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Manufacturing Technologist jobs are open across aerospace, automotive, electronics, and medical device manufacturing, from entry-level to senior and lead roles, with specializations in process improvement, quality systems, and production engineering. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Shape How New Products Come to Life
As a CNC Manufacturing Process Technologist, you’ll be the bridge between engineering intent and repeatable production. Your day begins on the shop floor, partnering with Production, Quality, and ES&H to validate a new program. You fine-tune toolpaths, set up the machine, and run a first-piece to verify that dimensions, finishes, and cycle times hit the mark. By afternoon, you’re training operators on setup steps and safe program use, documenting best practices, and kicking off a time study to dial in standard work for the next release.
What you’ll do
- Develop CNC and machine programs for new product releases and engineering changes.
- Set up, test, and prove out programs before release; adjust tooling, feeds/speeds, and sequences for quality and throughput.
- Coordinate and support test/development pieces, including specifying R&D or engineering test material and related funding needs.
- Partner directly with Production during launches and in low-volume periods to introduce new products and production aides.
- Own first-piece production to validate programs, tooling, work instructions, processes, and part requirements.
- Troubleshoot and resolve programming, tooling, setup, and machining issues hands-on.
- Train operators in machine operation, program usage, setup methods, and fundamentals of machining.
- Provide on-the-floor technical support to resolve machining and process challenges.
- Collaborate across departments to develop and continuously improve manufacturing processes.
- Conduct and assist with time studies—collect data, observe processes, and document standard cycle times.
- Identify opportunities to improve cycle time, productivity, quality, tooling life, and machine utilization.
- Implement and validate process changes and new manufacturing methods.
- Maintain accurate programming, setup, process, and production documentation.
- Communicate proactively with Production, Quality, and other teams to support launches and ongoing operations.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Technical training, machining education, or associate degree in machining, manufacturing technology, engineering technology, or related field preferred.
- Relevant machining, CNC programming, setup, and manufacturing experience may substitute for formal education.
Experience that sets you up for success
- CNC programming, machine setup, and first-piece inspection experience.
- Solid grasp of machining principles, cutting tools, feeds/speeds, and machine operation.
- Ability to read engineering drawings and manufacturing specifications.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting capability.
- Clear communication skills for training production personnel.
- Basic computer literacy and familiarity with manufacturing/engineering software.
- Hands-on manufacturing floor experience.
- Developing/proving CNC programs for new products.
- Background with CNC mills, lathes, or other automated machining centers.
- CAD/CAM experience; knowledge of FeatureCam is a plus.
- Time studies and establishing standard work/standard cycle times.
- Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement exposure.
- New Product Introduction (NPI) support.
- Knowledge of machine designs and applications; experience creating and updating routers for production.
- CNC programming experience required; proficiency in Microsoft Office.
You’re proficient in
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- CNC Tooling
- Troubleshooting Skills
- CNC Programming
- CNC Machine Setup & Changeover
- Machine Setups for Production Runs
Tools & tech you’ll touch
- CAM Software
Our commitment
HYCO Alabama is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
Shape How New Products Come to Life
As a CNC Manufacturing Process Technologist, you’ll be the bridge between engineering intent and repeatable production. Your day begins on the shop floor, partnering with Production, Quality, and ES&H to validate a new program. You fine-tune toolpaths, set up the machine, and run a first-piece to verify that dimensions, finishes, and cycle times hit the mark. By afternoon, you’re training operators on setup steps and safe program use, documenting best practices, and kicking off a time study to dial in standard work for the next release.
What you’ll do
- Develop CNC and machine programs for new product releases and engineering changes.
- Set up, test, and prove out programs before release; adjust tooling, feeds/speeds, and sequences for quality and throughput.
- Coordinate and support test/development pieces, including specifying R&D or engineering test material and related funding needs.
- Partner directly with Production during launches and in low-volume periods to introduce new products and production aides.
- Own first-piece production to validate programs, tooling, work instructions, processes, and part requirements.
- Troubleshoot and resolve programming, tooling, setup, and machining issues hands-on.
- Train operators in machine operation, program usage, setup methods, and fundamentals of machining.
- Provide on-the-floor technical support to resolve machining and process challenges.
- Collaborate across departments to develop and continuously improve manufacturing processes.
- Conduct and assist with time studies—collect data, observe processes, and document standard cycle times.
- Identify opportunities to improve cycle time, productivity, quality, tooling life, and machine utilization.
- Implement and validate process changes and new manufacturing methods.
- Maintain accurate programming, setup, process, and production documentation.
- Communicate proactively with Production, Quality, and other teams to support launches and ongoing operations.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Technical training, machining education, or associate degree in machining, manufacturing technology, engineering technology, or related field preferred.
- Relevant machining, CNC programming, setup, and manufacturing experience may substitute for formal education.
