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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Manufacturing Technician 3rd Shift

  • Shenandoah, IA
  • 9 days ago
  • Shenandoah, IA
  • 9 days ago

Currently we are looking for a Manufacturing Technician in pharmaceutical Compounding....

Mechanical Manufacturing Technician I, 3rd Shift (Onsite)

  • Carroll, IA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Carroll, IA
  • 10 hours ago

Mechanical Manufacturing Technician is an entry level position with no certification required....

Manufacturing Technician - Betty Crocker

  • Carlisle, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Carlisle, IA
  • 1 day ago

Check out why General Mills Manufacturing is the place to grow a career: Manufacturing Technician - Betty Crocker - Avon Mill As a part of our manufacturing group, you will be responsible for the mechanical...

Production Associate (Cylinder Processor)

  • Carter Lake, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Carter Lake, IA
  • 2 days ago

Linde Gas & Equipment Inc Production Associate (Cylinder Processor) Location\: Carter Lake, IA Linde Gas & Equipment Inc. is seeking a Production Associate to join our team! This role will fill,...

Manufacturing Production Associate

  • Charles City, IA
  • 3 days ago
  • Charles City, IA
  • 3 days ago

. - Wind wires to the bead wire extruder - Change bead wire wheels on bead wire extruder machine according to production line changes. - Load machine hoppers with cord, using cranes, or load calendars...

Assembly Technician

  • Ankeny, IA
  • 4 days ago
  • Ankeny, IA
  • 4 days ago

Experience in production, assembly line work, mechanical and electrical systems is highly desirable. Physical ability to lift heavy objects, stand for long periods, and perform repetitive tasks....

Manufacturing Production Technician

  • Story City, IA
  • 4 days ago
  • Story City, IA
  • 4 days ago

Aerotek Manufacturing Production Technician in Story City , Iowa Job Title: Manufacturing Production Technician Job Description Within this position you will operate a variety of electric and pneumatic...

Industrial Technician - Manufacturing

  • Urbana, IA
  • 4 days ago
  • Urbana, IA
  • 4 days ago

Clickstop Industrial Technician - Manufacturing in Urbana , Iowa Criteria for Clickstop's internal hiring process: Employee has been employed with Clickstop for at least 6 months. Employee is...

Mechanical Manufacturing Technician I_ Onsite

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 4 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 4 days ago

Mechanical Manufacturing Technician is an entry level position with no certification required....

Mechanical Manufacturing Technician I_ Onsite

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 5 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 5 days ago

Mechanical Manufacturing Technician is an entry level position with no certification required....

Production Associate

  • Cedar Falls, IA
  • 6 days ago
  • Cedar Falls, IA
  • 6 days ago

., machining, processing, assembly, or packaging) equipment including: Moving, packing, and sorting raw materials or finished goods....

Production Technician Trainee - Formulations North

  • Muscatine, IA
  • 7 days ago
  • Muscatine, IA
  • 7 days ago

At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a real...

2nd Shift Manufacturing Production Associate - ProgP

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 7 days ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 7 days ago

Starting Wages $21.50- $26.00/hr plus Shift Differential of $1.00/hr Earnings potential with Quarterly Bonuses up to $29.00/hr The Progressive Processing, LLC, facility in Dubuque, Iowa, will be...

3rd Shift Manufacturing Production Associate- ProgP

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 7 days ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 7 days ago

Starting Wages $21.50- $26.00/hr plus Shift Differential of $1.50/hr Earnings potential with Quarterly Bonuses up to $29.00/hr The Progressive Processing, LLC, facility in Dubuque, Iowa, will be...

Medical Equipment Technician

  • Mason City, IA
  • 8 days ago
  • Mason City, IA
  • 8 days ago

Description AdaptHealth Opportunity - Apply Today! At AdaptHealth we offer full-service home medical equipment products and services to empower patients to live their best lives - out of the...

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
34.7%
Bachelor's Degree
22.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.9%
Associate's Degree
15.0%
Master's Degree
7.4%
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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