Manufacturing Jobs in Florida

Manufacturing jobs in Florida are concentrated in the Tampa Bay, Orlando, and Miami metro areas, where the state's aerospace, defense, and consumer goods sectors drive consistent demand for production workers, quality technicians, and operations managers. Established employers like Lockheed Martin, Siemens, and Publix's manufacturing division maintain large Florida footprints and hire at every level, from entry-level machine operators to experienced plant supervisors. The most in-demand specialties include CNC machining, quality assurance, and supply chain operations. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles152+
Top employerBlue Origin
Top cityFlorida
Cities hiring55
Work type87% On-site
Top industryDistribution

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Manufacturing Technician 2
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Manufacturing Technician 2
Northrop Grumman
Merritt Island, Florida
Factory & Production Work
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
$28 - $40/hr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Manufacturing Test Technician A
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L3Harris
Malabar, Florida
Factory & Production Work
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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General Manufacturing Assembler - 2nd shift (onsite)
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General Manufacturing Assembler - 2nd shift (onsite)
Collins Aerospace
Largo, Florida
Factory & Production Work
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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General Manufacturing Assembler - 1st Shift (onsite)
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General Manufacturing Assembler - 1st Shift (onsite)
Collins Aerospace
Largo, Florida
Electrical Engineering
Electrical Technician
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Manufacturing Operations Supervisor
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Manufacturing Operations Supervisor
First Class Air
Sunrise, Florida
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project Management
High school diploma or GED
11-50

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Manufacturing Jobs by City in Florida

Where Florida roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Melbourne
8 jobs
Ocala
5 jobs
Clearwater
5 jobs
Miami
4 jobs
Merritt Island
4 jobs
Largo
3 jobs
Tampa
3 jobs

Manufacturing Job Market in Florida

A snapshot from current Florida openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Blue Origin20
  • Lockheed Martin14
  • Collins Aerospace9
  • Intelligent Manufacturing Solutions5
  • L3Harris4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Distribution & Wholesale
  • Medical Devices
  • Chemicals & Materials

What Florida Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in manufacturing jobs across Florida.

  • High school diploma or GED required, with a technical degree or certificate preferred by most Florida employers
  • Hands-on experience operating or maintaining manufacturing equipment in a production environment
  • Familiarity with Lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement processes
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, or work orders accurately
  • Compliance with OSHA safety standards and experience working in regulated production environments
  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to meet quality and productivity targets consistently

Manufacturing Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a manufacturing worker in Florida?

Most manufacturing roles in Florida require a high school diploma or GED as a baseline, with technical or trade programs at Florida community colleges providing a strong edge. Programs at institutions like Hillsborough Community College or Valencia College offer manufacturing technology and CNC certifications that Florida employers recognize. Specialized roles in aerospace or defense may require additional certifications such as IPC or AWS welding credentials, which Florida employers commonly list as preferred qualifications.

Which companies hire manufacturing workers in Florida?

Companies currently hiring manufacturings in Florida include Blue Origin, Lockheed Martin, and Collins Aerospace, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Florida's aerospace corridor along the Space Coast and its strong defense and consumer goods base mean that large industrial employers regularly post openings across multiple facilities throughout the state.

Which Florida cities have the most manufacturing jobs?

Florida, Orlando, and Jacksonville account for the greatest concentration of manufacturing openings in Florida. Tampa Bay leads due to its deep base of defense contractors, medical device makers, and distribution operations, while Orlando's aerospace and simulation industries anchor hiring there, and smaller metros like Jacksonville draw volume from logistics, food processing, and industrial equipment companies with major Florida facilities.

Are there remote manufacturing jobs in Florida?

Yes, but they're rare. Manufacturing work is inherently hands-on and tied to physical production facilities, so most roles require on-site presence. About 13% of manufacturing openings tied to Florida are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those are typically in functions like quality systems management, supply chain coordination, or manufacturing engineering roles where documentation and planning can be done off-site.

How can I get hired as a manufacturing worker in Florida with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for general production associate or assembly technician roles, which Florida employers like Lockheed Martin and Siemens routinely post for candidates without prior factory experience. Florida community colleges offer short-term manufacturing certificates that signal readiness to local hiring managers. Apprenticeship programs through Florida's apprenticeship division at the Department of Education place candidates directly with sponsoring manufacturers, providing paid on-the-job training alongside classroom instruction.

Where can I find and apply to manufacturing jobs in Florida?

You can find and apply to manufacturing jobs in Florida on Migrate Mate, which lists current Florida openings across production, quality, and operations roles. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your background and location, and apply directly to the openings that match your experience.

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