Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Santa Rosa, 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.

1-12 of 12 Jobs

Production Associate

  • Petaluma, CA (16 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Petaluma, CA (16 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 15 hours ago

Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities Works at various stations along the production line processing poultry food product....

Manufacturing Technician

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 1 day ago

Primary Duties & Responsibilities Responsible for maintaining accurate data entry, machine efficiency and high level of quality Education & Experience Minimum 3 yr. experience operating Disco...

Cable Assembler

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 3 days ago

Mechanical Assembler (Entry to Mid-Level) Location: Santa Rosa, CA Job Type: Contract (6-12 months with full-time potential) Hours: 50+ hours/week | Overtime Available Join the Power Behind Oil &...

Title: Production Technician I

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 3 days ago

Precision Injection Molding, Santa Rosa (PIMS) is a state of the art facility that is relied upon by the scientific community, of which you would be a key team member. A passionate and dedicated...

Manufacturing Technician 1 / Manufacturing Technician 2

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 9 days ago

Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.There is currently an opening for a \*Manufacturing Technician 1\* or \*Manufacturing Technician 2\* to\* \*join our team of qualified...

Manufacturing Technician

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 11 days ago

Summary: Duties & Responsibilities: Job Summary: Performs various functions to support the manufacturing of pigment in accordance with quality standards and production schedules. Responsibilities:...

Drug Manufacturing Technician

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 23 days ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 23 days ago

ATR ID: ATR222710 Job Title: Drug Manufacturing Technician Job Level: Technicians Duration: 5 months Location: Santa Rosa CA 95403 Education: Entry level HSD or GED equivelant required....

Production Associate (Cylinder Processor)

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 29 days ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 29 days ago

Linde Gas & Equipment Inc Production Associate (Cylinder Processor) Location\: Santa Rosa, CA Linde Gas & Equipment Inc. is seeking a Production Associate to join our team! This role will fill,...

Mfg Tech Coordinator

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Overview Keysight is on the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization....

2025/2026 - Associate Faculty - Manufacturing Technology (Advanced Manufacturing Tech)

  • Sonoma, CA (22 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Sonoma, CA (22 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

operation Industry experience in CNC drawing and programming Industry experience in metallurgy Industry experience in metrology and quality control Application Procedures To be considered for this...

Manufacturing Coordinator

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 90+ days ago

Overview Keysight is on the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization....

Drug Manufacturing Technician

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 90+ days ago

Job Title : Manufacturing Technician (Non-Exempt) Job Location : Santa Rosa, CA....

Demographic Data for Santa Rosa, CA

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Salary for Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Santa Rosa, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Manufacturing Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Manufacturing Technicians in Santa Rosa, 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 Santa Rosa, 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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