Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Kansas

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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Production Technician

  • Dodge City, KS
  • 12 days ago
  • Dodge City, KS
  • 12 days ago

Job ID 306775 Date posted 04/15/2025 New, easy-to-apply options are available for this role: chat with our recruiting assistant Ana at careers.cargill.com or text CargillJobs to 60196. If you do...

Pilot Plant Technician

  • Topeka, KS
  • 13 hours ago
  • Topeka, KS
  • 13 hours ago

Compensation and Benefits Salary Range $62,000 - $77,500 USD Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses,...

These are plastic injection molding machines, that you will watch, stack, measure and track throughout the shift. This 3:00pm to 11:00pm shift is an immediate start in McPherson! Apply YOUR way!...

Biomed Equipment Technician

  • Kansas City, KS
  • 2 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 2 days ago

Position Title Biomed Equipment Technician Bell Hospital Position Summary / Career Interest: Under relatively close supervision, the Biomedical Equipment Technician will perform repair,...

Production Associate (Cylinder Processor)

  • Lenexa, KS
  • 3 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS
  • 3 days 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,...

Ag Equipment Technician Needed!

  • Herington, KS
  • 6 days ago
  • Herington, KS
  • 6 days ago

Gpac has surfaced an amazing company looking for an Ag Equipment Technician! Position Attributes Analyze and understand a customer’s concern and to provide a solution at the time of need or...

Ag Equipment Technician Needed!

  • Lenexa, KS
  • 7 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS
  • 7 days ago

Gpac has surfaced an amazing company looking for an Ag Equipment Technician! Position Attributes Analyze and understand a customer’s concern and to provide a solution at the time of need or...

Lead Biomedical Equipment Technician

  • Dodge City, KS
  • 10 days ago
  • Dodge City, KS
  • 10 days ago

Overview Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the...

Manufacturing Planner

  • Wichita, KS
  • 11 days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 11 days ago

Overview Summary: Responsible for working closely with contact administrators and engineering personnel to design a reliable, yet, cost efficient manufacturing processes to meet customer final...

Manufacturing Technician (Clifton, KS)

  • Clifton, KS
  • 11 days ago
  • Clifton, KS
  • 11 days ago

This position provides support to the machining services group of Northern Natural Gas technical services department through the production, job setup, testing, repair and delivery of parts and...

Production Associate

  • Kansas City, KS
  • 13 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 13 days ago

Atlas Molded Products is seeking a Production Associate -1st & 2nd Shift for the Kansas City, KS Shape facility. POSITION SUMMARY Assist with production, inspection, packaging of product, and...

Heavy Equipment Technician in Dodge City!

  • Dodge City, KS
  • 13 days ago
  • Dodge City, KS
  • 13 days ago

An awesome company surfaced has a need for a Heavy Equipment Technician. This position is in the Dodge City area and is ready to hire! Responsibilities of Heavy Equipment Technician: Repair diesel...

Process Technician (2nd Shift)

  • Lenexa, KS
  • 16 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS
  • 16 days ago

Overview We are seeking a full-time Process Technician (2nd Shift) in our Olathe, KS location. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting Engineering in current and new manufacturing...

Production Technician

  • De Soto, KS
  • 17 days ago
  • De Soto, KS
  • 17 days ago

Production Technician Industrial & Manufacturing $ 20 / Hour location_on De Soto, Kansas work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link Adecco is currently...

Heavy Equipment Technician

  • Cherryvale, KS
  • 17 days ago
  • Cherryvale, KS
  • 17 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,...

Demographic Data for Kansas

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Salary for Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Kansas

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturing research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Manufacturing Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Manufacturing Technicians in Kansas offer the following education background
High School or GED
34.6%
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 Kansas
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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