Manufacturing Technician Jobs in North Carolina

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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GEIGER

Operations Technician - Webber

  • GEIGER
  • Hildebran, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • GEIGER
  • Hildebran, NC
  • 3 days ago

Why join us? If you're looking for a fulfilling manufacturing career, you've come to the right place. At Geiger, we're searching for dedicated manufacturing talent to support our business growth....

Production Associate - Plymouth, NC

  • Plymouth, NC
  • 29 days ago
  • Plymouth, NC
  • 29 days ago

Weyerhaeuser’s Lumber Mill in Plymouth, NC is accepting applications for Entry Level Production Associates. We are seeking individuals who desire to work in a market-focused, lumber manufacturing...

Facilities Food Equipment Technician II - Raleigh/Durham

  • Matthews, NC
  • 1 hour ago
  • Matthews, NC
  • 1 hour ago

Summary: Provide equipment, cooking and food prep maintenance, repair and support for the Fresh Foods (including Starbucks departments) to assigned service calls and/or specific stores/areas....

Manufacturing Technician II- 2nd Shift (Cell Line)

  • Fayetteville, NC
  • 2 hours ago
  • Fayetteville, NC
  • 2 hours ago

Eaton's ES AMER ARS PDCAD division is currently seeking a Manufacturing Technician II- 2nd Shift (Cell Line). Shift ours: 2:30pm - 11pm Monday - Friday....

Sr. Manufacturing Specialist I, MFG Tech Ops

  • Durham, NC
  • 22 hours ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 22 hours ago

About this RoleIn this Sr. Manufacturing Specialist I role, you will be responsible for manufacturing support tasks including technical writing, project management, and process implementation in...

Production Associate - 3rd Shift

  • Lexington, NC
  • 22 hours ago
  • Lexington, NC
  • 22 hours ago

The ability to stand or walk an entire shift (can be 8-10 hours) The ability to read measurements, work or calculate numbers, use handheld tools, including but not limited to handheld pallet jacks,...

Production Associate 1st shift

  • Lexington, NC
  • 22 hours ago
  • Lexington, NC
  • 22 hours ago

The ability to stand or walk an entire shift (can be 8-10 hours) The ability to read measurements, work or calculate numbers, use handheld tools, including but not limited to handheld pallet jacks,...

Production Associate I

  • Hamlet, NC
  • 22 hours ago
  • Hamlet, NC
  • 22 hours ago

Machine Operation and Order Fulfillment (65%): Prepare materials needed for order....

Medical Equipment Technician

  • Fayetteville, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Fayetteville, NC
  • 1 day ago

Description AdaptHealth Opportunity - Apply Today! At AdaptHealth we offer full-service home medical equipment products and services to empower patients to live their best lives - out of the...

Production Associate

  • Sanford, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Sanford, NC
  • 1 day ago

Broadwind Industrial Solutions is growing and adding Production Associates to our team in Sanford, NC. This position will work in a variety of roles as needed to support production. We are looking...

Posting Type: Adjunct Faculty Job Description Summary: Teaching faculty at Guilford Technical Community College are responsible for supporting student success by creating an optimum learning...

Manufacturing Planner 2

  • Kinston, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Kinston, NC
  • 1 day ago

Overview Spirit AeroSystems designs and builds aerostructures for both commercial and defense customers. With headquarters in Wichita, Kansas, Spirit operates sites in the U.S., U.K., France and...

Production Technician - Fill (Part-time 10:45pm-6:45am)

  • Marion, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Marion, NC
  • 1 day ago

This is where you save and sustain lives At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. Youll feel...

Manufacturing Technician - GM MET

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 1 day ago

Requisition Number: 67549 Corning is vital to progress in the industries we help shape and in the world we share. We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and...

Manufacturing Technician, SD/SEV Aseptic

  • Lenoir, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Lenoir, NC
  • 1 day ago

General Requirements This position will require the employee to fulfill the following general requirements for employment at Stallergenes Greer and includes but not limited to: Practice good...

Demographic Data for North Carolina

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Manufacturing Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Principles of Manufacturing
Learn the principles of manufacturing: process control, production flow, supply chain and basic finance, from the worlds #1 ranked Mechanical Engineering department. Develop the fundamental skills...
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 North Carolina

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturing research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Manufacturing Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Manufacturing Technicians in North Carolina 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 North Carolina
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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