The 2026 Total Rewards Survey Results Are Here
Made possible by the participation of food and beverage companies from across Wisconsin, this year’s survey provides valuable insights into how manufacturers are attracting, retaining, and rewarding talent in today’s competitive labor market.
The full report includes compensation data for 59 of the industry’s most in-demand positions, along with a closer look at benefits offerings, workplace policies, and emerging workforce trends. We hope these insights help you benchmark your organization’s total rewards strategy against peers across Wisconsin’s food and beverage industry and support informed decisions as you plan for the year ahead.
Accessing the Survey Results
The final report is available as of October 1st and has been emailed directly to our members. Is my company a member?
My company is a member
As a member of FaB, the results of the 2026 survey are available to you at no extra cost. If you did not receive your copy via email, submit the form on this page.
My company is not a member
Non-members may purchase the full report for $699. If your organization is not currently a FaB Wisconsin member, it may be worth exploring membership, as the survey is included at no additional cost along with a variety of other industry resources and benefits. Complete the form on this page to purchase the report.
This Year’s Participating Companies
What’s Included
Modified Policies, Perks & Practices
Details of what companies are doing to recruit and retain in order to remain competitive in today’s job seekers’ market, encompassing:
Wage Data for In-Demand Positions
Comprehensive total wage data for the top positions with details on base pay, bonuses, and projected pay increases, including:
- Forklift Driver/Material Handler
- Maintenance Manager
- Production Supervisor
- Quality Manager
- Packaging Operator
- Scheduler/Planner
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