Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Clayton, 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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Manufacturing Technician - Knightdale - NC

  • Knightdale, NC (12 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Knightdale, NC (12 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 1 day ago

The Manufacturing Technician is responsible for completing all assigned work according to specifications in a high quality and safe manner....

Technical Production Specialist II- Sterile Filling 1

  • Clayton, NC
  • 11 days ago
  • Clayton, NC
  • 11 days ago

Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since...

Production Specialist

  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 11 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 11 days ago

Production Specialist** **Anywhere** **Type:** Contract **Category:** UI/UX **Industry:** Technology **Workplace Type:** Remote **Reference ID:** JN -...35 **Date Posted:** 06/17/2025...

Material Handling Equipment Technician II - Sysco Raleigh (R202403)

  • Selma, NC (11 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Selma, NC (11 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 12 days ago

Job Description: Company: US0163 Sysco Raleigh, LLC Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 27576 Travel Percentage: 0 COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of Syscos actual...

Material Handling Equipment Technician - Now Hiring

  • Selma, NC (11 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 18 days ago
  • Selma, NC (11 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 18 days ago

Company: US0163 Sysco Raleigh, LLC Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 27576 Travel Percentage: 0 COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of Syscos actual pay range but is...

Material Handling Equipment Technician II

  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 18 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 18 days ago

Company: US0163 Sysco Raleigh, LLC Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 27576 Travel Percentage: 0 COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of Syscos actual pay range but is...

Material Handling Equipment Technician - Immediate Opening

  • Smithfield, NC (11 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 18 days ago
  • Smithfield, NC (11 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 18 days ago

Company: US0163 Sysco Raleigh, LLC Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 27576 Travel Percentage: 0 COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of Syscos actual pay range but is...

Plant Technician

  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 20 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 20 days ago

A pharmaceutical company in Raleigh is looking for a plant engineering technician to join their team. - preparing work orders out of SAP - processing all documentation for Sr. Technicians -...

Facilities Food Equipment Technician

  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 20 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 20 days ago

Insight Global is seeking a Facilities Food Equipment Technician for one of our supermarket retail clients. As a Facilities Food Equipment Technician, you will provide equipment, cooking and food...

Instructor - Certified Production Technician (Part-Time)

  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 21 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 21 days ago

POSITION OVERVIEW: ProTrain is currently recruiting for an experienced in-classroom, and/or LIVE synchronous instructor with experience teaching Certified Production Technician courses. This...

Material Handling Equipment Technician II

  • Selma, NC (11 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 26 days ago
  • Selma, NC (11 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 26 days ago

This is an Operations position responsible for assisting Material Handling Equipment (MHE) technician III with maintenance activities associated with material handling equipment, and maintenance...

Service Compressed Air and Lift Equipment Technician

  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Johnson Automotive is looking for a Service Compressed Air and Lift Equipment Technician for our dealerships in the Triangle area. Service Compressed Air and Lift Equipment Technicians are...

Heavy Equipment Technician

  • Zebulon, NC (16 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Zebulon, NC (16 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Summary The Heavy Equipment Technician performs technical work on Heavy Trucks and Equipment. Assists in troubleshooting of all road and shop inquiries. Our technicians ensure the quality of...

Quality Process Technician

  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 45+ days ago

Quality Process Technician Michelin is hiring! - This opportunity is in Woodburn, Indiana in our BF Goodrich tire plant. Woodburn is a small town located about 30 minutes east of Fort Wayne, IN....

Production Specialist I - Spectrum News 1

  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 45+ days ago

Are you interested in using the latest video production technologies to create award-winning stories? Are you looking to work on a collaborative and creative team? Apply to be a Production...

Demographic Data for Clayton, NC

Moving to Clayton, NC? Find some basic demographic data about Clayton, NC below.


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Manufacturing Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Clayton, NC

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Manufacturing Technicians in Clayton, NC offer the following education background
High School or GED
34.5%
Bachelor's Degree
22.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.8%
Associate's Degree
15.0%
Master's Degree
7.5%
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 Clayton, 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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