207 Manufacturing Jobs in California That Don’t Require a Degree
Manufacturing produces goods through labor and machinery. Workers operate equipment, monitor production, and ensure quality. Technical skills and attention to detail are vital.
The 207 Manufacturing jobs listed below are job titles in-demand that usually don't require a degree. Salaries in California range from $22.95 to $27.40 per hour. Assembler, Quality Assurance Inspector, and Quality Control Associate currently have the most job openings.
Job title
Updated Oct 15, 2026
Job title
Irvine, CA
California
Job openings (Irvine)
Assembler
Irvine
$22.31
per hour
California
$21.56
per hour
Quality Assurance Inspector
Irvine
$27.40
per hour
California
$25.95
per hour
Quality Control Associate
Irvine
$26.95
per hour
California
$24.77
per hour
Production Assembler
Irvine
$23.10
per hour
California
$21.13
per hour
Senior Assembler
Irvine
$22.95
per hour
California
$24.51
per hour
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Assembler
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Assemblers construct product components, follow technical drawings, and ensure quality standards. Proficiency in assembly processes, attention to detail, and tool handling skills are essential.
54% of Assembler openings in Irvine don't require a degree. Assembler jobs take 47 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 2% of job openings are part-time roles.
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Irvine
$22.31 per hourCalifornia
$21.56 per hourSkills
- Assembly
- Manufacturing
- Mechanical knowledge
- Forklift
- Hand tools
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Quality Assurance Inspector
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Quality assurance inspectors assess products for defects and ensure compliance with standards. Essential skills for this role include attention to detail, analytical thinking and experience with quality control processes.
58% of Quality Assurance Inspector openings in Irvine don't require a degree. Quality Assurance Inspector jobs take 55 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 1% of job openings are part-time roles.
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Irvine
$27.40 per hourCalifornia
$25.95 per hourSkills
- Quality systems
- Quality control
- Quality management
- Quality assurance
- ISO 9001
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Quality Control Associate
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Quality control associates conduct inspections of products and materials to ensure compliance with regulations. Key skills for this role include attention to detail, analytical thinking and experience in quality control.
37% of Quality Control Associate openings in Irvine don't require a degree. Quality Control Associate jobs take 58 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 4% of job openings are part-time roles.
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Irvine
$26.95 per hourCalifornia
$24.77 per hourSkills
- Analysis skills
- Quality control
- Quality assurance
- Quality management
- ISO 9001
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Production Assembler
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Production Assemblers assemble parts or products, inspect components, and maintain tools. Proficiency with hand tools, attention to detail, and understanding of production processes are key.
51% of Production Assembler openings in Irvine don't require a degree. Production Assembler jobs take 71 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 3% of job openings are part-time roles.
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Irvine
$23.10 per hourCalifornia
$21.13 per hour -
Senior Assembler
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Senior Assemblers oversee assembly processes, train new staff, and maintain productivity standards. Expertise in mechanical assembly, attention to detail, and thorough knowledge of product specifications are key for success.
71% of Senior Assembler openings in Irvine don't require a degree. Senior Assembler jobs take 44 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 1% of job openings are part-time roles.
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Irvine
$22.95 per hourCalifornia
$24.51 per hour