According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (B.L.S.), the median annual wage for logisticians, who are responsible for analyzing and coordinating an organization’s supply chain, was $79,400 in May 2023. The median annual wage for industrial production managers, who oversee the daily operations of manufacturing plants, was $116,970 in May 2023. The median annual wage for industrial engineers, who design and improve the efficiency of manufacturing systems, was $99,380 in May 2023.

Some of the potential jobs for graduates with a major in manufacturing management are:

• Logistician: A logistician manages the flow of materials, products and information within and between organizations. They ensure that the right goods and services are delivered to the right place, at the right time and at the right cost. They also monitor and evaluate the performance of suppliers, transportation, warehousing and distribution networks.
• Industrial Production Manager: An industrial production manager oversees the planning, coordination and control of the manufacturing activities of a plant or factory. They set production goals, schedules and budgets, and ensure that the quality and safety standards are met. They also supervise, train and evaluate the workers and staff involved in the production process.
• Project Management Specialist: Project managers coordinate the budget, schedule, staffing and other details of a project.

Ohio is one of the leading states in the U.S. for manufacturing, with a diverse range of industries such as aerospace, automotive, biotechnology, chemicals, food and steel. Some of the potential companies in Ohio that hire graduates with a major in manufacturing management are:

• Honda of America Manufacturing, Inc.
• Proctor & Gamble
• GE Aviation
• Schaeffler
• Daisy Brand
• The J.M. Smucker Company
• GoJo
• GE Aviation