career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Industrial Production Managers and Mechanical Engineers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Industrial Production Managers | Mechanical Engineers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 11-3051 | 17-2141 |
| title | Industrial Production Managers | Mechanical Engineers |
| onet code | 11-3051.00 | 17-2141.00 |
| description | Plan, direct, or coordinate the work activities and resources necessary for manufacturing products in accordance with cost, quality, and quantity specifications. | Perform engineering duties in planning and designing tools, engines, machines, and other mechanically functioning equipment. Oversee installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment such as centralized heat, gas, water, and steam systems. |
| job zone | 4 | 4 |
| major group | 11 | 17 |
| tot emp | 234,380 | 286,760 |
| a mean | 129,180 | 110,080 |
| a median | 121,440 | 102,320 |
| a pct10 | 74,900 | 68,740 |
| a pct25 | 94,620 | 81,800 |
| a pct75 | 156,330 | 130,290 |
| a pct90 | 197,310 | 161,240 |
| h mean | 62 | 52 |
| h median | 58 | 49 |
The CertifyWize editorial team aggregates and verifies careers data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0. Every statistic on this site is cross-referenced against the official source before publication, with quarterly re-verification cycles.
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