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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$80K - $95K *

Drive compliance and sustainability initiatives in a dynamic global environment. Collaborate across teams to tackle complex regulatory challenges, enhance reporting accuracy, and support sustainabilit...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $140K *

Manage diverse piping and process system projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and customer satisfaction while coordinating with teams and stakeholders throughout the project...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $140K *

Drive impactful projects by managing piping and process systems from concept to completion. Collaborate with teams to ensure project success while maintaining customer satisfaction and overseeing all...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $93K *

Empower a team of technicians in the installation and maintenance of network cabling in data centers, ensuring high-quality standards and compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive operational...

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $127K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team as you build lasting relationships with fire sprinkler contractors, ensuring client success through expert advisory and high-quality service in a remote role with...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K *

Champion client success by building strong relationships and delivering tailored solutions. Drive sales growth within a defined territory while ensuring exceptional service and accountability to KPIs...

Indianapolis, INRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K *

Unlock growth by driving new business opportunities in the Food Care Rollstock sector. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored solutions, manage a robust sales pipeline, and articu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$70K - $95K *

Join a dedicated team ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. This role involves monitoring operations, conducting audits, and collaborating with agencies to enhance environmental performa...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $95K *

Drive compliance with environmental regulations by monitoring operations, conducting audits, and coordinating with agencies. Enhance environmental performance through effective reporting and policy im...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $100K *

Shape a safer workplace by leading health and safety initiatives, conducting risk assessments, and fostering a proactive safety culture in manufacturing environments. Collaborate with teams to ensure...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading strategic sourcing initiatives, optimizing supplier performance, and driving category management excellence across diverse teams to enhance value and mitigate risks in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $92K *

Unlock HR potential by fostering employee relations, ensuring compliance with labor laws, and supporting onboarding and leave processes to enhance operational success and maintain positive workplace c...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in enhancing project governance and delivery standards across our commercial portfolio, ensuring quality and efficiency through strategic oversight and hands-on leadership in a collabo...

1 week ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Elevate project delivery by leading governance frameworks and methodologies. Drive consistency and quality across a diverse commercial portfolio while fostering collaboration and mentorship within tea...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by leading complex accounts, driving sales growth, and fostering multi-level relationships. Collaborate with teams to develop strategies and ensure customer success while managin...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Advance enterprise innovation by leading a collaborative strategy that transforms insights into measurable growth, fostering cross-segment collaboration and foresight to drive long-term opportunities...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $132K *

Take ownership of multiple projects across various phases in financial services, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and stakeholder satisfaction while leading cross-functional teams and drivi...

Dallas, TXRemote

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading labor relations initiatives, fostering strong partnerships, and guiding organizations through negotiations and compliance to create a positive work environment that resp...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$115K - $125K *

Transform building services operations by leading a dedicated team to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant facility management across multiple locations, while driving continuous improvement and coll...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$81K - $106K *

Champion cultural resource compliance through strategic project leadership and mentorship. Drive high-quality outcomes while ensuring adherence to industry standards in a collaborative environment, le...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Develop and lead MEP coordination for mission-critical projects, ensuring efficient delivery of mechanical and electrical systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve technical challenges and mai...

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by leading field control system commissioning and support for diverse facilities. Collaborate with teams to ensure safety and efficiency while driving business development and maintai...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Champion field control system commissioning and troubleshooting for diverse facilities. Lead technical authority on PLC/DCS systems, ensuring safety and efficiency while collaborating with teams to de...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$55K - $132K *

Lead the charge in managing disaster restoration projects, ensuring quality and satisfaction for clients. Oversee estimating, execution, and team collaboration in a fast-paced environment, delivering...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $110K *

Elevate client relationships and drive revenue growth by developing strategic sales initiatives, negotiating with retail partners, and leveraging market insights to expand market presence and achieve...

Pleasanton, CARemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

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.