What are the main factors that influence a Manufacturing Engineering Technician 4's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Manufacturing Engineering Technician 4?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Manufacturing Engineering Technician 4 roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Manufacturing Engineering Technician 4's salary?

A Manufacturing Engineering Technician 4's salary grows with experience: a Production Technician II (1-3 years)earns $57,451, a Production Technician III (3-5 years)earns $64,149, a Manufacturing Engineering Technician 4 (5-7 years)earns $70,833, a Production Team Leader (7+ years)earns $68,092, a Production Supervisor (7+ years)earns $84,231,

What are the highest paying states for a Manufacturing Engineering Technician 4?

Manufacturing Engineering Technician 4 salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Manufacturing Engineering Technician 4 roles are District of Columbia $76,262, California $75,972, Massachusetts $74,960. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Manufacturing Engineering Technician 4 roles make?

Salaries for Manufacturing Engineering Technician 4 level roles vary by specialization: Engineering-Manufacturing: $77,444; Technician, Senior - Manufacturing Engineering: $68,920; Manufacturing Engineering Technician III: $68,911; Manufacturing Engineering Technician: $62,814; Process Engineering Technician III: $61,931.

Manufacturing Engineering Technician 4 Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Manufacturing Engineering Technician 4 make in Rhode Island?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Manufacturing Engineering Technician 4 in Rhode Island is $71,413 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.

However, a Manufacturing Engineering Technician 4's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $86,465
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $61,460 to $79,291
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,399

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Manufacturing Engineering Technician 4 Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$79,291	$6,608	$1,525	$38
Average	$71,413	$5,951	$1,373	$34
25th Percentile	$61,460	$5,122	$1,182	$30

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Key Factors That Influence Manufacturing Engineering Technician 4 Salaries

A Manufacturing Engineering Technician 4'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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Manufacturing Engineering Technician 4 Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Manufacturing Engineering Technician 4'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): $57,451
Early Career (1-2 years): $64,149
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $70,833
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $68,092
Expert (over 8 years): $84,231

Levels	Salary
Productio... Level Manufacturing Engineering Technician 4	$57,451
Productio... Level Manufacturing Engineering Technician 4	$64,149
Manufactu... Level Manufacturing Engineering Technician 4	$70,833
Productio... Level Manufacturing Engineering Technician 4	$68,092
Productio... Level Manufacturing Engineering Technician 4	$84,231

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How Do Manufacturing Engineering Technician 4 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 Engineering Technician 4s. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $76,262.
California: $75,972.
Massachusetts: $74,960.

District of Columbia $76,262 California $75,972 Massachusetts $74,960 Washington $74,684 New Jersey $74,657 Alaska $74,560 Connecticut $73,610 New York $73,224

Hawaii $71,991 Rhode Island $71,413 Maryland $71,020 Minnesota $70,483 Colorado $70,276 Illinois $70,207 Oregon $69,946 Delaware $69,753

New Hampshire $69,631 Virginia $69,360 Pennsylvania $68,568 Nevada $68,168 North Dakota $68,038 Michigan $67,831 Wisconsin $67,755 Vermont $67,604

Texas $67,184 Maine $67,156 Arizona $67,115 Ohio $67,066 Georgia $66,433 Indiana $66,116 Wyoming $66,054 Utah $65,957

Iowa $65,916 Kansas $65,586 Louisiana $65,489 North Carolina $65,455 Missouri $65,441 Florida $65,172 Montana $65,028 Nebraska $64,890

Kentucky $64,814 South Carolina $64,539 Tennessee $64,366 Idaho $64,298 New Mexico $63,795 Oklahoma $63,685 Alabama $63,278 South Dakota $62,596

Arkansas $62,224 West Virginia $62,025 Mississippi $61,425

Top Paying Cities for Manufacturing Engineering Technician 4s

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:

Adamsville: $72,305
Albion: $71,694
Ashaway: $72,168

Adamsville, RI $72,305 Albion, RI $71,694 Ashaway, RI $72,168 Barrington, RI $71,506 Block Island, RI $71,904 Bradford, RI $72,125 Bristol, RI $71,781 Carolina, RI $72,006

Charlestown, RI $72,032 Chepachet, RI $71,889 Clayville, RI $71,688 Coventry, RI $71,692 West Greenwich, RI $71,889 East Greenwich, RI $71,643 Exeter, RI $71,869 Fiskeville, RI $71,504

Forestdale, RI $72,055 Foster, RI $71,851 Glendale, RI $72,061 Greene, RI $71,945 Greenville, RI $71,532 Harmony, RI $71,624 Harrisville, RI $72,030 Hope, RI $71,549

Hope Valley, RI $72,105 Hopkinton, RI $72,200 Jamestown, RI $71,959 Kenyon, RI $71,997 Little Compton, RI $72,294 Manville, RI $71,789 Mapleville, RI $71,902 Newport, RI $72,031

Middletown, RI $72,063 North Kingstown, RI $71,767 North Scituate, RI $71,625 Oakland, RI $71,980 Pascoag, RI $72,077 Pawtucket, RI $71,399 Central Falls, RI $71,431 Cumberland, RI $71,836

Lincoln, RI $71,502 Portsmouth, RI $72,024 Prudence Island, RI $71,875 Rockville, RI $72,189 Saunderstown, RI $71,915 Shannock, RI $72,001 Slatersville, RI $72,056 Slocum, RI $71,913

Tiverton, RI $72,243 Wakefield, RI $71,977 Kingston, RI $71,949 Narragansett, RI $71,997 Peace Dale, RI $71,968 Warren, RI $71,690 Warwick, RI $71,490 Westerly, RI $72,185

West Kingston, RI $71,972 West Warwick, RI $71,578 Wood River Junction, RI $72,075 Woonsocket, RI $72,059 North Smithfield, RI $71,895 Wyoming, RI $72,001 Providence, RI $71,378 Cranston, RI $71,388

North Providence, RI $71,396 East Providence, RI $71,383 Riverside, RI $71,406 Rumford, RI $71,395 Smithfield, RI $71,540 Johnston, RI $71,420

Manufacturing Engineering Technician 4 Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Manufacturing Engineering Technician 4 roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Manufacturing Engineering Technician 4 positions in Biotechnology or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Manufacturing Engineering Technician 4 as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Manufacturing Engineering Technician 4

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$85,695	$41.0	20%

Manufacturing Engineering Technician 4 Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Manufacturing Engineering Technician 4'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 July 01, 2026

$61,460

Average $71,413/year

$79,291

$5,122

Average $5,951/month

$6,608

$1,182

Average $1,373/week

$1,525

$30

Average $34/hour

$38

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$79,291	$6,608	$1,525	$38
Average	$71,413	$5,951	$1,373	$34
25th Percentile	$61,460	$5,122	$1,182	$30

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