Manufacturing Jobs in Hickory, NC (Now Hiring) — 313 open

Furniture inspector

Hickory, North Carolina, United States · On-site

Entry level

Furniture Inspector The Company: Bradington-Young is a division of Hooker Furnishings Corporation. Hooker Furnishings, in its 101st year of business, is a designer, marketer and importer of case goods (wooden and metal f…

Skills: Quality control, Inspection, Attention to detail, Communication, Manufacturing standards

CNC Machinist

Hickory, North Carolina, United States · On-site

$75k–$103k/yr

Mid level$1.2B raised

Requisition Number: 76246 The company built on breakthroughs. ​ Join us.​ Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of…

Skills: CNC Milling, Manual Machining, Blueprint Reading, Precision Measurement, CAM Software

Materials Development Engineer

Hickory, North Carolina, United States · On-site

$82k–$113k/yr

Entry level$1.2B raised

Requisition Number: 75642 The company built on breakthroughs. ​ Join us.​ Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of…

Skills: Thermoplastic Polymers, Polymer Compounds, Product Development, Product Testing, Material Characterization

Leadperson - Final Inspection/Quality Control

Hickory, North Carolina, United States · On-site

Mid level

Job DetailsJob Location: Century Chair Plant 3 - Hickory, NC 28601Position Type: Full TimeJob Shift: DayPosition Summary: This position is responsible for the Final Quality of the upholstery manufacturing of high-end fur…

Skills: Upholstery, Quality Control, Leadership, Production Management, Fabric Matching

Sr. Process Engineer

Hickory, North Carolina, United States · On-site

$97k–$134k/yr

Mid level$1.2B raised

Requisition Number: 78060 The company built on breakthroughs. ​ Join us.​ Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of…

Skills: Process optimization, Technical problem solving, Data analysis, Statistical analysis, Manufacturing process capability

Leadperson - Final Inspection/Quality Control

Hickory, North Carolina, United States · On-site

Mid level

Job DetailsJob Location: Century Chair Plant 3 - Hickory, NC 28601Position Type: Full TimeJob Shift: DayPosition Summary: This position is responsible for the Final Quality of the upholstery manufacturing of high-end fur…

Skills: Upholstery, Quality Control, Leadership, Production Management, Furniture Manufacturing

Forklift Operator - Pallet Services

Hickory, North Carolina, United States · On-site

Entry level

Overview As a Forklift Operator, you’ll get to move pallets and other materials through the different areas of the warehouse, supporting production requirements in those areas, as well as loading and unloading customer t…

Skills: Forklift Operation, Warehouse Operations, Pallet Management, Loading and Unloading, Hand-sorting

Capability Project Manager

Hickory, North Carolina, United States · On-site

$143k–$197k/yr

Senior+$1.2B raised

Position is ONSITE Requisition Number: 77982 The company built on breakthroughs. ​ Join us.​ Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the …

Skills: Project management, Program management, Strategic leadership, Operational leadership, Team development

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Digital Marketing Specialist

Hickory, North Carolina, United States · On-site

Mid level

Founded in 1990, Utility Solutions is a designer and manufacturer of hot-line tools and products for the electrical power industry. Our success is based on working as a team to deliver high-quality products and unsurpass…

Skills: Content creation, Videography, Social media management, E-commerce, Digital marketing

Tint Operator

Hickory, North Carolina, United States · On-site

Entry level

Tinter Location: Hickory, NC (On-site) Hours: 5:00a - What is IP Corporation? IP Corporation is a privately held, family-owned chemical manufacturing organization with more than 70 years of stability, innovation, and gro…

Skills: Color matching, Manufacturing, Attention to detail, Math skills, Measurement skills

HR Generalist

Hickory, North Carolina, United States · On-site

$63k–$87k/yr

Entry level$1.2B raised

Requisition Number: 77354 The company built on breakthroughs. ​ Join us.​ Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of…

Skills: Employee relations, Staffing, Onboarding, Compliance, Workforce administration

