Updated 2026-04-22 · BLS OEWS May 2024

Operations Manager jobs in Irvine, CA

32 operations managers employed in metro (BLS May 2024) · $126,599 median · 22% above the national median.

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  • Pay data sourced from BLS OEWS May 2024.

Operations Manager pay in Irvine, CA

The band below shows the 25th–75th percentile range for this occupation in the Irvine metro. Half of Operations Managers earn inside that band.

25th pct MEDIAN 75th pct $98,806 $126,599 $154,704
25th$98,806 Median$126,599 75th$154,704 vs US22% above the national median

Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics, May 2024 OEWS estimates. Full Operations Manager salary guide →

Operations Manager pay bands in Irvine by seniority

The cards below are illustrative pay-band examples — not live postings. Each shows the typical salary range you can expect at that seniority level, derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro. When Jobeezy matches you to a real opening, we auto-apply on your behalf.

Mid Level Operations Manager

Typical mid level band in Irvine
Example (illustrative)
Location
Irvine, CA
Typical pay range
$120,902–$157,489
Common on
Lever

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Senior Operations Manager

Typical senior band in Irvine
Example (illustrative)
Location
Irvine, CA
Typical pay range
$107,609–$152,931
Common on
Workday

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Lead Operations Manager

Typical lead band in Irvine
Example (illustrative)
Location
Irvine, CA
Typical pay range
$111,407–$157,489
Common on
Ashby

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Lead Operations Manager

Typical lead band in Irvine
Example (illustrative)
Location
Irvine, CA
Typical pay range
$105,710–$150,652
Common on
Ashby

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Mid Level Operations Manager

Typical mid level band in Irvine
Example (illustrative)
Location
Irvine, CA
Typical pay range
$117,104–$139,258
Common on
Ashby

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Operations Manager Career Ladder — Irvine Metro

Expected pay at each step, scaled to Irvine’s median. Your actual offer depends on employer, sub-specialty, and interview performance.

  1. Entry Operations Manager0–2 yrs$91,151
  2. Mid Operations Manager2–5 yrs$120,269
  3. Senior Operations Manager5–8 yrs$151,918
  4. Staff Operations Manager8–12 yrs$183,568
  5. Lead Operations Manager12+ yrs$215,218

Multipliers calibrated against BLS OEWS May 2024 occupational percentiles for 15-xxxx codes.

Employers in the Operations Manager hiring market in Irvine

  • NexGen Group
  • TechCorp Solutions
  • Talent Bridge
  • Summit Enterprises
  • Apex Staffing

Representative large employers for this occupation industry. Jobeezy auto-applies when any qualifying opening posts at these or other employers on Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, or iCIMS.

How employers in Irvine post Operations Manager jobs

Employers in the Irvine metro typically post Operations Manager roles through one of five applicant tracking systems. Pick the guide that matches where you’re applying:

What Irvine Employers Actually Ask Operations Managers

Pulled from O*NET work-activities and real interview patterns for this occupation. Practice all four with Jobeezy’s InterviewRide drills.

  • Technical

    Walk me through your day-to-day workflow in this role. How do you structure your time?

    Evaluates time management, self-organization, and maturity in the role. Look for clear priorities and discipline.

  • Technical

    What metrics do you use to measure your own performance in this position?

    Tests ownership and accountability. Good answers connect personal output to team and business outcomes.

  • Technical

    How do you stay current with changes in your field?

    Learning agility signal. Regular reading, communities of practice, certifications, peer networks.

  • Technical

    Describe the most complex project you've worked on in this field. What was your specific contribution?

    Depth probe. Interviewers check scope, ownership, and technical or domain sophistication.

Operations Manager in Irvine, CA — Common Questions

How much does a Operations Manager earn in Irvine, CA?
Median $126,599/yr. 25th–75th percentile runs $98,806–$154,704. Source: BLS OEWS May 2024.
How many Operations Manager jobs are there in Irvine?
BLS OEWS May 2024 reports approximately 32 Operations Manager roles employed in the Irvine metro. Openings turn over regularly — Jobeezy watches Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS for new postings here.
Which ATS platforms do Irvine employers use for Operations Manager?
Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS account for the vast majority. Jobeezy reads all five directly so you can apply in one tap.
Does Jobeezy apply to Operations Manager jobs for me?
Yes. Jobeezy matches your profile to Operations Manager openings in Irvine and submits on your behalf — no resume uploads, no repeat forms.

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