Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Idaho

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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Heavy Equipment Technician

  • Kuna, ID
  • 1 day ago
  • Kuna, ID
  • 1 day ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Heavy Equipment Technician performs repairs and maintenance on heavy equipment, compact heavy equipment, light service equipment, and light trucks. Typical repairs include,...

Equipment Technician II

  • Nampa, ID
  • 1 day ago
  • Nampa, ID
  • 1 day ago

Successfully executes responsibilities independently in accordance with good manufacturing practices and Plexus' Manufacturing Processes AND provide support to direct production line operators as it...

General Production Associate - Summer Help

  • Meridian, ID
  • 3 days ago
  • Meridian, ID
  • 3 days ago

EDM Machine operation Train other employees in general production. Work to shop documents, drawings and specifications. Other duties as assigned. YOU'LL BRING: High School Degree or GED....

Manufacturing Technician III - ICON

  • Lewiston, ID
  • 5 days ago
  • Lewiston, ID
  • 5 days ago

As a Manufacturing Technician III - ICON, a typical day will include the following: Serve as a key point of contact for the planning, design, testing, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of...

Cable Assembler

  • Boise, ID
  • 5 days ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 5 days ago

Requirements: + Must be able to follow color-coding, verbal and written instructions in English + Good hand-eye coordination to assemble parts with and without hand tools including crimpers, clippers...

Dental Equipment Technician - Pocatello, ID

  • Pocatello, ID
  • 6 days ago
  • Pocatello, ID
  • 6 days ago

JOB OVERVIEW: This position is responsible for providing repair service of all equipment in the practitioners office with a focus on excellent customer service. Work with supervisor to improve...

Remote Work

Apprentice Rental Equipment Technician

  • Meridian, ID
  • 7 days ago
  • Meridian, ID
  • 7 days ago

ABOUT WESTERN STATES EQUIPMENT: Western States has a long legacy of providing quality equipment and excellent service to customers. Since 1956, our vision is to make our communities stronger,...

Production Specialist

  • Boise, ID
  • 12 days ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 12 days ago

at Eliassen Group in Boise, Idaho, United States Job Description Production Specialist Anywhere Type: Contract Category: UI/UX Industry: Technology Workplace Type: Remote Reference ID: JN -...35...

Production Associate

  • Meridian, ID
  • 12 days ago
  • Meridian, ID
  • 12 days ago

Have you ever enjoyed Arnold, Brownberry or Oroweat bread? A Thomas' English muffin or bagel? Or perhaps snacked on a Sara Lee, Entenmann's or Marinela cake or donut? If the answer is yes, then...

Journeyman Equipment Technician

  • Twin Falls, ID
  • 15 days ago
  • Twin Falls, ID
  • 15 days ago

The Journeyman Equipment Technician is responsible for independent diagnosis, failure analysis, and repair of Caterpillar and allied equipment. Duties include but not limited to removing,...

Apprentice Rental Equipment Technician

  • Hayden, ID
  • 15 days ago
  • Hayden, ID
  • 15 days ago

Experience with basic hand tools. Ability to obtain job related certifications for any specialty equipment including but not limited to forklifts, rigging, and overhead cranes....

Plant Technician - Req-257872-6429

  • American Falls, ID
  • 17 days ago
  • American Falls, ID
  • 17 days ago

This job was posted by : For more information, please see: Title: Plant Technician Location: American Falls, ID **About Lamb Weston** You\'ve probably enjoyed our fries without even knowing it! As...

Production Associate

  • Burley, ID
  • 18 days ago
  • Burley, ID
  • 18 days ago

RESPONSIBILITIES: Work as part of a team in support of a manufacturing operation with a goal of increasing productivity; decreasing downtime and waste. Assume active role in overall plant and...

Ability to use Hand Tools: Square, Tape Measure, Level, Screwdriver Ability to use Power Tools: Drill Motor Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required...

Cable Assembler

  • Boise, ID
  • 19 days ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 19 days ago

Duties: Be familiar with using different hand tools for various jobs, reading, understanding, knowledge and use of rulers, metric and standard, s, diagrams, build instructions, cultists, and automotive...

Demographic Data for Idaho

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Salary for Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Idaho

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 Idaho 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 Idaho
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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