Explore the list of salaries for specific manufacturing jobs in India in 2020.

Manufacturing is one of the most crucial industries for any country contributing significantly to the economic growth of that nation. The sector is also crucial for employment generation. In country like India, manufacturing holds largest share in the nation’s employment and economic development. As it is expected that India will witness significant demographic growth and an unpredictable expansion in the working age population, manufacturing will be one of the largest job creation segments. 

According to the report, while real GDP expanded at a CAGR of 8.4 percent over FY05-12, growth in the manufacturing sector was marginally higher at around 8.5 percent over the same period. As a result, the industry’s share in the economy increased from 15.3 percent to 15.4 percent.

Let’s have a look at the top highest paying jobs in the manufacturing sector in India in 2020.

Maintenance Manager

A Maintenance Manager is responsible for overseeing maintenance efforts across an organisation. He/she will require to manage maintenance activities for the upkeep of buildings, landscapes, vehicles and offices. They also oversee a range of custodial and maintenance activities, as well as resolve problems as they arise whether directly or by assembling teams to solve those issues. A maintenance manager must have ability to create a maintenance schedule, troubleshoot, knowledge of structure or grounds to be maintained, maintenance procedures, and systems to be maintained, etc. The average salary of a Maintenance Manager in India is INR 10,57,355.

Average Salary (per year): INR 10,57,355

Salary Range: INR 619,000 – INR 1,857,000  

Assistant Plant Manager

Every manufacturing company has a plant and requires someone to oversee the plant's operations. This is where an Assistant Plant Manager has a role to play. Assistant plant managers of operations role typically revolve around monitoring, reviewing, and reporting on operations at the plant. This may also involve specific protocols and procedures or may be broader, depending on the position. At least a bachelor’s degree, though employers may prefer a master of business administration (MBA) or another post-baccalaureate degree, will be beneficial. The average salary of an Assistant Plant Manager in India is INR 8,15,202.

Average Salary (per year): INR 815,202

Salary Range: INR 815,202 – INR 815,202

Electronic Assembler

An electronics assembler is typically tasked with assembling and modifying electronic equipment, such as motors, batteries, computers, machinery, etc. The position can be found in any organization or facility. Electronics assemblers can also be responsible for connecting devices to electronic components to make them work. Some typical responsibilities include routing wires, cutting and soldering wires, tool handling, assembling electronic systems, assembling support structures, installing various components, reading and interpreting schematic drawings and diagrams, etc. The average salary of an Electronics Assembler is INR 381,960.

Average Salary (per year): INR 381,960

Salary Range: INR 96,000 – INR 1,248,000

Electronics Technician

An Electronic Technician is the person who repairs, conducts and tests a variety of electrical systems and products. When an electrical system is malfunctioning, electronic technicians must troubleshoot the system and repair it to a safe and working order. They may help advise employees in a business or corporate setting regarding how to best resolve any issues that may arise. A technical college degree must require for this position, while additional requirements vary by employer and location. According to PayScale, the national average salary of an Electronics Technician is INR 256,358.

Average Salary (per year): INR 256,358

Salary Range: INR 141,000 – INR 650,000

Forklift Operator

A forklift operator’s responsibilities revolve around distributing, transporting and accounting of merchandise, material, and equipment in industrial settings. They work in diverse industries, such as manufacturing, construction, food services and general storage. The operators may also be asked to maintain the cleanliness of the work area or the fork lift. Basic mathematical and verbal reasoning skills, including addition and subtraction, verbal reasoning, and reading comprehension will be feasible. The average salary of a Forklift Operator in India is INR 239,510.

Average Salary (per year): INR 239,510

Salary Range: INR 107,000 – INR 478,000