senior process operator employment statistics
Most senior process operators work for a public in the finance industry.
Company size where senior process operators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where senior process operators work.
Senior process operator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 3% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 7% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 16% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 3% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 25% |
| > 10,000 employees | 45% |
Senior process operator jobs by company type
Employees with the senior process operator job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most senior process operators prefer to work at public companies over private companies.
Senior process operator jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 3% |
| Public | 50% |
| Private | 46% |
| Government | 2% |
Senior process operator jobs by industry
The most common industries for senior process operators are finance, manufacturing and energy.
Senior process operator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Fortune 500 | 23% |
| Finance | 19% |
| Manufacturing | 17% |
| Energy | 10% |
| Pharmaceutical | 7% |
| Technology | 5% |
| Health Care | 4% |
| Insurance | 4% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
| Education | 2% |
| Government | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Professional | 1% |
Senior process operator turnover and employment statistics
Senior process operator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for senior process operators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Senior process operator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Senior process operator 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 senior process operator tenure
The average senior process operator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 306 senior process operators resumes in Zippia's database.
Senior process operator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 5% |
| 1-2 years | 22% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 25% |
| 8-10 years | 8% |
| 11+ years | 25% |
Senior process operator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of senior process operators 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 |
| Parts Inspector | 3.84% | 39,210 |
| Laundry Worker | 5.06% | 25,513 |
| Senior Process Operator | 5.63% | - |
| Chemical Operator | 9.20% | 36,522 |
| Scanner | 20.58% | 12,763 |
Similar senior process operator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Utility Operator | 2.37% | 67,565 |
| Numerical Control Operator | 2.83% | 85,068 |
| Parts Inspector | 3.84% | 39,210 |
| Laundry Worker | 5.06% | 25,513 |
| Chemical Operator | 9.20% | 36,522 |
| Scanner | 20.58% | 12,763 |
Foreign languages spoken by senior process operators
The most common foreign language among senior process operators is Spanish at 66.7%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Urdu at 16.7% and French is the third-most popular at 16.7%.
- Spanish, 66.7%
- Urdu, 16.7%
- French, 16.7%
Senior process operator languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 66.7% |
| Urdu | 16.7% |
| French | 16.7% |
