Assistant Production Superintendent Salary in the United States

How much does an Assistant Production Superintendent make in the United States? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Production Superintendent in the United States is $66,765 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

However, an Assistant Production Superintendent's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $85,031
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $59,438 to $76,326
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,767

Key Factors That Influence Assistant Production Superintendent Salaries

An Assistant Production Superintendent's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Assistant Production Superintendent Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Production Superintendent's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $61,043
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $67,384
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $64,773
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $80,123
  • Expert (over 8 years): $94,203
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Production Technician III less than 1 year $61,043
Production Technician IV 1-2 years $67,384
Assistant Production Superintendent 2-4 years $64,773
Production Supervisor 5-8 years $80,123
Production Senior Supervisor over 8 years $94,203

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Production Superintendent

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $84,211
  • San Francisco: $83,289
  • Oakland: $81,534

Assistant Production Superintendent Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Production Superintendent roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Assistant Production Superintendent positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant Production Superintendent as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Assistant Production Superintendent

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals $86,795 $42.0 30%
Financial Services $83,456 $40.0 25%
Internet $80,118 $39.0 20%
Biotechnology $76,780 $37.0 15%
Software & Networking $76,780 $37.0 15%

How Education impacts an Assistant Production Superintendent's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Assistant Production Superintendent professionals enter the field with a Associate's degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Assistant Production Superintendent with a Associate's is between $65,349 and $69,670.

Assistant Production Superintendent Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Assistant Production Superintendent
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 1.6%
High School 36.1%
Associate's Degree 18.3%
Bachelor's Degree 39.1%
Master's Degree or MBA 4.9%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0%

Assistant Production Superintendent Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Production Superintendent's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
  • Table View
Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$59,438
Average $66,765/year
$76,326
$4,953
Average $5,564/month
$6,361
$1,143
Average $1,284/week
$1,468
$29
Average $32/hour
$37
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $76,326 $6,361 $1,468 $37
Average $66,765 $5,564 $1,284 $32
25th Percentile $59,438 $4,953 $1,143 $29

Most common benefits for Assistant Production Superintendent

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for Assistant Production Superintendent

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FAQ about Assistant Production Superintendent

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Assistant Production Superintendent?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Assistant Production Superintendent roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

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