Blue-Collar Worker Supervisor

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Work Tasks

• Tell other people what work has to be done
• Make sure the work is done well and on time
• Make work schedules and see that employees show up for work
• Make sure workers are safe and trained for the job
• Work for utility companies, construction companies, transportation companies, and the government
• Most work indoors in plants, but some work outside on construction sites

Salary, Size & Growth

• $54,500 average per year ($26.25 per hour)
• A large occupation (843,400 workers in 2010)
• Expected to grow moderately (1.0% per year)

Education/Training

• Minimum for Entry: A high school diploma and years of work experience
• Employers Prefer: A 4-year degree in engineering or production technology
• Skills/Courses: Courses in the products being produced, human resources, computer software, and management; job knowledge, organizational skills, and leadership qualities