Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Piscataway, 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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Automotive Equipment Technician

  • New Brunswick, NJ (4 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (4 miles from Piscataway, 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...

Commercial Kitchen Equipment Technician

  • Newark, NJ (19 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newark, NJ (19 miles from Piscataway, 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 Technician

  • Jamesburg, NJ (15 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jamesburg, NJ (15 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Experience in production packaging, labeling, and machine operation. Strong attention to detail. Basic computer knowledge. Ability to lift 5 - 40 pounds and stand continually throughout the shift....

Sign Production Specialist

  • Lawrenceville, NJ (22 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lawrenceville, NJ (22 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

FASTSIGNS #121101 is hiring for a full-time Sign Production Specialist to join our team! Benefits/Perks: Competitive Pay Paid Vacation and Holiday Performance Bonus Ongoing Training Opportunities...

Equipment Technician

  • Belleville, NJ (22 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Belleville, NJ (22 miles from Piscataway, 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 (16 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Keyport, NJ (16 miles from Piscataway, 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 (16 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Keyport, NJ (16 miles from Piscataway, 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...

Chemical Production Tech

  • Branchburg, NJ (14 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Branchburg, NJ (14 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Forklift Operation: Use forklifts or pallet jacks to move materials (training provided if needed)....

QC Production Associate (Chemist)

  • Somerset, NJ (4 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Somerset, NJ (4 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Kelly Science is seeking a Quality Control Production Associate (Chemist) opportunity with a leading company located in Somerset, NJ. Pay: $27/hour Shift: Monday- Friday 2:00am-10am and rotating...

QC Production Associate (Chemist) in NJ

  • Somerset, NJ (4 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Somerset, NJ (4 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Kelly Science is seeking a Quality Control Production Associate (Chemist) opportunity with a leading company located in Somerset, NJ. Pay: $27/hour Shift: Monday- Friday 2:00am-10am and rotating...

Production Technician I

  • Millburn, NJ (15 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Millburn, NJ (15 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Job Description Summary #LI-Onsite This role is located on-site in Millburn, NJ. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role: please only apply if this location is accessible for...

QC Production Associate (Chemist)

  • Somerset, NJ (4 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Somerset, NJ (4 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Kelly Science is seeking a Quality Control Production Associate (Chemist) opportunity with a leading company located in Somerset, NJ. Pay: $27/hour Shift: Monday- Friday 2:00am-10am and rotating...

OR Equipment Technician

  • Flemington, NJ (21 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Flemington, NJ (21 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Position Summary Responsible for pre-op and post-op case preparation including case picking for all surgical procedures. Provides equipment, supplies and furniture for cases as needed as part of...

Manufacturing Technician I

  • Mountain Lakes, NJ (23 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Mountain Lakes, NJ (23 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Manufacturing Technician I Job ID: 23-04785 Duties: Job Description Associate Production Technician Location: Mountain Lakes, NJ Status: Fulltime (40 hours/week) Shift: 2nd shift US 2:00 - 10:30pm eastern...

Engineering Process Technician 1st Shift/ Onsite

  • Parsippany, NJ (21 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (21 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Job Description Summary Job Description Job Description Summary: As an Engineering Process Technician, you will support new manufacturing engineering developments and continuous improvement...

Demographic Data for Piscataway, NJ

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Manufacturing Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Piscataway, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Manufacturing Technicians in Piscataway, 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 Piscataway, 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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