First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers
SOC Code: 51-1011 Job Zone 3: Medium Preparation Needed
Directly supervise and coordinate the activities of production and operating workers, such as inspectors, precision workers, machine setters and operators, assemblers, fabricators, and plant and system operators. Excludes team or work leaders.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lexington Park, MD | $56,222 | $81,723 | $107,224 | $132,725 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $55,973 | $81,078 | $106,205 | $131,310 |
| Norwich-New London-Willimantic, CT | $66,747 | $85,218 | $103,709 | $122,179 |
| Western Wyoming nonmetropolitan area | $56,493 | $77,438 | $98,363 | $119,309 |
| Midland, TX | $52,520 | $73,965 | $95,430 | $116,875 |
| Eastern Wyoming nonmetropolitan area | $55,016 | $75,005 | $94,973 | $114,962 |
| Beaumont-Port Arthur, TX | $50,752 | $71,926 | $93,122 | $114,296 |
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $62,941 | $79,581 | $96,242 | $112,882 |
| Corpus Christi, TX | $46,176 | $67,995 | $89,814 | $111,634 |
| Lake Charles, LA | $51,605 | $71,448 | $91,270 | $111,114 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Speaking | 3.9 | |
| Management of Personnel Resources | 3.9 | |
| Time Management | 3.9 | |
| Active Listening | 3.9 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 3.8 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.8 | |
| Coordination | 3.8 | |
| Monitoring | 3.8 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.6 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 3.5 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Production and Processing | 4.3 |
| Administration and Management | 4.1 |
| Personnel and Human Resources | 3.6 |
| English Language | 3.5 |
| Computers and Electronics | 3.2 |
| Mathematics | 3.2 |
| Administrative | 3.2 |
| Education and Training | 3.1 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 32.8% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 15.0% |
| Less than high school | 14.2% |
| Associate's degree | 13.6% |
| Bachelor's degree | 12.0% |
| Some college | 11.6% |
Typical Tasks
- Enforce safety and sanitation regulations.
- Direct and coordinate the activities of employees engaged in the production or processing of goods, such as inspectors, machine setters, or fabricators.
- Read and analyze charts, work orders, production schedules, and other records and reports to determine production requirements and to evaluate current production estimates and outputs.
- Confer with other supervisors to coordinate operations and activities within or between departments.
- Plan and establish work schedules, assignments, and production sequences to meet production goals.
- Inspect materials, products, or equipment to detect defects or malfunctions.
- Observe work and monitor gauges, dials, and other indicators to ensure that operators conform to production or processing standards.
- Confer with management or subordinates to resolve worker problems, complaints, or grievances.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
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