Assistant Production Superintendent Salary in California

How much does an Assistant Production Superintendent make in California? As of October 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Production Superintendent in California is $73,648 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $93,794
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $65,565 to $84,193
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $58,206

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 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): $67,348
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $74,333
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $71,451
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $88,382
  • Expert (over 8 years): $103,915
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Production Technician III less than 1 year $67,348
Production Technician IV 1-2 years $74,333
Assistant Production Superintendent 2-4 years $71,451
Production Supervisor 5-8 years $88,382
Production Senior Supervisor over 8 years $103,915

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:

  • Los Angeles: $73,775
  • West Hollywood: $73,722
  • Dodgertown: $73,774

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 $95,743 $46.0 30%
Financial Services $92,060 $44.0 25%
Internet $88,378 $42.0 20%
Biotechnology $84,696 $41.0 15%
Software & Networking $84,696 $41.0 15%

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.

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Last Updated on October 01, 2026
$65,565
Average $73,648/year
$84,193
$5,464
Average $6,137/month
$7,016
$1,261
Average $1,416/week
$1,619
$32
Average $35/hour
$40
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $84,193 $7,016 $1,619 $40
Average $73,648 $6,137 $1,416 $35
25th Percentile $65,565 $5,464 $1,261 $32

Find Your Next Assistant Production Superintendent Job

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