Manufacturing Production Technician Salary in the United States

How much does a Manufacturing Production Technician make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Manufacturing Production Technician in the United States is $53,009 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

However, a Manufacturing Production Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $62,083
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,404 to $57,758
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $42,300
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View as table View as graph 25% $47,404 10% $42,300 90% $62,083 75% $57,758 $53,009 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click

Manufacturing Production Technician Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $57,758 $4,813 $1,111 $28
Average $53,009 $4,417 $1,019 $25
25th Percentile $47,404 $3,950 $912 $23
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Key Factors That Influence Manufacturing Production Technician Salaries

A Manufacturing Production Technician's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Manufacturing Production Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Manufacturing Production Technician's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $42,366
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $54,176
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $60,495
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $66,789
  • Expert (over 8 years): $64,203
Levels Salary
Productio... Level Manufacturing Production Technician$42,366
Manufactu... Level Manufacturing Production Technician$54,176
Productio... Level Manufacturing Production Technician$60,495
Productio... Level Manufacturing Production Technician$66,789
Productio... Level Manufacturing Production Technician$64,203
$42,366 0 yr
$54,176 < 2 yrs
$60,495 2-4 yrs
$66,789 5-8 yrs
$64,203 > 8 yrs
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How Do Manufacturing Production Technician Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Manufacturing Production Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $58,691.
  • California: $58,468.
  • Massachusetts: $57,689.

Top Paying Cities for Manufacturing Production Technicians

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $66,860
  • San Francisco: $66,128
  • Oakland: $64,734

What Skills Can Increase a Manufacturing Production Technician's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Troubleshooting (Mentioned in 4.69% Job Postings): Troubleshooting is a form of problem solving, often applied to repair failed products or processes on a machine or a system. It is a logical, systematic search for the source of a problem in order to solve it, and make the product or process operational again. Troubleshooting is needed to identify the symptoms. Determining the most likely cause is a process of elimination—eliminating potential causes of a problem. Finally, troubleshooting requires confirmation that the solution restores the product or process to its working state. In general, troubleshooting is the identification or diagnosis of "trouble" in the management flow of a system caused by a failure of some kind. The problem is initially described as symptoms of malfunction, and troubleshooting is the process of determining and remedying the causes of these symptoms. A system can be described in terms of its expected, desired or intended behavior (usually, for artificial systems, its purpose). Events or inputs to the system are expected to generate specific results or outputs. (For example, selecting the "print" option from various computer applications is intended to result in a hardcopy emerging from some specific device). Any unexpected or undesirable behavior is a symptom. Troubleshooting is the process of isolating the specific cause or causes of the symptom. Frequently the symptom is a failure of the product or process to produce any results. (Nothing was printed, for example). Corrective action can then be taken to prevent further failures of a similar kind.
  • Product Quality (Mentioned in 3.34% Job Postings): Product quality refers to how well a product satisfies customer needs, serves its purpose and meets industry standards. When evaluating product quality, businesses consider several key factors, including whether a product solves a problem, works efficiently or suits customers' purposes.
  • 5S (Mentioned in 1.93% Job Postings): Stands for sort, sustain, set in order, standardized and shine. 5 tips that are designed to achieve clean, uncluttered, safe, and well organized workplace for a more systematized work flow.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Troubleshooting 4.69%
Product Quality 3.34%
5S 1.93%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Manufacturing Production Technician's salary.
  • Scheduling: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Collaboration: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • SOP: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Scheduling
$56,189
6%
Collaboration
$55,129
4%
SOP
$55,129
4%
Written Communication
$55,129
4%
Process Improvement
$55,129
4%
Leadership
$55,129
4%
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Manufacturing Production Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Manufacturing Production Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Manufacturing Production Technician positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Manufacturing Production Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Manufacturing Production Technician

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals$68,911$33.030%
Financial Services$66,261$32.025%
Energy & Utilities$60,960$29.015%
Insurance$58,309$28.010%
Business Services$55,659$27.05%

How Education impacts a Manufacturing Production Technician's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Manufacturing Production Technicians enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Manufacturing Production Technician with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $44,344 and $47,881).

Manufacturing Production Technician Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Manufacturing Production Technician
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.9%
High School 36.4%
Associates 20.6%
Bachelors 37.4%
Masters 4.7%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Manufacturing Production Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Manufacturing Production Technician's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Manufacturing Production Technician

Salaries for a Manufacturing Production Technician can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $45,035 in 2023 to around $43,338 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Manufacturing Production Technician salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Manufacturing Production Technician Over Time

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$45,035
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$43,968
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2024 $43,968
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  • Sherwin-Williams

    Columbus, OH

    Sherwin-Williams | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    Keurig Dr Pepper | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    Safecor Health, LLC | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Manufacturing Production Technician

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Manufacturing Production Technician?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Manufacturing Production Technician roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

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