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Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians vs. First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers: Salary Comparison (2026)

Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicianss earn a median salary of $38,420/year, while First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workerss earn $71,190/year - a difference of $32,770. First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workerss earn more on average. Both salaries are based on national BLS data.

Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians
First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers
Median salary
$38,420
$71,190
Hourly rate
$18.47/hr
$34.23/hr
Entry level (10th %)
$31,250
$45,790
Senior level (90th %)
$55,480
$106,960
Education required
Varies
Varies
U.S. employment
18,740
685,140
Job growth (10-year)
N/A
N/A
Category
Production & Manufacturing
Production & Manufacturing
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