Entry Level Manufacturing Technician Jobs
New grad manufacturing technician jobs connect recent graduates and entry level candidates with 0 to 2 years of experience to hands-on roles where internship work and technical coursework can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site positions across Manufacturing, Electronics & Hardware, and Medical Devices, with employers like First Solar, Sanmina, and L3Harris hiring at this level now.
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Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Starts and shuts down injection molding machines.
- Troubleshoots injection molding machines.
- Assembles injection molds from start to finish for production runs.
- Removes and installs plastic injection molds of varying sizes and complexities in molding machines according to work order specifications.
- Sets up End of Arm tooling for robotic part removal.
- Ensures proper materials are used at each machine by managing raw molding materials ensuring traceability and preventing contamination.
- Provides molded components in a timely manner to ensure production schedules are met.
- Maintains set-up records on tools, preventative maintenance and run profiles.
- Troubleshoots and makes repairs to Electrical, Mechanical, Hydraulic, Pneumatic Systems to a minimum of 120v unassisted and up to 480v assisted.
- Performs minor repairs to plumbing systems.
- Performs Preventive Maintenance on all equipment in assigned areas.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Required Skills/Abilities:
- Basic understanding of Electrical systems.
- Ability to troubleshoot and repair systems using LOTO procedures.
- Ability to read and comprehend Technical Manuals for various types of manufacturing equipment.
- Ability to use CMMS, e-Mail, and various spreadsheet applications.
- Basic mechanical aptitude or interest in working with machinery.
- Good problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow processes and procedures.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Familiarity with determining necessary tool accuracy to be appropriate with given tolerances.
- Strong understanding of and ability to apply measurement methods to inspection and/or testing.
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Two (2) to five (5) years Manufacturing experience in a semi-skilled position preferred.
- Completion of Company provided Basic Technical Training Course within 18 months.
- Experience working in fast pace, high change environment.
Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:
- Exposure to machine noise.
- Typical office/factory environment with possibility of exposure to heat in production area.
- Working conditions are normal for a high-volume manufacturing environment.
- Work may involve lifting of materials and product up to 50 pounds and working in and around heavy equipment.
- Working in this environment requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to, eye safety glasses, hearing protectors, and work boots. This role may require walking in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment.
Please submit your application via the ‘Apply’ button.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Starts and shuts down injection molding machines.
- Troubleshoots injection molding machines.
- Assembles injection molds from start to finish for production runs.
- Removes and installs plastic injection molds of varying sizes and complexities in molding machines according to work order specifications.
- Sets up End of Arm tooling for robotic part removal.
- Ensures proper materials are used at each machine by managing raw molding materials ensuring traceability and preventing contamination.
- Provides molded components in a timely manner to ensure production schedules are met.
- Maintains set-up records on tools, preventative maintenance and run profiles.
- Troubleshoots and makes repairs to Electrical, Mechanical, Hydraulic, Pneumatic Systems to a minimum of 120v unassisted and up to 480v assisted.
- Performs minor repairs to plumbing systems.
- Performs Preventive Maintenance on all equipment in assigned areas.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Required Skills/Abilities:
- Basic understanding of Electrical systems.
- Ability to troubleshoot and repair systems using LOTO procedures.
- Ability to read and comprehend Technical Manuals for various types of manufacturing equipment.
- Ability to use CMMS, e-Mail, and various spreadsheet applications.
- Basic mechanical aptitude or interest in working with machinery.
- Good problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow processes and procedures.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Familiarity with determining necessary tool accuracy to be appropriate with given tolerances.
- Strong understanding of and ability to apply measurement methods to inspection and/or testing.
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Two (2) to five (5) years Manufacturing experience in a semi-skilled position preferred.
- Completion of Company provided Basic Technical Training Course within 18 months.
- Experience working in fast pace, high change environment.
Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:
- Exposure to machine noise.
- Typical office/factory environment with possibility of exposure to heat in production area.
- Working conditions are normal for a high-volume manufacturing environment.
- Work may involve lifting of materials and product up to 50 pounds and working in and around heavy equipment.
- Working in this environment requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to, eye safety glasses, hearing protectors, and work boots. This role may require walking in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment.
Please submit your application via the ‘Apply’ button.
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Entry Level Manufacturing Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level manufacturing technician job?
Focus on technical fundamentals that employers expect at this level: familiarity with hand tools, measuring instruments, and basic quality inspection methods. Completed coursework in manufacturing technology, electronics, or mechanical systems strengthens an application, and any internship or co-op experience on a production floor gives you a concrete edge. Certifications like MSSC CPT or OSHA 10 signal job-readiness to hiring managers screening entry level candidates.
Which companies hire entry level manufacturing technicians?
Companies hiring entry level manufacturing technicians right now include First Solar, Sanmina, and L3Harris, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. At this level, hiring comes from a mix of large manufacturers with structured onboarding programs and smaller contract manufacturers that train new technicians directly on the production line.
Are there remote entry level manufacturing technician jobs?
Yes, though most manufacturing technician work is hands-on and tied to a physical facility. About 5% of entry level manufacturing technician openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions typically involve quality documentation, process reporting, or technical support functions rather than direct equipment operation.
Are these new grad manufacturing technician jobs?
Yes, the listings here include new grad, recent graduate, and junior manufacturing technician roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes 0 to 2 years of experience, lists internships or co-op work as qualifying background, or accepts a technical degree or certificate in place of professional experience. If the job description mentions training provided, that is another strong signal the employer is open to candidates at the start of their career.
Which industries hire the most entry level manufacturing technicians?
Entry Level manufacturing technician roles concentrate in Manufacturing, Electronics & Hardware, and Medical Devices, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive entry level hiring because they run high-volume production operations that depend on a steady pipeline of technicians who can be trained to specific equipment, quality standards, and safety protocols.