Manufacturing Production Technicians

Manufacturing technicians earned a median salary of $49,766 in January 2025, according to Salary.com. Salaries ranged from $37,980 to $65,129 or more.

In January 2025, manufacturing technicians earned salaries that ranged from $29,000 to $72,000, according to ZipRecruiter.com. They earned average salaries of $51,890.

Industrial machinery mechanics earned salaries that ranged from $42,390 to $85,970 or more in May 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. They earned median annual salaries of $61,420.

Apprentices and entry-level technicians generally earn lower wages and earn incremental raises as they advance in their training. Earnings vary based on experience, skills, type of industry, and geographic location. Technicians employed in union plants generally earn more than those in non–union plants.

Manufacturing production technicians usually receive employment benefits such as paid holidays and vacations; medical, dental, and life insurance; and retirement plans.