Biofuels Production Managers

Manage biofuels production and plant operations. Collect and process information on plant production and performance, diagnose problems, and design corrective procedures.

SOC: 11-3051.03

Common Job Titles

  • Biofuels Production Manager
  • Plant Manager
  • Production Coordinator
  • Production Manager

Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics

Annual wage data for Biofuels Production Managers (2024)

Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)

234,380

Wage Distribution by Percentile

Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $74,900. 25th percentile: U.S. $94,620. 50th percentile: U.S. $121,440. 75th percentile: U.S. $156,330. 90th percentile: U.S. $197,310. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.

  • U.S.
MetricU.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less$74,900
10% of workers earn the following or more$197,310
Workers on average earn$129,180

+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)

Skills & Requirements

Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance

  • Production and Processing4.7/5
  • Administration and Management4.1/5
  • Mechanical4.0/5
  • Engineering and Technology3.7/5
  • Chemistry3.7/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge

Tools & Technology

Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation

In-Demand Technology

Frequently requested by employers in job postings

  • Adobe Acrobat
  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Word

Technology Skills

  • Computerized maintenance management system CMMS
  • Distributed control system DCS
  • Employee scheduling software
  • Human machine interface HMI software
  • Inventory control software
  • Web browser software

Tools & Equipment

  • Air monitoring equipment
  • Ball valves
  • Belt conveyor systems
  • Desktop computers
  • Dust and particulate respirators
  • Electric timing devices
  • Emergency alarm systems
  • Fermentation processing vessels
Tools & Technology: Tools & Equipment