29 CFR § 810.130
Executive, Management, Research and Development, Engineering, and Other Personnel
July 28, 2023
§ 810.130 Executive, Management, Research and Development, Engineering, and Other Personnel.
The average hourly base wage rate does not include any hours worked by:
(a) Executive or management staff who generally have the authority to make final decisions to hire, fire, promote, transfer and discipline employees;
(b) Workers engaged in research and development; or
(c) Engineers, mechanics, or technicians, if such personnel are not responsible for maintaining and ensuring the operation of the production line or tools and equipment used in the production of vehicles or parts.