Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Newark, NJ

A Manufacturing Technician is a crucial part of the manufacturing industry, fulfilling a variety of responsibilities aimed at ensuring the efficiency and quality of production processes. They are typically tasked with maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving manufacturing equipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards, interpreting blueprints and schematics, and testing products for quality. They may also be involved in the research and development process, helping to design and implement new manufacturing methods and technologies.

Important skills for a Manufacturing Technician include mechanical and technical skills, attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and good communication skills. Familiarity with manufacturing software is often required, and knowledge of specific manufacturing technologies may be necessary depending on the industry. Certifications like the Manufacturing Technician certification (MT1) or Certified Production Technician (CPT) can be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Manufacturing Technician, an individual might have roles such as Production Operator, Assembly Technician, or Quality Control Inspector.

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Assembly Technician

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago

Kelly Services Assembly Technician in Sodus , New York At Kelly Professional & Industrial, we're seeking Assembly Technicians to join our innovative manufacturing team in Sodus, NY. With us, it's...

Automotive Equipment Technician

  • Astoria, NY (12 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Astoria, NY (12 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago

When you join Verizon You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely - even if they're daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power...

Entry Level Manufacturing Assemblers

  • Elmwood Park, NJ (12 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Elmwood Park, NJ (12 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago

STS Aerospace is looking for Entry Level Manufacturing Assemblers for 1st and 2nd Shift. Immediately Hiring!!! Schedules 1st Shift: 6:30am - 3:00pm. 2nd Shift: 3:30pm-12:00am. Responsibilities: -...

Manufacturing Assembler

  • Totowa, NJ (12 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Totowa, NJ (12 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Performs a wide variety of electronic or electro-mechanical assembly operations on assemblies or sub-assemblies....

Fitness equipment technician

  • Astoria, NY (12 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Astoria, NY (12 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

We are a growing professional fitness equipment repair company in NYC looking for experienced technicians in this field. Salary will be competitive depending on your experience. Please send your...

Fitness Equipment Technician

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary Do you enjoy learning new things and working with your hands? No experience necessary, youll be trained on the job. Our Fitness Equipment Technician is responsible for maintaining...

Graphics Production Associate

  • Garfield, NJ (10 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Garfield, NJ (10 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

We are seeking a dedicated and Graphic Production Associate to join our dynamic team in Garfield, NJ! In this role, you will be responsible for supporting various production processes, ensuring...

NYC Printers Need Print Production Associate

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

PART TIME/FLEXIBLE HOURS Midtown Manhattan Printer Needs General Print Production Worker/Associate Training will be provided- Candidate will learn how to and operate a large format printer,...

Commercial Kitchen Equipment Technician

  • Newark, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 1 day ago

YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY IS NOW BOARDING: Join OTG as a Commercial Kitchen Equipment Technician now and drive a new type of hospitality. Explore career opportunities in a unique hospitality...

Production Associate

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Kelly Services Production Associate in Lima , New York Hiring Now: Production Associate - $18/hr - Lima, NY Looking for a steady job with weekly pay and day shift hours ? Join our team as a...

Manufacturing Tech

  • Pearl River, NY (24 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pearl River, NY (24 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Manufacturing Tech Healthcare & Life Sciences $ 28 - $ 30 / Hour location_on Pearl River, New York work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link Adecco...

Equipment Technician

  • Belleville, NJ (3 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Belleville, NJ (3 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Job Title: Equipment Technician Location: Clara Maass Medical Center Req#: ... Status: Full-Time Shift: Day Department name: Operating Room Job Overview: Responsible for the preparation, set-up,...

Production Associate for Food (Ice Cream, Snacks) $20+ an hour

  • Keyport, NJ (20 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Keyport, NJ (20 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

An established Distribution company in the grocery and snacks industry is expanding production and manufacturing of of Freeze dried goods. We are looking for an addition to our team to undertake...

Production Associate for Food (Ice Cream, Snacks) $20 an hour

  • Keyport, NJ (20 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Keyport, NJ (20 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

An established Distribution company in the grocery and snacks industry is expanding production and manufacturing of of Freeze dried goods. We are looking for an addition to our team to undertake...

Production Specialist for the Division of Tenant and Owner Resources

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Job Description About HPD: The New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) is the nations largest municipal housing preservation and development agency. Its mission is...

Demographic Data for Newark, NJ

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Manufacturing Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Principles of Manufacturing
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Manufacturing Systems I
Learn about manufacturing systems and ways to analyze them in terms of material flow and storage, information flow, capacities, and times and durations of events, especially random events. In this...
Manufacturing Systems II
Learn how to analyze manufacturing systems to optimize performance and control costs and better understand the flow of material and information. Manufacturing systems are complex systems that...

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Salary for Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Newark, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Manufacturing Technicians in Newark, NJ offer the following education background
High School or GED
34.7%
Bachelor's Degree
22.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.9%
Associate's Degree
15.0%
Master's Degree
7.4%
Some College
2.2%
Some High School
0.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Manufacturing Technicians in Newark, NJ
2-4 years
30.3%
Less than 1 year
25.2%
6-8 years
14.0%
1-2 years
13.5%
10+ years
11.0%
None
3.1%
4-6 years
2.2%
8-10 years
0.7%



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