Experience that sets you up for success
- CNC programming, machine setup, and first-piece inspection experience.
- Solid grasp of machining principles, cutting tools, feeds/speeds, and machine operation.
- Ability to read engineering drawings and manufacturing specifications.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting capability.
- Clear communication skills for training production personnel.
- Basic computer literacy and familiarity with manufacturing/engineering software.
- Hands-on manufacturing floor experience.
- Developing/proving CNC programs for new products.
- Background with CNC mills, lathes, or other automated machining centers.
- CAD/CAM experience; knowledge of FeatureCam is a plus.
- Time studies and establishing standard work/standard cycle times.
- Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement exposure.
- New Product Introduction (NPI) support.
- Knowledge of machine designs and applications; experience creating and updating routers for production.
- CNC programming experience required; proficiency in Microsoft Office.
You’re proficient in
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- CNC Tooling
- Troubleshooting Skills
- CNC Programming
- CNC Machine Setup & Changeover
- Machine Setups for Production Runs
Tools & tech you’ll touch
- CAM Software
Our commitment
HYCO Alabama is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in manufacturing technologist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering technology, industrial engineering, or a related technical field
- Hands-on experience with Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
- Proficiency with CAD software, GD&T interpretation, and technical drawing review
- Familiarity with Statistical Process Control and quality management systems such as ISO 9001 or IATF 16949
- Experience writing or maintaining process documentation including control plans, work instructions, and PFMEAs
- Ability to work directly on the production floor to troubleshoot equipment, processes, or quality issues
Tips for Your Manufacturing Technologist Job Search
Tailor your resume for process keywords
Manufacturing technologist postings screen heavily for terms like SPC, GD&T, Lean, and PFMEA. Pull the exact acronyms from each job description and mirror them in your resume's skills and project sections so ATS filters don't screen you out before a human sees it.
Quantify your process improvement results
Hiring managers in manufacturing want to see yield rates, cycle time reductions, and scrap percentages, not just job duties. Replace vague bullet points with specific before-and-after outcomes from kaizen events, root cause analyses, or line qualification work you led.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists manufacturing technologist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by industry sector
Your toolset in semiconductor fab differs sharply from automotive stamping or medical device assembly. Filter your search by industry and read the product line context in each posting carefully. Applying to roles that match your specific materials, tolerances, or regulatory environment dramatically increases callback rates.
Prepare a technical walkthrough for interviews
Many manufacturing technologist interviews include a process scenario or whiteboard exercise where you're asked to troubleshoot a yield drop or design a control plan. Practice walking through a structured problem-solving method out loud, referencing tools like fishbone diagrams, 5-Why analysis, or DOE.
Negotiate relocation support for plant-based roles
Most manufacturing technologist positions are tied to a specific facility, so relocation is common. When you receive an offer, ask explicitly about relocation packages, temporary housing allowances, and start-date flexibility before accepting. Many manufacturers have standard relocation budgets that aren't mentioned unless you ask.
Manufacturing Technologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most manufacturing technologists?
Lubrizol, HYCO ALABAMA, and Romet Limited are hiring the most manufacturing technologists right now, with openings concentrated in Alabama, Texas, and Indiana, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to cluster around major automotive, aerospace, and medical device production corridors.
How many manufacturing technologist jobs are remote?
About 50% of manufacturing technologist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most roles require direct access to production equipment and factory floors. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid flexibility are process documentation, supplier quality, and manufacturing engineering support roles where on-site presence is intermittent.
How do you become a manufacturing technologist?
Most manufacturing technologists start with a bachelor's or associate degree in engineering technology, industrial engineering, or a closely related field. From there, gaining hands-on experience through internships, co-ops, or entry-level technician roles builds the process knowledge employers want. Earning a Six Sigma Green Belt or pursuing IATF or ISO quality certifications strengthens your profile for more senior positions.
How do you get hired as a manufacturing technologist with little experience?
Entry-level candidates do best by highlighting any lab, co-op, or internship work where they touched real production processes, even briefly. Certifications like a Six Sigma White or Yellow Belt signal process awareness without requiring years of experience. Targeting smaller contract manufacturers or Tier 2 suppliers often means less competition and more willingness to develop candidates who show strong technical fundamentals.
What does the manufacturing technologist interview process look like?
Most manufacturing technologist interviews run two to three rounds. The first is typically a phone or video screen with a recruiter or HR contact covering background and availability. The second round is a technical interview with an engineering manager that often includes a process scenario, troubleshooting question, or review of a past project. Final rounds may include a facility tour and meetings with the broader engineering team.
Where can I find and apply to manufacturing technologist jobs?
You can find and apply to manufacturing technologist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your industry background, technical skills, and location, then apply directly to each opening that fits.
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