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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$110K - $160K *

Lead the charge in driving growth and strategy for our largest pro partners by leveraging data insights. Manage cross-functional projects to shape impactful initiatives, build frameworks, and measure...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $200K *

Drive account growth by managing client relationships and fostering strategic partnerships. This dynamic role engages with clients, executing sales strategies to expand product adoption while ensuring...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engage in the design and management of enterprise endpoint technologies, ensuring security and efficiency across over 1,000 devices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance endpoint perform...

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2 weeks ago

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

$115K - $178K *

Drive new business growth and enhance client relationships in a dynamic sales environment. Leverage industry insights and effective communication to manage a diverse portfolio, ensuring consistent rev...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $140K *

Lead the design and implementation of protection schemes for electrical systems. Collaborate across disciplines, mentor teams, and influence technical direction in a high-impact role that fosters prof...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$99K - $166K *

Join us to enhance global connectivity through financial management and supplier coordination. In this role, you'll support WAN services, optimize costs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$102K - $147K *

Join a dynamic team focused on driving new business and cultivating strategic relationships with C-level executives in Large Enterprises, owning the complete sales cycle to enhance client value and ac...

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1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K *

Innovate the future of asset protection by investigating theft and fraud, ensuring compliance, and safeguarding company resources through detailed analysis and collaboration with cross-functional team...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $225K *

Shape the future of data center cooling by leveraging advanced liquid cooling solutions, ensuring efficiency and reliability in high-density environments through expert analysis, design reviews, and c...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $226K *

Lead the charge in optimizing healthcare processes by bridging strategy and execution. Collaborate with teams to enhance coding workflows, drive change management, and ensure alignment with strategic...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Contribute to strategic leadership in engineering management, aligning execution with business goals. Drive portfolio success, enhance client satisfaction, and empower teams to optimize performance in...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $165K *

Transform strategic partnerships by driving new business and expanding relationships with Independent Agencies and Brand Direct clients, leveraging advanced advertising solutions and insights to unloc...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Shape the future of procurement by analyzing data, managing suppliers, and driving strategic sourcing initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance supply chain operations and achiev...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$78K - $126K *

Engage with clients to implement Sage Intacct solutions in the construction sector, ensuring timely delivery and high satisfaction. Collaborate with teams, mentor peers, and leverage industry knowledg...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Develop and enhance JD Edwards applications to drive business efficiency across departments. Collaborate with analysts to create solutions that meet specifications and improve processes in a manufactu...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $145K *

Champion innovative solutions as a Senior Business Analyst, driving requirements gathering and Agile processes to enhance custom applications for DHS. Collaborate with teams to streamline operations a...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to drive financial leadership and strategic initiatives, enhancing business performance through effective planning, analysis, and reporting while collaborating with market leaders and...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$157K - $203K *

Drive strategic growth by managing Federal Systems Integrator accounts, leveraging relationships and market insights to deliver compliant technology solutions that align with federal missions and fund...

Rockville, MDRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$76K - $98K *

Contribute to innovative civil engineering projects by designing stormwater management systems and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver sustainable solutions while ensuring compliance...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $220K *

Champion enterprise security assessments and governance initiatives, driving automation and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance cybersecurity posture and risk management, wh...

Bentonville, ARRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$105K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading hydrogeology and environmental projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to tackle complex groundwater challenges, ensuring technical excellence and client sati...

Denver, CORemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$83K - $115K *

Transform service delivery by leading a skilled team of engineers, ensuring operational excellence and customer satisfaction through effective coordination and relationship management. Drive continuou...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$74K - $102K *

Advance safety initiatives by overseeing compliance, training, and performance across multiple locations. Collaborate with managers to enhance safety protocols and drive organizational improvement thr...

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3 weeks ago

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

$180K - $215K *

Transform corporate engagement by leading a high-performing team to integrate nature into business strategies, driving impactful outcomes for conservation and sustainability across diverse sectors and...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$143K - $208K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead enterprise-wide manufacturing strategy, ensuring performance and scalability across multiple facilities while driving cross-functional collaboration and continuous impr...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.