Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Costa Mesa, CA

A Manufacturing Technician is a crucial part of the manufacturing industry, fulfilling a variety of responsibilities aimed at ensuring the efficiency and quality of production processes. They are typically tasked with maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving manufacturing equipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards, interpreting blueprints and schematics, and testing products for quality. They may also be involved in the research and development process, helping to design and implement new manufacturing methods and technologies.

Important skills for a Manufacturing Technician include mechanical and technical skills, attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and good communication skills. Familiarity with manufacturing software is often required, and knowledge of specific manufacturing technologies may be necessary depending on the industry. Certifications like the Manufacturing Technician certification (MT1) or Certified Production Technician (CPT) can be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Manufacturing Technician, an individual might have roles such as Production Operator, Assembly Technician, or Quality Control Inspector.

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Fire and Gas Detection Technologies, Inc

QA Inspector

Position Overview Fire and Gas Detection Technologies, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Inspector to join our Quality Assurance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for...

Manufacturing Technician

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 18 hours ago

Manufacturing Technician** **Job Description** This position is responsible for the manufacturing of pharmaceutical assemblies in a GMP environment, encompassing various manufacturing tasks, preparation...

IMMEDIATE HIRING 3RD SHIFT - $24/HR - Manufacturing Tech

  • Artesia, CA (16 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Artesia, CA (16 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 3 days ago

3RD SHIFT Compounder/ Manufacturing Tech Job Description Join our team as a Manufacturing Tech where you will play a crucial role in assisting machine operators with offloading materials, adhering...

Production Associate

  • Cypress, CA (12 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Cypress, CA (12 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 3 days ago

line Reliable and punctual, with a strong work ethic and availability for occasional overtime Basic English communication skills High school diploma or equivalent Willingness to learn powered industrial...

Production Associate II - VAS

  • City of Industry, CA (23 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • City of Industry, CA (23 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Job-Specific Responsibilities and Preferred Qualifications Fluency in English, including the ability to speak, read, and write proficiently in the language is required. 1+ years of experience in a...

Manufacturing Technician

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Manufacturing Technician Location : Irvine, CA Shift : 5:00 AM 1:30 PM During Training : 8:00 AM 4:30 PM Pay : 20.57/hr Description : The Manufacturing Operations Technician, in collaboration with operations...

Injection Molding Process Technician

  • Santa Ana, CA (5 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Santa Ana, CA (5 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Operation Tooling and Mold Maintenance Troubleshooting GMP Product Inspection Qualifications Years of experience: 3 years Experience level: Experienced Randstad is a world leader in matching great...

Manufacturing Tech

  • Artesia, CA (16 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Artesia, CA (16 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 5 days ago

3RD SHIFT Compounder/ Manufacturing Tech Job Description Join our team as a Manufacturing Tech where you will play a crucial role in assisting machine operators with offloading materials, adhering...

Production Associate LA Mirada, CA

  • La Mirada, CA (17 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • La Mirada, CA (17 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 5 days ago

PRODUCTION ASSOCIATE - LA MIRADA, CA Location(s) La Mirada, California Company Gia-Pacific Career Field Operations & Manufacturing Job Number 171922 PRODUCTION ASSOCIATE - LA MIRADA, CA IMMEDIATE...

Manufacturing/Assembly Technician

  • Trabuco Canyon, CA (18 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Trabuco Canyon, CA (18 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Manufacturing/Assembly Technician Employment type: full-time Location: Rancho Santa Margarita, CA Shift Hours:7 AM to 3:30 PM Job Overview We seek a detail-oriented Manufacturing/Assembly...

Warehouse Production Associate - 3rd shift

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Warehouse Production Associate - 3rd shift TCWGlobal Irvine, CA Job Details Full-time | Contract $19 an hour 19 hours ago Qualifications Basic math English GMP High school diploma or GED Warehouse...

Manufacturing Process Technician II (1st Shift)

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Manufacturing Process Technician II (1st Shift) Orthofix - 3.2 Irvine, CA Job Details Full-time $23 - $25 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Six Sigma Black Belt Six Sigma Certification CGMP Oracle...

Manufacturing Technician (2pm-10:30pm)

  • Brea, CA (17 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Brea, CA (17 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Nature and Scope The Manufacturing Technician will support all aspects of the manufacturing operations at the company using current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) according to approved SOPs in...

Production Associate

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 7 days ago

NOW HIRING! Production Associates on 2nd shift 12 HOUR SHIFT!! Production Associates: Schedule: 6:00PM 6:00AM Monday Sunday (Days off & working days vary each week, 12-hour shift) Weekly Pay....

Biomed Equipment Technician (90 day temp role) - Harbor City,

  • Harbor City, CA (23 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Harbor City, CA (23 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Under general supervision, the Biomedical Equipment Technician provides and documents preventive and corrective maintenance on a variety of mechanical, electrical, and electronic biomedical...

Demographic Data for Costa Mesa, CA

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Salary for Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Costa Mesa, CA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturing research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Manufacturing Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Manufacturing Technicians in Costa Mesa, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
34.5%
Bachelor's Degree
22.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.8%
Associate's Degree
15.0%
Master's Degree
7.5%
Some College
2.2%
Some High School
0.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Manufacturing Technicians in Costa Mesa, CA
2-4 years
30.3%
Less than 1 year
25.2%
6-8 years
14.0%
1-2 years
13.5%
10+ years
11.0%
None
3.1%
4-6 years
2.2%
8-10 years
0.7%



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