Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Cary, NC

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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Process Technician - Formulation/Filling/Material Prep (Nights)

  • Lilly
  • Durham, NC (17 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Durham, NC (17 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 13 hours ago

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world...

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Manufacturing Process Technician I (Packaging) - Day Shift

  • Novo Nordisk
  • Clayton, NC (20 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Clayton, NC (20 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 1 day ago

About the Department You will be joining Fill & Finish Expansions (FFEx), which is responsible for all major expansion activities within aseptic production, solid dosage forms, finished products,...

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Production Associate - Garment/Linen/Bulk Product Folder - 2nd Shift

  • Cintas Corporation
  • Durham, NC (17 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Durham, NC (17 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 4 days ago

Requisition Number: 227061 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Production Associate - Garment/Linen/Bulk Product Folder to support the Rental Division. The Product Folder is responsible for...

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Production Associate

  • Aerotek
  • Cary, NC
  • 5 days ago
  • Cary, NC
  • 5 days ago

Production Associate Job Description The Production Associate supports laboratory and production operations by preparing and testing oil samples using established oil analysis techniques. This...

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Process Technician - Filling (Days)

  • Lilly
  • Durham, NC (17 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Durham, NC (17 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 7 days ago

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world...

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Bank Equipment Technician

  • Cennox
  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 7 days ago

BANK EQUIPMENT TECHNICIANS NEEDED IN RALEIGH, NC Do you enjoy the freedom of the "GIG" economy, but you are tired of the ups and downs of the income? Are you a self-driven entrepreneur? We can...

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Production Associate

  • Manpower
  • Durham, NC (17 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Durham, NC (17 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 8 days ago

As an associate, you will be part of the manufacturing team supporting the assembly line operations....

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QA Manufacturing Specialist II/Senior (night shift)

  • KBI Biopharma
  • Durham, NC (17 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Durham, NC (17 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 12 days ago

Please Note: This is a night shift opportunity that follows a 2-2-3 schedule. It will be eligible for a shift differential. Job Summary The QA Manufacturing Specialist is responsible for ensuring...

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QA Manufacturing Specialist II

  • KBI Biopharma
  • Durham, NC (17 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Durham, NC (17 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 12 days ago

Please Note: This is a day shift opportunity that follows a 2-2-3 schedule Job Summary The QA Manufacturing Specialist is responsible for ensuring raw materials, products, processes, facilities,...

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QA Manufacturing Specialist II/Senior (Day Shift)

  • KBI Biopharma
  • Durham, NC (17 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Durham, NC (17 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 12 days ago

Please Note: This is a day shift opportunity that follows a 2-2-3 schedule Job Summary The QA Manufacturing Specialist, Senior is responsible for ensuring raw materials, products, processes,...

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Manufacturing Specialist, Manufacturing Support

  • FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies
  • Holly Springs, NC (11 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Holly Springs, NC (11 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 12 days ago

Position Overview Make an impact Help us run a world-class drug substance manufacturing operation that's safe, compliant, and always ready. As a Manufacturing Specialist, Manufacturing Support,...

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Associate Manufacturing Specialist

  • Alcami Corporation
  • Morrisville, NC (7 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Morrisville, NC (7 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 12 days ago

Provide feedback and training to manufacturing technicians to support right first-time manufacturing initiatives. Perform logbook reviews and support corrective action as necessary....

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Manufacturing Specialist 1, Campaign Readiness

  • FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies
  • Holly Springs, NC (11 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Holly Springs, NC (11 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 13 days ago

Position Overview Join a high-growth biomanufacturing site and help ensure safe, compliant, and reliable production. As a Manufacturing Specialist I, you'll be a hands-on problem solver who...

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Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Technician II, Upstream (DPI)

  • United Therapeutics
  • Durham, NC (17 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Durham, NC (17 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 13 days ago

California, US residents click here. The job details are as follows: Who we are We are the first publicly-traded biotech or pharmaceutical company to take the form of a public benefit corporation....

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Specialist, Manufacturing Manufacturing Specialist I, Drug Product

  • Oxford Biomedica
  • Durham, NC (17 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Durham, NC (17 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 13 days ago

At OXB, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We're on a mission to enable life-changing therapies to reach patients around the worldand we're looking for passionate individuals who...

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Demographic Data for Cary, NC

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Manufacturing Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Cary, NC

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Highest Education Level

Manufacturing Technicians in Cary, NC offer the following education background
High School or GED
34.1%
Bachelor's Degree
22.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.9%
Associate's Degree
15.1%
Master's Degree
7.6%
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 Cary, NC
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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