Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Joliet, IL

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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Injection Molding Process Technician II -- Hanover Park, 12- Hour Night Shift

  • Aurora, IL (17 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Aurora, IL (17 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 18 hours ago

At Jabil we strive to make ANYTHING POSSIBLE and EVERYTHING BETTER. We are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, manufacturing, and supply...

Production Associate - Now Hiring

  • Aurora, IL (17 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Aurora, IL (17 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 23 hours ago

Ready for great manufacturing, warehouse or industrial job opportunities? Take the first one by joining our team and finding your next growth opportunity in a safety- and team-oriented warehouse...

Production Associate

  • Plainfield, IL (2 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Plainfield, IL (2 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Immediate Openings for Warehouse Production Associates for a temporary project in Plainfield, IL Weekly pay and benefits! Shift Hours: 12 hour shifts 1ST SHIFT 6am - 6:30pm 2ND SHIFT 6pm- 6:30am...

Production Technician - Copper - R-24879-6115

  • Orland Park, IL (20 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Orland Park, IL (20 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 4 days ago

**What You Will Do** - **Machine Operation**: Set up, troubleshoot, and operate intermediate technology machines. - **Production Oversight**: Manage start-up, operation, and shutdown of machinery, supporting...

Kitchen Production Specialist

  • Bolingbrook, IL (13 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (13 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Why we will love you Food is your passion. You know it plays a vital role in creating a better everyday life for the many people especially when its honest, healthy and delicious. What you'll be...

Production Associate

  • Geneva, IL (24 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Geneva, IL (24 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Northern Illinois Food Bank Who We Are: Are you ready to join a team where your talent creates lasting change? At Northern Illinois Food Bank, every day is an opportunity to make a meaningful...

Production Associate

  • North Aurora, IL (19 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • North Aurora, IL (19 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 10 days ago

Production Worker 1st Shift | $22/hr | Aurora, IL Overview As a Production Worker, you will operate equipment to utilize raw ingredients precisely in creating flavor products. You must understand...

Production Technician - Copper

  • Orland Park, IL (20 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Orland Park, IL (20 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 12 days ago

What You Will Do Machine Operation : Set up, troubleshoot, and operate intermediate technology machines....

Production Technician (Pan-Jack)

  • Orland Park, IL (20 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Orland Park, IL (20 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 12 days ago

What You Will Do Machine Operation : Set up, troubleshoot, and operate intermediate technology machines....

Production Technician - Fruit by the Foot and Gushers

  • Geneva, IL (24 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Geneva, IL (24 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 22 days ago

General Mills, Inc. manufactures some of the most beloved foods in the world, including Cheerios and Lucky Charms, Nature Valley granola bars, Totino's pizza rolls, and Yoplait yogurt. Blue...

Production Associates

  • Bolingbrook, IL (13 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 26 days ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (13 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 26 days ago

Our Client in Bolingbrook, IL is looking for Flexible General Laborers to join their team. Previous manufacturing experience isnt needed! What is important is a strong work ethic and ability to...

Seasonal Production Associate - FT/PT

  • Joliet, IL
  • 27 days ago
  • Joliet, IL
  • 27 days ago

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2nd Shift Production Associate

  • Joliet, IL
  • 28 days ago
  • Joliet, IL
  • 28 days ago

Overview Filtration Group is on a mission to make the world safer, healthier, and more productive. With a passionate workforce, global footprint and world class engineering and manufacturing...

General Production Associate - Entry Level

  • Lockport, IL (9 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lockport, IL (9 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Our client, a leading manufacturing company, is seeking a General Production Associate - Entry Level to join their team. As a General Production Associate, you will be part of the production...

Quality Process Technician

  • Channahon, IL (7 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Channahon, IL (7 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Quality Process Technician Michelin is hiring! - This opportunity is in Woodburn, Indiana in our BF Goodrich tire plant. Woodburn is a small town located about 30 minutes east of Fort Wayne, IN....

Demographic Data for Joliet, IL

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Local
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Manufacturing Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Joliet, IL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Manufacturing Technicians in Joliet, IL 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 Joliet, IL
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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