CPT Manufacturing Technician Jobs

Manufacturing Technician CPT jobs let F-1 students apply hands-on engineering coursework directly on the production floor. Your DSO must authorize CPT before your start date, and the role must tie to your degree program. Part-time CPT (under 20 hours weekly) preserves your full OPT eligibility after graduation.

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Open Jobs162+
Work Type99% On-site
Top LocationEssex Junction, VT
Most JobsNiagara Bottling

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Manufacturing Engineering Intern
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Manufacturing Engineering Intern
Trane Technologies
Kentwood, Michigan
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Manufacturing Engineering
$20.50 - $28.00/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Manufacturing Engineer Co-op
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Manufacturing Engineer Co-op
Applied Materials
Billerica, Massachusetts
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
Manufacturing Engineering
$31 - $41/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Manufacturing Engineering Co-op
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Manufacturing Engineering Co-op
Zoll Medical Corporation
Pawtucket, Rhode Island
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Quality Control
Manufacturing Engineering
Industrial Engineering
$27.00 - $27.00/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Manufacturing Design Engineer Intern
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Manufacturing Design Engineer Intern
Matic Robots
Menlo Park, California
Specialized Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Manufacturing Engineer Co-Op
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Manufacturing Engineer Co-Op
Watts Water Technologies
Germantown, Wisconsin
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
Manufacturing Engineering
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Manufacturing Technician CPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Manufacturing Technician role qualify for CPT authorization?

Yes, if the role is directly tied to your degree program and your school's curriculum requires or offers it for credit. Engineering technology, materials science, and industrial engineering programs typically have the strongest alignment. Your DSO makes the final call based on how well the specific job duties map to your declared major and coursework, so bring the full job description to your advising appointment.

Can I work full-time as a Manufacturing Technician on CPT?

You can work full-time CPT if your program explicitly requires it, but doing so for 12 months or more eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. Most F-1 students in manufacturing choose part-time CPT (under 20 hours per week) to protect their post-graduation OPT. Check with your DSO before accepting a full-time offer, since the OPT impact is permanent and can't be reversed after the fact.

How do I find Manufacturing Technician employers who have hired CPT students before?

Migrate Mate lets you filter by work authorization type so you can identify manufacturers with a documented history of hiring F-1 students. That DOL Labor Condition Application data shows which companies have actually gone through the process, not just which ones list 'all work authorizations welcome' in a job posting. It's a faster way to focus your applications on employers who won't be surprised by your I-20.

What documents does a manufacturing employer need from me for CPT onboarding?

You'll need your current I-20 with the CPT authorization endorsement from your DSO, your F-1 visa stamp, your passport, and your I-94 arrival record. Some manufacturers also request your EAD if one was issued, though CPT authorization lives on your I-20, not a separate EAD card in most cases. E-Verify enrolled employers will run your documents through the system at hire, so make sure your I-20 end date covers your full assignment period.

What happens to my CPT authorization if the manufacturing role changes after I start?

If your job duties shift significantly or your employer moves you to a different site or shift structure, your existing CPT authorization may no longer cover the updated role. You'd need to return to your DSO for a new I-20 endorsement reflecting the changed position before continuing work. Working outside the scope of your authorized CPT is a status violation, so flag any material changes to your employer and school immediately.