Manufacturing Equipment Technician Jobs

Manufacturing Equipment Technician jobs are open across automotive, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, aerospace, and heavy industrials, from entry-level and apprentice roles to senior technician and lead positions, with specializations in preventive maintenance, PLC troubleshooting, and mechanical systems repair. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles171+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerTesla
Top cityFremont, CA
Work type93% On-site
Top industryElectronics

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Manufacturing Equipment Engineer – EV Battery
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Manufacturing Equipment Engineer – EV Battery
K&K Technical
Liberty, North Carolina
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
$55 - $60/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in engineering

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Manufacturing Equipment Reliability Technologist
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Manufacturing Equipment Reliability Technologist
Howmet Aerospace
La Porte, Indiana
Automation QA
Cloud & DevOps
DevOps
$25 - $40/hr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Manufacturing Equipment Reliability Technician
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Manufacturing Equipment Reliability Technician
Taldeco
Pontiac, Michigan
Maintenance & Repair
Quality Control
Skilled Trades
$25 - $38/hr
High school diploma or GED
11-50

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Manufacturing Equipment Technician - Compressed Nights
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Manufacturing Equipment Technician - Compressed Nights
MACOM Technology Solutions
Durham, North Carolina
Customer Success
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
1,001-5,000

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DAYSHIFT Manufacturing Equipment Operator
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DAYSHIFT Manufacturing Equipment Operator
USHydrations
Pittston, Pennsylvania
Factory & Production Work
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
$23 - $28/hr
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
201-500

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Manufacturing Equipment Technician Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Tesla38
  • American Honda Motor16
  • Wolfspeed10
  • MACOM Technology Solutions6
  • GlobalFoundries5

Top Industries Hiring

  • Electronics & Hardware12
  • Manufacturing9
  • Medical Devices1
  • Renewable Energy1
  • Construction & Real Estate1

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in manufacturing equipment technician jobs.

  • High school diploma or GED with vocational or technical school training preferred
  • Hands-on experience maintaining and repairing industrial or manufacturing equipment
  • Proficiency reading mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic schematics and blueprints
  • Experience with PLC programming or troubleshooting on platforms such as Allen-Bradley or Siemens
  • Familiarity with preventive maintenance programs and CMMS software
  • OSHA 10 or 30 certification or willingness to obtain within a defined period

Tips for Your Manufacturing Equipment Technician Job Search

Tailor your resume to equipment types

List the specific machines and systems you've maintained, not just generic duties. Hiring managers search for CNC, hydraulics, pneumatics, or conveyor systems by name, so matching their equipment vocabulary gets your resume past the first screen.

Highlight certifications and completed training

OSHA 10 or 30, NFPA 70E electrical safety, and any OEM-specific training courses belong near the top of your resume. Certifications signal you can hit the floor running and reduce the employer's onboarding cost from day one.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists manufacturing equipment technician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target postings that name your PLC brand

If you're strong on Allen-Bradley or Siemens, search for those terms specifically. Roles that name a PLC platform are filtering for hands-on experience, and matching that exact system in your application dramatically improves your callback rate.

Prepare a troubleshooting example for every interview

Interviewers for technician roles almost always ask you to walk through a real breakdown you diagnosed and fixed. Prepare two or three concrete examples that show your diagnostic process, the tools you used, and the downtime you reduced.

Negotiate shift differential before accepting an offer

Many technician roles run across second and third shifts. Ask about shift differential pay and rotation schedules before you accept, not after. That detail can significantly change the real value of an offer compared to a day-shift position.

Manufacturing Equipment Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most manufacturing equipment technicians?

The companies hiring the most manufacturing equipment technicians right now include Tesla, American Honda Motor, and Wolfspeed, with the largest share of openings in California, North Carolina, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to be highest at facilities running continuous or high-volume production lines where unplanned downtime carries significant cost.

How many manufacturing equipment technician jobs are remote?

About 7% of manufacturing equipment technician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include documentation roles, remote monitoring of automated systems, and technical support positions where troubleshooting is conducted through software rather than physical access to equipment.

How do you become a manufacturing equipment technician?

Most manufacturing equipment technicians start with a high school diploma and then complete a certificate or associate degree program in industrial maintenance, mechatronics, or electrical technology at a community or technical college. From there, entry-level positions or apprenticeships provide hands-on experience with real production equipment. Building proficiency with PLC systems, hydraulics, and predictive maintenance tools, while adding certifications like OSHA 10 and NFPA 70E, strengthens your candidacy for higher-level roles.

Can you get hired as a manufacturing equipment technician with little experience?

Yes, you can break into the field with limited experience by targeting apprenticeship programs, maintenance helper roles, or positions at smaller facilities that invest in on-the-job training. Completing a vocational certificate, demonstrating mechanical aptitude through personal projects or coursework, and earning an entry-level safety certification like OSHA 10 all signal readiness to employers who would otherwise require years of direct experience.

What does the manufacturing equipment technician interview process look like?

The process typically starts with a phone screen covering your equipment background and shift availability, followed by an in-person interview with a maintenance supervisor or plant manager. Many employers include a practical skills assessment where you read a schematic, describe a troubleshooting process, or demonstrate familiarity with hand and power tools. Final-stage interviews may involve a facility walkthrough so the team can gauge your familiarity with the type of equipment on the floor.

Where can I find and apply to manufacturing equipment technician jobs?

You can find and apply to manufacturing equipment technician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your equipment background and location, then apply directly to each opening that fits.

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