- Statewide
- Western Prosperity Zone
- Southwest Prosperity Zone
- North Central Prosperity Zone
- Northeast Prosperity Zone
- Northwest Prosperity Zone
- Piedmont-Triad Prosperity Zone
- Sandhills Prosperity Zone
- Southeast Prosperity Zone
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Manufacturing
- Annual Median Wage$ 49,418$43,252
$79,503Annual NC Wage Range
Growth Rate
Very Fast Growing
- Industrial machinery mechanics maintain and repair factory equipment and other industrial machinery, such as conveying systems, production machinery, and packaging equipment.
What do they typically do
- Analyze test results and other information to diagnose equipment problems
- Take machinery and equipment apart when there is a problem
- Clean, lubricate, or adjust parts, equipment, or machinery
- Perform tests and run initial batches to make sure that the machine is running smoothly
- Reassemble equipment after completing inspections, testing, or repairs
- Examine parts for defects, such as breakage or excessive wear
- Adjust and calibrate equipment and machinery to optimal specifications
- Repair or replace broken or malfunctioning parts
Number of Jobs
Average AnnualJob Growth +1.3%Job Opening 25Education & Training
- Education Most occupations require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.Associated Programs or MajorsMoreLicenseN/AMore
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