MANUFACTURING TECHNICIAN I

TE Connectivity; Fairview (NC); On-site; USD 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Job summary

TE Connectivity's Technical Engineering Support Teams analyze, test, and assist in research for the development of products and processes. This entry-level Tech I role helps build competency through hands-on experience and structured guidance.

You will learn procedures, support basic studies, operate under supervision, and contribute to QA compliance and day-to-day task tracking.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required; technical coursework or vocational training preferred.
• 0–1 year of related manufacturing, technical, or hands-on experience (internship, co-op, or classroom lab experience considered).
• Ability to safely operate common hand and power tools under supervision.
• Basic familiarity with workplace organization principles (5S awareness).
• Ability to operate a PC and navigate basic software applications (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to read, write, and speak proficiently in English.

Responsibilities

• Assist in supporting yield and productivity goals by following established processes and escalating issues to senior technicians or engineers.
• Learn and follow manufacturing process procedures and equipment operation under direct supervision.
• Support basic engineering tasks and studies as assigned, withclose guidancefrom senior staff.
• Maintain compliance with QA manual requirements and documentation systems by following established procedures.
• Communicate effectively with internal team members regarding day-to-day task status and observations.
• Follow and adhere to existing standard work and procedures; flag discrepancies to supervisor.
• Support manufacturing operations and assist in basic setup, inspection, or testing activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

HS Diploma/GED

technical coursework or vocational training

Job description

At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.

This position requires access to information that is subject to stringent controls under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent residents, persons granted asylee status in the U.S., or persons admitted into the U.S. as a refugee.

Job Overview

TE Connectivity's Technical Engineering Support Teams analyze, test, and assist in research for the development of products and processes. Team members may specialize in quality control or assurance, chemical manufacturing processes, metals, electrical connectors and components, process development, materials, and/or instrumentation. They may also support calibration, displays, network control, mold development, audiovisual work, or environmental health and safety.

At theME Tech Ilevel, team members operate underdirect supervision, focusing on learning foundational manufacturing processes, supporting basic engineering tasks, and developing technical skills necessary for growth within the engineering support function. This is an entry‑level technical role designed to build competency through hands‑on experience and structured guidance.

Job Requirements

• Assist in supporting yield and productivity goals by following established processes and escalating issues to senior technicians or engineers.
• Learn and follow manufacturing process procedures and equipment operation under direct supervision.
• Support basic engineering tasks and studies as assigned, withclose guidancefrom senior staff.
• Maintain compliance with QA manual requirements and documentation systems by following established procedures.
• Communicate effectively with internal team members regarding day-to-day task status and observations.
• Follow and adhere to existing standard work and procedures; flag discrepancies to supervisor.
• Support manufacturing operations and assist in basic setup, inspection, or testing activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

What Your Background Should Look Like

• HS Diploma/GEDrequired; technical coursework or vocational training preferred.
• 0–1 yearof related manufacturing, technical, or hands-on experience (internship, co-op, or classroom lab experience considered).
• Ability to safely operate common hand and power tools under supervision.
• Basic familiarity with workplace organization principles (5S awareness).
• Ability to operate a PC and navigate basic software applications (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to read and follow written work instructions, procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Ability to read, write, and speak proficiently in English.

Competencies

Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork

About Te Connectivity

TE Connectivity plc (NYSE: TEL) is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. As a trusted innovation partner, our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next-generation transportation, energy networks, automated factories, data centers enabling artificial intelligence, and more.

Our more than 90,000 employees, including 10,000 engineers, work alongside customers in approximately 130 countries. In a world that is racing ahead, TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at www.te.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, WeChat, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter).

Compensation

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $41,200 - $51,400 (subject to change dependent on physical location)
• Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. TE Connectivity reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualification of the selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.
• Total Compensation = Base Salary + Incentive(s) + Benefits

Benefits

• A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and voluntary benefits.