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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$83K - $114K *

Analyze and optimize tariff classification processes while ensuring compliance with government regulations. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance decision-making and drive business effectiveness t...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $114K *

Join a dynamic team as you optimize tariff classification processes, ensuring compliance and accuracy while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to enhance decision-making and regulatory effectiven...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $114K *

Transform trade compliance by leveraging your expertise in tariff classification, ensuring data accuracy, and driving regulatory improvements while collaborating with diverse teams to enhance decision...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $114K *

Shape the future of trade compliance by leveraging your expertise in tariff classification and regulatory requirements. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance decision-making and drive process opti...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $114K *

Join a dynamic team as a Classification Analyst, where you'll leverage your expertise in tariff classification to enhance regulatory compliance and optimize processes, collaborating with diverse stake...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $114K *

Join us to drive regulatory compliance and optimize trade processes. Collaborate with diverse teams, provide training on tariff classifications, and influence trade policies while ensuring data accura...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $114K *

Unlock potential by driving regulatory compliance and optimizing trade processes. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure accurate tariff classification and enhance decision-making through effective...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Evaluate and enhance federal audit readiness and compliance. Collaborate cross-functionally to strengthen controls and mitigate compliance risks, while supporting corrective actions and fostering sust...

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's pivotal in managing diverse product lines, overseeing everything from development to marketing strategies to ensure success in industrial motors and power transmission products. You...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$155K - $170K *

Lead and optimize industrial construction projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and client satisfaction. Collaborate with diverse teams while mentoring staff to achieve strategic goals...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$93K *

Transform project outcomes by leading complex operational teams, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and profitability goals while fostering a responsive environment to customer needs and project c...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $118K *

Accelerate growth by managing key accounts and enhancing partnerships in retail and food service. Drive innovative cleaning and sanitation solutions while building strong relationships across all orga...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead North America purchasing strategy for resin and indirect materials. Manage commodity strategies, supplier relationships, and cross-functional collaboration to optimize sourcing, cost reduction, a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing North America's purchasing strategy for resin and indirect materials. Drive commodity management, supplier relationships, and cost-reduction initiatives while developing a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing North America's purchasing strategy for resin and indirect materials. Oversee commodity management, supplier relationships, and cost-reduction initiatives while developing...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Unlock strategic purchasing excellence by leading resin and indirect materials management. Drive commodity strategies, supplier negotiations, and cross-functional collaboration to optimize costs and e...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing North America's purchasing strategy for resin and indirect materials. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop commodity strategies, optimize supply chains, and d...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing North America's purchasing strategy for resin and indirect materials. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop commodity strategies, optimize supply chains, and d...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing North America's purchasing strategy for resin and indirect materials. Drive commodity management, supplier development, and cost-reduction initiatives while fostering team...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading complex DMSMS initiatives, providing technical leadership, and driving strategic solutions across multiple programs to ensure system reliability and performance. Join a dyn...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in regulatory compliance for medical devices, managing submissions and strategies to ensure timely approvals and market access while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhanc...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing facilities management through strategic advisory services, operational optimization, and sustainability initiatives, while leading complex projects and stakeh...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$74K - $112K *

Lead the operational excellence of complex projects, ensuring timely, safe, and budget-compliant delivery while fostering customer satisfaction and team development through effective leadership and pr...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$104K - $114K *

Lead the charge in overseeing complex projects, ensuring efficient operations, safety, and quality standards. Manage resources, customer relationships, and financial performance to achieve project goa...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $135K *

Elevate your career by supporting real estate transactions and facility operations. This hands-on role requires exceptional organization and attention to detail, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.