Industrial Specialist Jobs

Explore Industrial Specialist jobs for experienced professionals who improve the performance, safety, and reliability of industrial operations. These roles span manufacturing, engineering, quality, supply chain, facilities, and process improvement. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping you find roles that match your expertise and career goals.

What Does an Industrial Specialist Do?

Industrial Specialists apply technical and operational knowledge to solve complex workplace challenges. Depending on the position, they may optimize production processes, assess equipment and facilities, strengthen quality systems, improve workplace safety, or guide the adoption of new technologies. Their work often involves analyzing operational data, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and translating business needs into practical improvements.

Common Industrial Specialist Career Paths

Industrial Specialist job titles can include manufacturing specialist, industrial engineer, process improvement specialist, quality systems specialist, operations specialist, and facilities or maintenance specialist. Responsibilities and qualifications vary by employer and industry, including manufacturing, energy, logistics, aerospace, and other industrial sectors.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers commonly value experience with industrial operations, process analysis, continuous improvement, project management, and safety or quality standards. Depending on the role, useful qualifications may include an engineering or related degree, knowledge of Lean or Six Sigma methods, technical expertise, and the ability to communicate recommendations to both frontline teams and senior leaders.

Find Industrial Specialist Jobs on Ladders

Browse Industrial Specialist opportunities and review each listing for responsibilities, required qualifications, location, and compensation. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, so you can concentrate your search on roles designed for experienced candidates.

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$200K - $220K *

Innovate business development strategies to expand market presence in Nevada. Drive relationships with key stakeholders in pipeline and underground water infrastructure projects, generating opportunit...

San Francisco, CARemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$125K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading project finance for large-scale federal jobs. Oversee job-cost integrity, forecasts, and compliance while collaborating with operations to mitigate risks and ensure fina...

Orlando, FLRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform customer requirements into competitive proposals, ensuring compliance and enhancing business growth through strategic insights and efficient proces...

North Carolina, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by ensuring compliance and driving tender excellence. Collaborate across teams to analyze requirements, prepare competitive bids, and engage with customers, all while contributing...

North Carolina, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $170K *

Drive purchasing excellence by leading procurement strategy, enhancing supplier relationships, and optimizing operations. Collaborate across teams to ensure resource availability and support organizat...

Denver, CORemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role focused on boosting sales of Under Hood products while building strong customer relationships and executing strategic initiatives. Collaborate with sales teams and...

Raleigh, NCRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Elevate strategic analytics by leading a high-performing team to deliver impactful insights, drive business growth, and foster cross-functional collaboration through advanced data modeling and executi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional post-sales technical support for federal clients. You'll troubleshoot complex systems, collaborate with engineering teams, and ensure seamless ope...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $110K *

Join a team that's optimizing fleet operations and enhancing client relationships. Leverage your expertise in mobile equipment management to drive compliance, ensure safety, and deliver exceptional se...

Detroit, MIRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$96K - $121K *

Lead the charge in driving growth through distributor relationships, enhancing product awareness, and executing strategic sales initiatives in the welding sector. Your impact will shape market presenc...

Georgia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving strategic sourcing and supplier management for paper and packaging. This role focuses on category strategy, supplier performance, and cost savings, ensuring supply continuit...

Exton, PARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Elevate client success by driving critical accounting and finance projects, leveraging your expertise to solve complex challenges across diverse industries while collaborating with teams and managing...

RemoteRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Shape your future by leading complex accounting and finance projects for diverse clients. Utilize your extensive experience to provide innovative solutions and drive organizational success in a dynami...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Elevate client relationships as a strategic leader, driving retention and growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional service and develop high-performing teams focused on cl...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of automotive sales by leading a dynamic team, developing strategic initiatives, and engaging directly with clients to enhance their repair processes while achieving ambitious sales t...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$85K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to drive strategic sales growth in higher education, fostering partnerships with colleges and universities. Leverage data-driven insights to enhance learning solutions and improve...

Salem, CTRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in enhancing rehabilitation operations across multiple facilities. Drive clinical excellence, manage staff, and ensure compliance while fostering a supportive environment for both pati...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $125K *

Drive success by managing the full subcontract lifecycle, ensuring compliance and collaboration with project teams to support federal, state, and local contracts in a dynamic environment...

Arlington, VARemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by driving business growth in the Municipal market for Continuous Water Analyzers. Collaborate with sales partners to enhance product adoption, ensuring customer satisfaction through...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $95K *

Transform workplace dynamics by managing employee and labor relations, conducting investigations, and ensuring compliance with labor laws. Collaborate with management to foster a fair and productive e...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$108K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading complex software development projects, enhancing existing applications, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions while mentoring juni...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Explore innovative AI workflow solutions aimed at enhancing business processes. Collaborate with various teams to identify challenges, prototype solutions, and guide projects from conception to produc...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $100K *

Drive growth by developing specifications for high-performance building envelope products in the Data Center/AI markets. Engage with key influencers and coordinate project handoffs to enhance market e...

Chicago, ILRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $90K *

Drive excellence in contract management by overseeing the full lifecycle of FEMA Public Assistance contracts. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance, performance monitoring, and effective...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing clinical operations through strategic site identification and management. Leverage your expertise to build relationships, track project timelines, and contrib...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What types of jobs are included in the Industrial Specialist category?question toggle

    The category may include industrial engineering, manufacturing, operations, process improvement, quality, facilities, and maintenance specialist roles. Exact titles and responsibilities differ by employer and industry.

  • What qualifications do I need for an Industrial Specialist job?question toggle

    Requirements depend on the role. Employers may seek relevant experience in industrial operations, engineering, manufacturing, quality, or process improvement, along with technical, analytical, and project management skills. Some positions require a related degree or specific industry credentials.

  • Which industries hire Industrial Specialists?question toggle

    Industrial Specialists work across industries such as manufacturing, energy, aerospace, logistics, and other sectors that depend on complex operations, equipment, production, or quality systems.

  • How can I find Industrial Specialist jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review listings for compensation details, responsibilities, location, and qualifications to identify suitable roles.