Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Indianapolis, IN

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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Assembly Technician - 3rd SHIFT

  • Major Tool & Machine Inc
  • Indianapolis, IN
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  • Indianapolis, IN
  • moments ago

Use torque wrenches and understands torque methods and sequencing.Use precision measuring instruments.Operate hand tools and other shop equipment such as grinders, jitter bugs, drills, etc.Install thread...

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Clean Room Assembly Technician - 2nd and 3rd shift

  • Major Tool & Machine Inc
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • moments ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • moments ago

ASSEMBLER CLEAN ROOM Position Summary: Position is responsible for the accurate assembly of components as specified by customer work orders, engineering process routers, blueprints and any...

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Process Technician - Formulation/Filling/Material Prep (Nights)

  • Eli Lilly and Company
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 5 hours ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 5 hours ago

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world...

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Plant Technician

  • Poet Energy
  • Shelbyville, IN (24 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Shelbyville, IN (24 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 1 day ago

tools, and computers....

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Manufacturing & Tech Ops Director, Utilities

  • Perkin Elmer
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 1 day ago

This is a full-time salaried position with Project Farma, a PerkinElmer company. The successful candidate will reside in one of Project Farma's primary markets and be willing to travel...

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Production Technician - Thermal Barrier Coatings

  • Linde Plc.
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 2 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 2 days ago

Linde Advanced Material Technologies Inc. Production Technician - Thermal Barrier Coatings Indianapolis, IN, United States | req26620 2nd shift (02:00pm - 10:30pm), Monday - Friday What you will...

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Production Technician

  • Linde Plc.
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 2 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 2 days ago

Linde Advanced Material Technologies Inc. Production Technician Indianapolis, IN, United States | req27628 2nd shift (02:00pm - 10:30pm), Monday - Friday What you will enjoy doing* You will...

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Production Technician - Carbides

  • Linde Plc.
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 2 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 2 days ago

Linde Advanced Material Technologies Inc. Production Technician - Carbides Indianapolis, IN, United States | req27632 2nd shift (02:00pm - 10:30pm), Monday - Friday What you will enjoy doing* You...

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Nuclear Manufacturing Technician II (Day Shift)

  • Cardinal Health
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 2 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 2 days ago

Pay Rate: $32.00 an hour Bonus eligible: No Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being. Medical, dental and vision coverage Paid time...

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Production Associate-1st Shift

  • Pro Resources
  • Whitestown, IN (21 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Whitestown, IN (21 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 2 days ago

In this role, you will play a key part in the coating process by preparing and handling materials along the production line to ensure efficiency and quality standards are met....

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Production Technician

  • Aerotek
  • Greenwood, IN (12 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Greenwood, IN (12 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 3 days ago

Use hand tools and related equipment safely and effectively for assembly and repair tasks....

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Manufacturing Technician

  • Aegion Corp
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 4 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 4 days ago

We are currently seeking Manufacturing Technicians who have manufacturing experience to join our team in Indianapolis, IN....

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Process Technician - Filling (Days)

  • Eli Lilly and Company
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 5 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 5 days ago

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world...

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Equipment Technician

  • Steris Corporation
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 7 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 7 days ago

In this role you will use a variety of hand tools, diagnostic devices, electro-mechanical, and hydraulic competencies in order to work in a safe and efficient manner....

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Lead Production Technician

  • PTS Diagnostics
  • Whitestown, IN (21 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Whitestown, IN (21 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 7 days ago

SUMMARY Lead Production Technician performs duties in all areas of operations to produce PTS products, using progressive skills and knowledge of the manufacturing process. This position requires...

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Salary for Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Indianapolis, IN

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Highest Education Level

Manufacturing Technicians in Indianapolis, IN 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 Indianapolis, IN
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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