Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Waukegan, 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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Sub Assembly Technician

  • Envista
  • Sturtevant, WI (23 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Sturtevant, WI (23 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 10 hours ago

Performs the set-up, calibration, testing and troubleshooting of circuits, components, instruments and mechanical assemblies....

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Floor Assembly Technician

  • VIVA
  • Hoffman Estates, IL (21 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL (21 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 13 hours ago

Operating a variety of tools and equipment (e.g., hand tools, power tools, multimeters, test fixtures, lifting equipment)....

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Production Associate

  • Weiman Products LLC
  • Gurnee, IL (5 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Gurnee, IL (5 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 13 hours ago

Operations include opening boxes of bottles and placing them into the hopper at the beginning of the production line and manually inserting spray triggers into filled bottles....

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Assembler - Manufacturing

  • Durex Industries
  • Cary, IL (21 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cary, IL (21 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Ability to use hand tools, machines, and measuring equipment proficiently....

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Production Associate

  • QPS Employment Group
  • Waukegan, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Waukegan, IL
  • 3 days ago

Production Associate Wage: $17.00/hour Shift: 1st Hours: 7:30am - 4:00pm The Production Associate is responsible for assembling kits by accurately picking and organizing pre-selected components...

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Assembly Technician

  • Aerotek
  • Hoffman Estates, IL (21 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL (21 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 3 days ago

tools, power tools, and assembly fixtures Basic computer skills and experience with ERP or production tracking systems Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety A team-oriented...

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Manufacturing Technician I

  • AbbVie
  • North Chicago, IL (2 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • North Chicago, IL (2 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Company Description About AbbVie AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of...

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Production Associate

  • Aerotek
  • Wheeling, IL (17 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Wheeling, IL (17 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Production Associate Job Description Join our team as a production associate where you will be responsible for washing and dipping parts into an acid wash, drying them, and loading and unloading...

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Injection Molding Technician

  • Aerotek
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (14 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (14 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Setup/Process Technician Job Description Set-Up Technicians (Injection Mold) are integral to the startup, operation, and maintenance of molding and assembly equipment. These roles are provided a...

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Production Technician

  • Careers At Central States Industrial (CSI)
  • Kenosha, WI (18 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Kenosha, WI (18 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Pay: $24 - $26 per hour Shift: 2nd Shift (3:30pm - 12:00am) Location: Kenosha, WI The Role: The Production Technician performs a wide variety of responsibilities requiring a high level of...

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Production Associate

  • Manpower
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (14 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (14 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Our client, a leader in Light Industrial manufacturing, is seeking a dedicated Production Associate to join their team. As a Production Associate, you will be an essential part of the...

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Entry Level Production Associate - 12 Hour Shifts!

  • Randstad
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (14 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (14 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Looking for a schedule that gives you half the year off without sacrificing full-time pay? Want to get your foot in the door with a global leader and lock in a permanent career? Randstad is hiring...

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Manufacturing Technician

  • The ESAB Group
  • Gurnee, IL (5 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Gurnee, IL (5 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 5 days ago

The Manufacturing Technician will perform work that includes tasks related to production, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair....

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Production Specialist l (M-F) 2:30pm to 11:00pm.

  • AbbVie
  • North Chicago, IL (2 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • North Chicago, IL (2 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Company Description About AbbVie AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of...

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Lead Mfg Equipment Technician - 2nd Shift

  • ThermoFisher Scientific
  • Mount Prospect, IL (21 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Mount Prospect, IL (21 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Assist in the training of packaging equipment. Apply Good Manufacturing Principles in all areas of responsibility....

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Demographic Data for Waukegan, IL

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Manufacturing Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Waukegan, IL

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Highest Education Level

Manufacturing Technicians in Waukegan, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
34.1%
Bachelor's Degree
22.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.9%
Associate's Degree
15.1%
Master's Degree
7.6%
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 Waukegan, 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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