Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Iowa

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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Industrial Technician - Cedar Rapids, IA

  • Konecranes Oyj
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 1 day ago

Company Description At Konecranes, we believe that great customer experience is built on the people behind the Konecranes name. Everything we do, we do with passion and drive. We believe diversity...

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Assembler - Manufacturing

  • Oshkosh Corporation
  • Riceville, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Riceville, IA
  • 2 days ago

General knowledge and understanding of hand tools (hammer, grinder, torque, wrench, etc.). Willingness to learn....

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Production Associate (ID #488634)

  • Partners Personnel Management
  • Fort Madison, IA
  • 4 days ago
  • Fort Madison, IA
  • 4 days ago

Fort Madison, IA Ft. Madison Ia 3178 $17.00/Per Hour Production Associate Job Description Branch Details Partners Personnel is now the exclusive agency for Scotts Miracle Grow in Ft. Madison, IA!...

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Production Technician I Labor Pool

  • CTI Foods
  • Humboldt, IA
  • 5 days ago
  • Humboldt, IA
  • 5 days ago

CTI Foods Overview Welcome to CTI Foods, where quality, service, and people are at the heart of everything we do. We are a leading food manufacturing company, dedicated to providing our customers...

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Powder Production Associate

  • QPS Employment Group
  • Allison, IA
  • 5 days ago
  • Allison, IA
  • 5 days ago

Powder Production Associate Responsibilities include but are not limited to: - Load, unload, and mask components on the production line - Pull parts based on requests from assembly lines - Deliver parts...

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Lead Process Technician

  • GPAC
  • Marshalltown, IA
  • 5 days ago
  • Marshalltown, IA
  • 5 days ago

Lead Process Technician A well-established manufacturer is seeking a Lead Process Technician to join their team. This company offers a clean, modern work environment along with strong benefits and...

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Manufacturing Technician job opportunity at West Des Moines IA

  • Indotronix International Corporation
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 5 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 5 days ago

Back to Job Board share Print Manufacturing Technician job opportunity at West Des Moines IA West Des Moines IA, Iowa, United States | Posted: 5/27/2026 Apply Now Indotronix is an Equal Opportunity...

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Stationary Equipment Technician

  • Republic Services
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 5 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 5 days ago

Repairs or replaces parts, such as pistons, rods, gears, valves, and bearings, using mechanic's hand tools....

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Production Technician I

  • Keurig Dr Pepper
  • Ottumwa, IA
  • 5 days ago
  • Ottumwa, IA
  • 5 days ago

equipment works....

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Manufacturing Technician

  • Manpower
  • Newton, IA
  • 5 days ago
  • Newton, IA
  • 5 days ago

Our client, a leader in the biodiesel manufacturing industry, is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to join their team....

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Production Associate - Davenport

  • Arconic
  • Davenport, IA
  • 6 days ago
  • Davenport, IA
  • 6 days ago

Equivalent military, heavy machine operation or construction experience is also accepted. Be willing to work a fixed or rotating 24X7 work schedule (8- or 12-hour shifts)....

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General Production Tech

  • Aerotek
  • Algona, IA
  • 6 days ago
  • Algona, IA
  • 6 days ago

Perform mechanical assembly work using hand and power tools while following established SOPs....

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Manufacturing Technician (DIA)

  • Marathon Staffing
  • Bettendorf, IA
  • 7 days ago
  • Bettendorf, IA
  • 7 days ago

Line Worker, Production Assembly, Production Line Operator, Assembly Line Technician, Production Line Technician, Production Machinery, Machine Setup, Entry-Level Technician, Manufacturing Technician...

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Warehouse Production Associate

  • Marathon Staffing
  • Davenport, IA
  • 7 days ago
  • Davenport, IA
  • 7 days ago

Line Worker, Factory Worker, Production Worker, Material Handler, Packer, Loader, Unloader, Packaging Jobs, Shipping and Receiving, Machine Operator, Forklift Operator, Heavy Lifting Jobs, Labor Staffing...

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Production Technician

  • Corteva, Inc.
  • Hedrick, IA
  • 10 days ago
  • Hedrick, IA
  • 10 days ago

Job Description At Corteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what's next. No matter your role, you will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture - leading breakthroughs in the...

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Demographic Data for Iowa

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Salary for Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Iowa

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Manufacturing Technicians in Iowa 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 Iowa
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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