Shift foreman demographics and statistics in the US
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Shift foreman gender statistics
4.0% of shift foremen are women and 96.0% of shift foremen are men.
- Male, 96.0%
- Female, 4.0%
Shift foreman gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 96.0% |
| Female | 4.0% |
Shift foreman gender pay gap
Women earn 90¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$39,507
Female income
$35,590
Shift foreman gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in shift foreman positions over time. Currently, 4.0% of shift foremen are female.
Shift foreman gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 96.76% | 3.24% |
| 2011 | 96.72% | 3.28% |
| 2012 | 96.86% | 3.14% |
| 2013 | 96.93% | 3.07% |
| 2014 | 96.82% | 3.18% |
| 2015 | 96.62% | 3.38% |
| 2016 | 96.71% | 3.29% |
| 2017 | 96.66% | 3.34% |
| 2018 | 96.33% | 3.67% |
| 2019 | 96.60% | 3.40% |
| 2020 | 96.29% | 3.71% |
| 2021 | 96.03% | 3.97% |
Shift foreman related jobs gender ratio
We compared shift foremen 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% |
| Shift Foreman | 96% | 4% |
| Machine Shop Foreman | 98% | 2% |
| Tubing Supervisor | 98% | 2% |
| Pressroom Foreman | 99% | 1% |
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Shift foreman demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among shift foremen is White, which makes up 64.6% of all shift foremen. Comparatively, 13.3% of shift foremen are Hispanic or Latino and 11.2% of shift foremen are Black or African American.
- White, 64.6%
- Hispanic or Latino, 13.3%
- Black or African American, 11.2%
- Asian, 5.9%
- Unknown, 4.3%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Shift foreman race
| Shift foreman race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 64.6% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 13.3% |
| Black or African American | 11.2% |
| Asian | 5.9% |
| Unknown | 4.3% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Shift foreman race and ethnicity over time
See how shift foreman racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Shift foreman race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 71.30% | 10.74% | 5.20% | 10.68% |
| 2011 | 71.48% | 10.64% | 5.15% | 10.75% |
| 2012 | 70.76% | 10.65% | 5.13% | 11.26% |
| 2013 | 72.11% | 9.75% | 5.33% | 10.85% |
| 2014 | 70.47% | 10.15% | 5.56% | 11.55% |
| 2015 | 70.52% | 10.35% | 5.26% | 11.81% |
| 2016 | 69.55% | 10.36% | 5.39% | 12.53% |
| 2017 | 68.98% | 10.95% | 5.90% | 11.74% |
| 2018 | 70.27% | 10.08% | 5.49% | 12.08% |
| 2019 | 68.58% | 10.62% | 5.73% | 12.83% |
| 2020 | 67.48% | 10.23% | 5.89% | 12.02% |
| 2021 | 64.62% | 11.22% | 5.90% | 13.26% |
Shift foreman wage gap by race
According to our data, white shift foremen have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american shift foremen have the lowest average salary at $37,877.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $38,822 |
| White | $40,767 |
| Black or African American | $37,877 |
| Asian | $40,694 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $39,455 |
Average shift foreman age
See how the average age of shift foremen varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Shift foreman 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 |
Shift foreman age breakdown
The average age of shift foremen is 40+ years years old, representing 71% of the shift foreman population.
Shift foreman age breakdown
| Shift Foreman Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 71% |
| 30-40 years | 23% |
| 20-30 years | 6% |
Shift foreman educational attainment
The most common degree for shift foremen is high school diploma, with 33% of shift foremen earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are bachelor's degree degree at 27% and bachelor's degree degree at 23%.
- High School Diploma, 33%
- Bachelor's, 27%
- Associate, 23%
- Diploma, 9%
- Other Degrees, 8%
Shift foremen by degree level
| Shift foreman degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 33% |
| Bachelor's | 27% |
| Associate | 23% |
| Diploma | 9% |
| Other Degrees | 8% |
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Shift foreman wage gap by degree level
According to the data, shift foremen with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $46,799 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, shift foremen earn a median annual income of $41,575 compared to $37,760 for shift foremen with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $46,799 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $34,809 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $41,575 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $37,760 |
Shift foreman employment statistics
Most shift foremen work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where shift foremen work
Below, you can see the size of companies where shift foremen work.
Shift foreman jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 8% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 14% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 24% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 11% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 22% |
| > 10,000 employees | 22% |
Shift foreman jobs by company type
Employees with the shift foreman job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most shift foremen prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Shift foreman jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 1% |
| Public | 26% |
| Private | 71% |
| Government | 1% |
Shift foreman jobs by industry
The most common industries for shift foremen are manufacturing, transportation and energy.
Shift foreman industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 31% |
| Fortune 500 | 10% |
| Transportation | 7% |
| Construction | 7% |
| Energy | 7% |
| Professional | 6% |
| Automotive | 4% |
| Retail | 4% |
| Technology | 4% |
| Media | 3% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
| Utilities | 2% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Government | 1% |
| Health Care | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Education | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
Shift foreman turnover and employment statistics
Shift foreman unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for shift foremen between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Shift foreman unemployment rate by year
| Year | Shift foreman 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 shift foreman tenure
The average shift foreman stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 1,486 shift foremen resumes in Zippia's database.
Shift foreman tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 11% |
| 1-2 years | 30% |
| 3-4 years | 20% |
| 5-7 years | 18% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 14% |
Shift foreman LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of shift foremen 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Plant Operator | 2.37% | 43,388 |
| Numerical Control Programmer | 2.83% | 44,787 |
| Lead Inspector | 3.84% | 17,734 |
| Laundry Worker | 5.06% | 25,513 |
| Shift Foreman | 5.63% | - |
| Petroleum Supply Specialist | 9.20% | 17,014 |
| Scanner | 20.58% | 12,763 |
Similar shift foreman jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Plant Operator | 2.37% | 43,388 |
| Numerical Control Programmer | 2.83% | 44,787 |
| Lead Inspector | 3.84% | 17,734 |
| Laundry Worker | 5.06% | 25,513 |
| Petroleum Supply Specialist | 9.20% | 17,014 |
| Scanner | 20.58% | 12,763 |
Foreign languages spoken by shift foremen
The most common foreign language among shift foremen is Spanish at 52.9%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Carrier at 17.6% and Russian is the third-most popular at 11.8%.
- Spanish, 52.9%
- Carrier, 17.6%
- Russian, 11.8%
- Bulgarian, 5.9%
- Irish, 5.9%
- Other, 5.9%
Shift foreman languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 52.9% |
| Carrier | 17.6% |
| Russian | 11.8% |
| Bulgarian | 5.9% |
| Irish | 5.9% |
| Other | 5.9% |
