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Manufacturing Technician
A Manufacturing Technician operates and maintains production equipment on a factory floor, performing quality checks, assembling components, and troubleshooting mechanical or process issues as they arise during a shift. This hands-on, entry-to-mid-level role applies Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles to reduce waste and defects, often involving CNC Machine Operation and rigorous Quality Control checks. Strong Troubleshooting skills are essential for keeping production lines running with minimal downtime.
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Open Manufacturing Technician roles (39)
Manufacturing Technician
KLA-Tencor
San Diego, CA
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Manufacturing Technician
Varian Medical Systems
HAC
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Manufacturing Technician
FLIR Systems
San Diego, CA
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Second Operations Technician
Desert Tech
West Valley, Utah
This role involves operating finishing and tumbling equipment in a firearms manufacturing facility while helping coordinate the flow of materials and products through production. It suits someone with mechanical aptitude and attention to detail who can work independently and communicate effectively with production teams.
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Programming Coordinator
Arrow Electronics
Full-time · Gelang Patah, Johor
This role involves operating and maintaining electronics programming and marking equipment in a manufacturing environment, processing customer orders through various programming methods. It suits someone with practical experience in electronics assembly or similar technical manufacturing who can work rotating shifts in a fast-paced facility.
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Manufacturing Associate III / IV, Purification (Nights)
Biogen
Full-time · Research Triangle Park, NC · $26 – $41 / hour
This role supports biopharmaceutical manufacturing in a purification facility, operating equipment like chromatography and filtration systems while maintaining precise documentation in a regulated environment. It suits people with relevant laboratory or manufacturing experience who can work night shifts and thrive in structured, compliance-focused settings.
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Composites Extrusion Technician II - 2nd Shift
Andersen Corporation
Full-time · Bayport, MN · $28 – $40 / hour
This role involves troubleshooting extrusion processes, maintaining tooling, and training operators on a composites manufacturing team. It suits someone with technical aptitude who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment supporting production goals.
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Manufacturing Technician (Operations & Development)
Alcoa
Full-time · New Kensington, PA · $56,135
A hands-on manufacturing role in an R&D environment operating industrial and laboratory equipment to support both daily aluminum production and development of next-generation processes. Suited to people who enjoy working with diverse equipment, problem-solving, and contributing to innovation while rotating through 12-hour shifts.
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Team Lead Maintenance 3rd C Building
The Hershey Company
Hershey, PA
This role manages complex technical diagnostics, maintenance, and corrective actions across manufacturing equipment and systems. It suits experienced technicians who can lead cross-functional projects, apply advanced troubleshooting, and enforce safety and quality standards in a production environment.
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Filling Set-up Sr. Technician, Operations (2nd Shift) - Onsite
Merck
Full-time · Rahway, NJ · $68,000 – $107,000
This role involves hands-on setup, operation, and troubleshooting of sterile filling equipment and isolators in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. It suits technicians with manufacturing background who are comfortable with complex automated systems, GMP compliance, and shift work in a regulated environment.
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Where Manufacturing Technicians commonly go next: Manufacturing Engineer.
Manufacturing Engineer
Stanley Black & Decker
Sedalia, MO
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Manufacturing Engineer
Rockwell Automation
Mequon, WI
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Manufacturing Engineer
Vermeer Corporation
Piedmont, SC
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Manufacturing Engineer
Schreiber Foods
Monett, MO
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Manufacturing Engineer
Mercury Marine
Fond Du Lac, WI
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Manufacturing Engineer
Marlin Firearms
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Manufacturing Engineer
Jabil
Claremont, NH
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Manufacturing Engineer
FLIR Systems
Newark, CA
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Sr. Manufacturing Engineer
Crane Co.
Chandler, AZ
A senior manufacturing engineer role focused on optimizing production processes for complex RF and microwave components in defense and aerospace applications. This suits experienced engineers who thrive in high-reliability electronics manufacturing and want to lead cross-functional improvements while mentoring junior staff.
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Reagent Manufacturing Engineer
Beckman Coulter
Indianapolis, IN
This role involves overseeing the transition of reagent products from development to manufacturing and optimizing existing production processes at a life sciences company. It suits engineers with a regulated manufacturing background who want to bridge product development and operations in a diagnostics environment.
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Cambria
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Production Technician
Supercast
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Production Supervisor
Stryker Corporation
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Production Technician
Reddy Ice
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Production Supervisor
Ocean Spray
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Production Technician
Occidental Petroleum
Mentone Warehouse
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Quality Technician
Oreck Corporation
Greer, SC
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Production Technician
Crane Co.
Auburn, CA
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Maintenance Technician
Cleveland Clinic
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Production Technician
Shield AI
Dallas, TX · $24 – $37 / hour
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