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  1. Occupations
  2. Biofuels Production Managers

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

Related Occupations

Occupations with similar skills and knowledge requirements

Most Similar

  • Biofuels Processing Technicians 51-8099.01
  • Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers 11-9041.01
  • Biomass Power Plant Managers 11-3051.04
  • Geothermal Production Managers 11-3051.02
  • Biomass Plant Technicians 51-8013.03

Moderately Similar

  • Hydroelectric Production Managers 11-3051.06
  • Power Plant Operators 51-8013.00
  • Industrial Production Managers 11-3051.00
  • Chemical Engineers 17-2041.00
  • Manufacturing Engineers 17-2112.03

Related

  • Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers 51-8093.00
  • Gas Plant Operators 51-8092.00
  • Chemical Plant and System Operators 51-8091.00
  • Hydroelectric Plant Technicians 51-8013.04
  • Wind Energy Development Managers 11-9199.10
  • Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators 51-8031.00
  • Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar 17-2199.03
  • Wind Energy Operations Managers 11-9199.09
  • Agricultural Engineers 17-2021.00
  • Industrial Engineers 17-2112.00

Related Programs

Education programs that prepare you for this occupation

  • CertificateLeadershipIssuer: Florence-Darlington Technical College
  • Post-Baccalaureate CertificateGraduate Certificate in ManagementIssuer: Troy University
  • Post-Baccalaureate CertificateGraduate Certificate in Business ExchangeIssuer: Troy University
  • Master's DegreeMaster of Science in ManagementIssuer: Troy University
  • Master's DegreeMaster of Business AdministrationIssuer: Troy University
  • Bachelor's DegreeBachelor of Applied Science in Resource and Technology ManagementIssuer: Troy University
  • CertificateBusiness Office AccountingIssuer: Paris Junior College
  • CertificateEntrepreneurshipIssuer: Paris Junior College
  • CertificateBusiness ManagementIssuer: Paris Junior College
  • Associate's DegreeBusiness ManagementIssuer: Paris Junior College