Manufacturing Operator Jobs in Texas

Manufacturing Operator jobs in Texas are concentrated in petrochemical and refining, aerospace and defense, semiconductor fabrication, and food and beverage processing, with demand at every level from entry-line to senior process technician. The biggest hiring activity is in Houston, San Antonio, and the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, where employers like ExxonMobil, Samsung Austin Semiconductor, and Lockheed Martin maintain major production facilities. The most in-demand specialties right now are chemical process operations, CNC machining, and quality control inspection. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles38
Top employerWalmart
Top cityRobinson, TX
Cities hiring16
Work type67% Remote
Top industryChemicals

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Visionworks
Manufacturing Operator Tech II (Surface)
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Manufacturing Operator Tech II (Surface)
Visionworks
Schertz, Texas
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
$17 - $19.62/hr
Remote (US)
High school diploma or GED
5,001-10,000

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Visionworks
Manufacturing Operator Tech II (Surface) - PM
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Manufacturing Operator Tech II (Surface) - PM
Visionworks
Schertz, Texas
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
$17 - $19.62/hr
Remote (US)
High school diploma or GED
5,001-10,000

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FormFactor, Inc.
Manufacturing Operator 4
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FormFactor, Inc.
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Manufacturing Operator 4
FormFactor, Inc.
Farmers Branch, Texas
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
Assembly
On-Site
None
1,001-5,000

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VRC Technologies, Inc
Production Operator-Chemical Manufacturing
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VRC Technologies, Inc
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Production Operator-Chemical Manufacturing
VRC Technologies, Inc
Brownwood, Texas
Factory & Production Work
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
$19 - $20/hr
On-Site
High school diploma or GED

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FormFactor, Inc.
Manufacturing Operator 2
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FormFactor, Inc.
Added 4d ago
Manufacturing Operator 2
FormFactor, Inc.
Farmers Branch, Texas
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
Maintenance & Repair
On-Site
High School
1,001-5,000

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Manufacturing Operator Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Robinson
7 jobs
Farmers Branch
7 jobs
San Antonio
4 jobs
Houston
3 jobs
Stephenville
3 jobs
Schertz
2 jobs
Mansfield
2 jobs
Dallas
1 job
Denton
1 job

Manufacturing Operator Job Market in Texas

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

Who's Hiring

Walmart
Walmart7 open roles
FormFactor
FormFactor7 open roles
Visionworks
Visionworks4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Chemicals & Materials
  • Electronics & Hardware
  • Energy

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in manufacturing operator jobs across Texas.

  • High school diploma or GED with demonstrated manufacturing or production floor experience
  • Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, work orders, and process documentation
  • Familiarity with safety protocols including lockout/tagout, PPE use, and OSHA standards
  • Experience operating or monitoring automated production equipment and conveyor systems
  • Basic math and measurement skills for quality checks and material quantities
  • Forklift operator certification or demonstrated ability to earn one quickly

Manufacturing Operator Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a manufacturing operator in Texas?

Most manufacturing operator roles in Texas require a high school diploma or GED and are filled through on-the-job training, though a certificate or associate degree in industrial technology, process technology, or manufacturing from a Texas community college strengthens your application. Texas does not require a state license for general manufacturing operators, but roles in petrochemical plants often expect a Process Technology certificate from a program accredited by the Texas Association of Community Colleges. Earning a TWIC card is also an advantage for Gulf Coast industrial sites.

Which companies hire manufacturing operators in Texas?

Texas manufacturing operator roles are posted by Walmart, FormFactor, and Visionworks and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's concentration of petrochemical plants along the Gulf Coast, semiconductor fabs in the Austin corridor, and aerospace manufacturers in the DFW area means hiring is spread across a broad range of industries and company sizes.

Which Texas cities have the most manufacturing operator jobs?

Robinson, Farmers Branch, and San Antonio have the most manufacturing operator openings in Texas right now. Houston leads because of its dense cluster of oil refining and petrochemical facilities along the Ship Channel, while San Antonio's food manufacturing and military aerospace contractors drive steady demand, and the DFW metroplex draws volume from defense, electronics, and consumer goods production across its large industrial park network.

Are there remote manufacturing operator jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they're rare. Manufacturing operator work is hands-on and tied to a physical production environment, so most roles require on-site presence. About 67% of manufacturing operator openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions are almost exclusively in quality documentation review, process monitoring oversight, or technical coordination rather than direct line operation.

How can I get hired as a manufacturing operator in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for production associate or assembly technician roles at large Texas manufacturers that run structured new-hire training programs, such as the refinery apprenticeship pipelines offered through Gulf Coast chemical companies or the paid manufacturing technician programs at semiconductor facilities in the Austin area. Texas community colleges like San Jacinto College and Lee College offer short-term process technology certificates that major employers recognize and that significantly improve your chances of landing a first role without prior plant experience.

Where can I find and apply to manufacturing operator jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to manufacturing operator jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search for roles that match your experience level and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit. No account creation is required to see and apply to listings.

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