Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Rhode Island

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 - Contractor - A

  • Hopkinton, RI
  • 3 days ago
  • Hopkinton, RI
  • 3 days ago

A client of Innova Solutions is immediately hiring a Manufacturing Technician Position Type: Full time Contract Duration: 12 months Location: Ashaway, RI (Onsite) As a Manufacturing Technician you will...

Manufacturing Technician (US Citizen) - Ashaway RI - JP7213

  • Hopkinton, RI
  • 3 days ago
  • Hopkinton, RI
  • 3 days ago

Salary Not Available Position range in Rhode Island $49k - $73k Per Year Manufacturing Technician (US Citizen) - Ashaway RI - JP7213 Altimeter Solutions Occupation: Industrial Engineering Technologists...

Associate Manufacturing Process Technician

  • West Greenwich, RI
  • 3 days ago
  • West Greenwich, RI
  • 3 days ago

Salary Not Available Associate Manufacturing Process Technician Astrix Technology Location: West Greenwich, RI - 02817 Positions available: 1 Job #: 274287728 Source: NLX Posted: 3/29/2025 Web...

Entry Level & Skilled Production Associates - 2nd & 3rd Shift

  • West Warwick, RI
  • 10 days ago
  • West Warwick, RI
  • 10 days ago

Want to work for a company that puts people first and offers opportunities for growth and development? Join our team as a Production Associate on 2nd or 3rd shift! Worthington Enterprises - Amtrol...

Production Associate

  • Slatersville, RI
  • 10 days ago
  • Slatersville, RI
  • 10 days ago

. + Proficiency in machine operation and using hand tools....

Process Technician

  • Cranston, RI
  • 11 days ago
  • Cranston, RI
  • 11 days ago

Process Technician Full Time Cranston, RI, US Yesterday Requisition ID: 1363 Salary: $18.00 Hourly JOB TITLE: Process Technician LOCATION: Cranston, RI BENEFITS & PERKS: Finlays is committed to...

Production Specialist

  • Providence, RI
  • 12 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 12 days ago

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

Production Technician

  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 14 days ago
  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 14 days ago

Able to use basic hand tools for functions of the job....

Outside Plant Technician - Urgent Vacancies

  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 17 days ago
  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 17 days ago

Outside Plant Technician - Urgent Vacancies compensation: To be discussed. Responsibilities: Perform routine maintenance and inspections on equipment and systems. Diagnose mechanical, electrical,...

Outside Plant Technician

  • Warwick, RI
  • 17 days ago
  • Warwick, RI
  • 17 days 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...

Production Associate l 1st Shift

  • East Providence, RI
  • 18 days ago
  • East Providence, RI
  • 18 days ago

Experience: Prior machine operation experience is a plus but not required. Must be capable of training and learning semi-automated equipment....

Production Associate Dermagraft

  • Smithfield, RI
  • 21 days ago
  • Smithfield, RI
  • 21 days ago

About Us We are a leading regenerative medicine company in the advanced and acute wound care space and are always looking for exceptional talent. Join a company where you will have an opportunity...

Manufacturing Technician

  • East Greenwich, RI
  • 22 days ago
  • East Greenwich, RI
  • 22 days ago

The Process Associate III will work with other production team members in an assigned production area, with goals to meet production schedules in accordance within quality, cost, delivery,...

Clinical Equipment Technician

  • Providence, RI
  • 23 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 23 days ago

Summary: The Clinical Equipment Technician (PCE) Tech reports to the Supervisor Patient Care Equipment. Cleans disinfects and delivers medical equipment accessories and supplies. Tech will be...

Production Technician - Now Hiring

  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 30+ days ago
  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 30+ days ago

Job ID 307924 Date posted 05/14/2025 New, easy-to-apply options are available for this role: chat with our recruiting assistant Ana at careers.cargill.com or text CargillJobs to 60196. If you do...

Demographic Data for Rhode Island

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Manufacturing Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Rhode Island

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

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Manufacturing Technicians in Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island
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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