Manufacturing Technician Jobs in California

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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Dow Hydraulic Systems

Test Techician

Job Summary: Performs leakage test jobs, interpretation and use of ATP. Set up XY recorders, graphs, the use of graduated cylinders, lock wire methods, potting, the use of torque wrenches, trim...

HOLLY HUNT

Production Support

Why join us? If you're looking for a fulfilling manufacturing career, you've come to the right place. At Holly Hunt, we're searching for dedicated manufacturing talent to support our business...

Electrical Assembly Technician

  • La Jolla, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • La Jolla, CA
  • 7 days ago

Description Join a Mission-Driven Team at Leidos! At Leidos, we are dedicated to delivering innovative solutions through the hard work and creativity of our diverse and talented people. Our teams...

Biomedical Equipment Technician 2

  • San Diego, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 60+ days ago

Role Overview: Precise. Reliable. Powerful. Join a team as innovative as the technology we manage. Sodexos growing Healthcare Technology Management Division is seeking solution-oriented candidates...

Manufacturing Planner Associate Manager

  • Goleta, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Goleta, CA
  • 1 hour ago

You will be a Manufacturing Planner Associate Manager for our Missiles and Fire Control team, responsible for managing multiple manufacturing planning, material management, and support activities....

Production Associate, Service Manufacturing

  • Lathrop, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Lathrop, CA
  • 3 hours ago

As a Production Associate, you willparticipate inthe assembly and production of Tesla's vehicles and energy products.If you have a strong work ethic, are reliable, and value teamwork in a safety...

Mfg Tech Coordinator

  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 3 hours ago

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

Equipment Technician

  • Alameda, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Alameda, CA
  • 3 hours ago

The Equipment Technician maintains and repairs company tools and equipment, and may assist in warehouse operations including shipping, receiving, transporting, order fulfillment, and inventory...

Production Technician I - (Electronic Assembly)

  • Burbank, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Burbank, CA
  • 9 hours ago

Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for our Technician I (Production) for our Brake Control Unit factory at our Burbank, CA location. About Crane: Crane Aerospace &...

Manufacturing Technician I

  • Vista, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Vista, CA
  • 15 hours ago

Tasks may include, but are not limited to: o Electro-mechanical assembly o Routing of cable and harness assemblies o Building of optical sub-assemblies o Visual and mechanical inspections of components...

Production Associate II

  • Williams, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Williams, CA
  • 18 hours ago

Position at Latham Pool Products, Inc Make a SPLASH with Latham Pool Products! At Latham Pool Products, we dont just make swimming pools; we create opportunities for backyard dreams to come true....

Production Associate - Now Hiring

  • Tracy, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Tracy, CA
  • 18 hours ago

Prepare materials to support production line changeovers to include mix and regrind material. Monitor operation of conveyor systems and clear bottle jams from lines....

Production Technician- PAB Assembly- Sun- Wed 6 PM - 6 AM

  • Irvine, CA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 23 hours ago

Production Technician- PAB Assembly- Sun- Wed 6 PM - 6 AM B. Braun Medical Inc. - 3.8 Irvine, CA Job Details Full-time $22.18 an hour 9 hours ago Benefits Health insurance 401(k) Tuition...

Manufacturing Specialist

  • Thousand Oaks, CA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Thousand Oaks, CA
  • 23 hours ago

Manufacturing Specialist Job Description Job Title: Manufacturing Specialist - 100% Remote Duration: 12 months (possible extension) Description: Quality records experience working with suppliers...

Remote Work

Additive Manufacturing Technician I/II

  • Long Beach, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 1 day ago

(Please note: this position can be hired at the Additive Manufacturing Technician I or Additive Manufacturing Technician II level) WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO: Uphold and follow all Additive safety measures...

Demographic Data for California

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Manufacturing Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Principles of Manufacturing
Learn the principles of manufacturing: process control, production flow, supply chain and basic finance, from the worlds #1 ranked Mechanical Engineering department. Develop the fundamental skills...
Manufacturing Systems I
Learn about manufacturing systems and ways to analyze them in terms of material flow and storage, information flow, capacities, and times and durations of events, especially random events. In this...
Manufacturing Systems II
Learn how to analyze manufacturing systems to optimize performance and control costs and better understand the flow of material and information. Manufacturing systems are complex systems that...

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Salary for Manufacturing Technician Jobs in California

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 California offer the following education background
High School or GED
34.6%
Bachelor's Degree
22.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.8%
Associate's Degree
15.0%
Master's Degree
7.4%
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 California
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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