Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Shawnee, KS

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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Heavy Equipment Technician

  • Sugar Creek, MO (14 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 16 days ago
  • Sugar Creek, MO (14 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 16 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Heavy Equipment Technician performs repairs and maintenance on heavy equipment, compact heavy equipment, light service equipment, and light trucks. Typical repairs include,...

Facility Supply Chain Equipment Technician PRN

  • Olathe, KS (11 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Olathe, KS (11 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 17 hours ago

Description Introduction Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering...

Facility Supply Chain Equipment Technician PRN

  • Kansas City, MO (7 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kansas City, MO (7 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 1 day ago

Description Introduction Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering...

Production Associate (2nd Shift)

  • Lenexa, KS (6 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lenexa, KS (6 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 1 day ago

Requisition ID: 892145Position: Full-TimeTotal Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information If you've worn a pair of glasses, we've already met. We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and...

Production Associate (Cylinder Processor)

  • Lenexa, KS (6 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lenexa, KS (6 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 1 day ago

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

Media & Production Specialist

  • Lenexa, KS (6 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS (6 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 2 days ago

Media & Production Specialist 8345 Lenexa Drive, Lenexa, KS 66214, United States of America Category Corporate Job Type Full time Join our Talent Community We will notify you about relevant...

Manufacturing Technician

  • Kansas City, MO (6 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 4 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (6 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 4 days ago

We are now recruiting for Manufacturing Technicians to join our diverse Biologics team in Westport, on a fixed-term contract basis....

Production Associate, $18/hr, START 8th JULY

  • Eudora, KS (23 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 4 days ago
  • Eudora, KS (23 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 4 days ago

Load and unload materials on the production line. Assist machine operators in their tasks. Stand on your feet for 8-10 hours as required. Lift materials weighing 40-50 pounds....

DAYTON, OH AREA Equipment Technician

  • North Kansas City, MO (11 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 5 days ago
  • North Kansas City, MO (11 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 5 days ago

Salary Range: $30.43 - $35.80 QT - Where Hard Work is Rewarded Everyone in the QT family possesses a certain intangible quality. Of course, they possess the many other qualities we expect in our...

Process Technician (1st Shift)

  • Olathe, KS (11 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 5 days ago
  • Olathe, KS (11 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 5 days ago

Overview We are seeking a full-time Process Technician (1st Shift) in our Olathe, KS location. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting Engineering in current and new manufacturing...

Production Associate

  • Eudora, KS (23 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 6 days ago
  • Eudora, KS (23 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 6 days ago

Load and unload the production line efficiently. Assist machine operators with daily tasks. Essential Skills Experience on a production line is preferred but not required....

Production Associate (Cylinder Processor)

  • Kansas City, MO (7 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 6 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (7 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 6 days ago

$0.00 Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience) Production Associate (Cylinder Processor) (Suppressed) Occupation: Electromechanical Equipment Assemblers Location: Kansas City, MO - 64116 Positions...

Production Associate- Kansas City, MO

  • Kansas City, MO (7 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 6 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (7 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 6 days ago

Your Job Georgia-Pacific is now hiring Production Associates to join our Corrugated facility in Kansas City, MO! Salary: $23.27 per hour 2nd Shift Differential - three dollars per hour = $26.27...

Manufacturing Technician 1

  • Lenexa, KS (6 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS (6 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 7 days ago

IPS - AkroFire is seeking a Production Technician (Mold Shop) who will hand mold silicon/neoprene coated fiberglass onto tools according to the specifications of the drawing. About IPS: Integrated...

Manufacturing Technician

  • Independence, MO (16 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 8 days ago
  • Independence, MO (16 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 8 days ago

NOW OFFERING - $1000 hiring bonus Title: Manufacturing Technician Location: Independence, MO Starting Pay: Hourly rates range from $27.51/hour up to $29.30/hour....

Demographic Data for Shawnee, KS

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Salary for Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Shawnee, KS

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Manufacturing Technicians in Shawnee, KS 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 Shawnee, KS
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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