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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$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing innovative projects within the Beauty and Home sectors, driving sustainable growth through collaboration and strategic planning. Foster relationships across teams to ensure...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Transform strategic account projects by managing capital equipment initiatives from order to commissioning. Collaborate across teams, ensure timely reporting, and address technical requirements to dri...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Lead the transformation of complex commercial brokerage judgments into scalable systems, workflows, and training, enhancing operational efficiency while maintaining expert decision-making across insur...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in transforming commercial brokerage expertise into effective systems, training, and product strategies that enhance decision-making processes and maximize operational efficiency acros...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering specialty water and mechanical construction projects. Oversee operations, manage budgets, and ensure compliance while fostering strong client relationships a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Champion facility operations and project management by coordinating with stakeholders, overseeing contractor performance, and optimizing facility strategies to enhance operational efficiency and effec...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's committed to managing Health, Environmental, and Safety compliance across facilities. Drive regulatory adherence, promote safety culture, and enhance environmental performance throu...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Oversee Health, Environmental, and Safety compliance across facilities, ensuring regulatory adherence, promoting safety culture, and managing environmental programs. Drive continuous improvement in HE...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Shape a culture of safety and compliance by managing Health, Environmental, and Safety (HES) programs across multiple facilities, ensuring adherence to regulations, and promoting continuous improvemen...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$87K - $116K *

Unlock operational excellence by driving strategic sourcing and supplier development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance procurement processes, manage supplier relationships, and ensur...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Drive success in negotiation and marketing of high-profile commercial real estate. Develop client relationships, analyze market data, and support property transactions while ensuring compliance with i...

4 weeks ago

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

$93K - $122K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex infrastructure and environmental projects. Collaborate with Client-Partners to manage project lifecycles, ensuring quality and compliance while fostering strong s...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing Year 15 transactions for LIHTC properties, ensuring successful investor exits and partnership restructurings while preserving affordable housing assets through expert finan...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the sales strategy for warehouse solutions, driving financial performance and customer engagement. Collaborate with teams to enhance product knowledge and optimize layouts, ensuring exceptional s...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Take ownership of sales and financial performance for warehouse solutions, driving strategy, training, and customer engagement while coordinating with management and ensuring product knowledge across...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead the development of corporate real estate strategies, optimizing occupancy and lease management across Canada. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance workplace efficiency and drive organizationa...

Quebec, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to develop and implement corporate real estate strategies, optimizing occupancy and lease management across Canada while fostering collaboration and innovation in a supportive envi...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of homebuilding procurement. Manage key supplier relationships, lead sourcing and tendering processes, and optimize costs across a portfolio of commodities. Drive...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

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

$83K - $154K *

Help us foster a safe and productive work culture by applying advanced HSE practices. You'll manage compliance, develop training programs, and ensure adherence to regulations on medium to large-scale...

1 week ago

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

$87K - $114K *

Shape the future of cultural resource management by leading projects, mentoring teams, and driving business growth. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure compliance and deliver high-quality outcome...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$170K - $200K *

Drive your career forward as a senior leader in the industrial market, focusing on strategic growth and client relationships. Lead initiatives in environmental services, ensuring profitable outcomes a...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$160K - $200K *

Transform the industrial market landscape by leading strategic growth initiatives, managing key client accounts, and driving profitable solutions in environmental services. Collaborate across teams to...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$175K - $210K *

Lead the charge in driving growth within the industrial market sector, leveraging client relationships and market intelligence to enhance profitability and pipeline strength across environmental servi...

Austin, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $105K *

Lead the charge in delivering timely financial insights to support operational excellence across multiple branches, collaborating with leadership to drive performance improvements and enhance decision...

Brampton, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform property management by leading a diverse portfolio of apartment communities. Drive operational excellence, enhance team performance, and implement strategic business plans to achieve financi...

2 weeks ago

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

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.