Automation and Controls Engineering Manager

Hickory, North Carolina, United States · On-site

Senior+

Job DetailsJob Location: Hickory Tape - Hickory, NC 28601Position Type: Full TimeJob Shift: DayJoin a Team That Sticks Together! At Shurtape Technologies, we know how to make things stick. As a leading manufacturer and m…

Skills: Automation, Controls Engineering, PLC Programming, HMI Programming, Electrical Infrastructure

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U-Box Warehouse Worker

Hickory, North Carolina, United States · On-site

Entry level

United States This position is not eligible for employer sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work and must not require employer sponsorship. Location: 331 US Hwy 70 SW Suite 101, Hickory, North Carolina…

Skills: Forklift operation, Customer service, Inventory management, Loading and unloading, Safety compliance

Automation and Controls Engineering Manager

Hickory, North Carolina, United States · On-site

Senior+

Job DetailsJob Location: Hickory, NC 28601Position Type: Full TimeJob Shift: DayJoin a Team That Sticks Together! At Shurtape Technologies, we know how to make things stick. As a leading manufacturer and marketer of adhe…

Skills: Automation, Controls Engineering, PLC Programming, HMI Programming, Electrical Infrastructure

Equipment Operator

Hickory, North Carolina, United States · On-site

Entry level$7.0B raised

What to expect: Martin Marietta is seeking an Equipment Operator to join our team. The ideal individual will be safety conscious, dependable, and motivated. This individual will be responsible for safely and efficiently …

Skills: Heavy equipment operation, Off-road vehicle operation, Preventative maintenance, Safety inspections, Quarry operations

Controls Engineer Intern - Summer 2027

Hickory, North Carolina, United States · On-site

$43k–$83k/yr

Entry level$1.2B raised

Requisition Number: 77493 The company built on breakthroughs. ​ Join us.​ Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of…

Skills: PLC programming, HMI development, Electrical engineering, Automation, Troubleshooting

Process Engineering Technician (Night Shift)

Hickory, North Carolina, United States · On-site

Mid level

Job DetailsJob Location: Hickory, NC 28601Position Type: Full TimeJob Shift: NightJoin a Team That Sticks Together! At Shurtape Technologies, we know how to make things stick. As a leading manufacturer and marketer of ad…

Skills: Process improvement, Root cause analysis, Troubleshooting, Data collection, Technical drawing interpretation

Site Controls Engineer

Hickory, North Carolina, United States · On-site

$74k–$112k/yr

Senior

Dematic has an immediate need for an Electrical Controls Engineer in our Customer Service Modernizations & Upgrades group. Candidates will have a demonstrated ability in control engineering. Qualified candidates are prof…

Skills: Control Engineering, Schematic Design, Panel Assembly Drawings, PLC Programming, HMI

Process Engineering Technician (Night Shift)

Hickory, North Carolina, United States · On-site

Mid level

Job DetailsJob Location: Hickory Tape - Hickory, NC 28601Position Type: Full TimeJob Shift: NightJoin a Team That Sticks Together! At Shurtape Technologies, we know how to make things stick. As a leading manufacturer and…

Skills: Process improvement, Root cause analysis, Data collection, Technical drawing interpretation, Machine troubleshooting

Supply Chain Master Planner

Hickory, North Carolina, United States · On-site

$72k–$99k/yr

Mid level$1.2B raised

Position will be fully ONSITE Requisition Number: 77900 The company built on breakthroughs. ​ Join us.​ Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the oc…

Skills: Supply chain planning, Master production scheduling, Capacity planning, Demand management, Production planning

Frequently asked questions

How many Manufacturing jobs are open in Hickory, NC right now?

There are currently 313 open manufacturing positions in Hickory, NC listed on Clera. New openings are added daily as companies post roles.

Which companies are hiring for Manufacturing roles in Hickory, NC?

Companies currently hiring include Corning Incorporated, Rock House Farm Furniture Outlet, Century Furniture, Shurtape Technologies, LLC, US Conec, among others. Browse the listings above to see every active employer.

Are there remote or hybrid Manufacturing jobs in Hickory, NC?

Yes — 4 of the 313 open manufacturing positions offer remote or hybrid work (0 remote, 4 hybrid).

How do I apply for Manufacturing jobs in Hickory, NC?

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