Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Maine

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 Production Associate

  • Mechanic Falls, ME
  • 3 days ago
  • Mechanic Falls, ME
  • 3 days ago

Manufacturing Production Associate at Adecco US, Inc. in Mechanic Falls, Maine, United States Job Description Join our dynamic team as a Manufacturing Production Associate on second shift and play...

Field Heavy Vehicle & Equipment Technician (NR-30-25)

  • Caribou, ME
  • 4 days ago
  • Caribou, ME
  • 4 days ago

Maine Department of Transportation Salary: New employees will start at $26.66 per hour (Step 6) Salary includes a 1% stipend To view the full salary range of this position, click here....

Production Specialist

  • Rockland, ME
  • 5 days ago
  • Rockland, ME
  • 5 days ago

Work Location: Rockland, Maine Goodwill Northern New England good works here! At Goodwill, we believe in the power of work to transform lives. As a nonprofit organization, we are dedicated to...

Maine Department of Transportation Salary: New employees will start at $26.66 per hour (Step 6) Salary includes a 1% stipend To view the full salary range of this position, click here....

Manufacturing Specialist

  • Gray, ME
  • 7 days ago
  • Gray, ME
  • 7 days ago

Entry Level Manufacturing Specialist - Hiring Immediately!** Location: Gray, ME Shifts: + 1st Shift 7:00a to 3:45p (Monday to Friday) - _$18_ + 2nd Shift 4:00p to 3:00a (Monday to Thursday) Will...

Manufacturing Technician Rotating Shifts Auburn, Maine

  • Auburn, ME
  • 11 days ago
  • Auburn, ME
  • 11 days ago

This career path starts you off as a Production Line Operator, and can progress into several different roles: Production Team Leader, Electrical Technician, QA Analyst, and other support roles....

Manufacturing Technicians in Pittsfield or Guilford

  • Pittsfield, ME
  • 11 days ago
  • Pittsfield, ME
  • 11 days ago

We are now hiring a Manufacturing Technician for a client in Pittsfield or Guilford, Maine. Interested? Apply now!...

Biomedical Equipment Technician

  • Biddeford, ME
  • 11 days ago
  • Biddeford, ME
  • 11 days ago

Manual dexterity required - ability to use common hand tools and small power equipment. Good verbal and written communication skills....

Production Specialist

  • Augusta, ME
  • 11 days ago
  • Augusta, ME
  • 11 days ago

at Eliassen Group in Augusta, Maine, United States Job Description Production Specialist Anywhere Type: Contract Category: UI/UX Industry: Technology Workplace Type: Remote Reference ID: JN -...35...

Electronics Assembly Technician

  • Biddeford, ME
  • 13 days ago
  • Biddeford, ME
  • 13 days ago

Utilize small hand tools and power tools effectively. Solder and assemble mechanical, electronic, and electromechanical components....

Assembly Technician

  • Portland, ME
  • 13 days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 13 days ago

Electronics Assembly Technician Job Description Join a dynamic and expanding team as an Electronics Assembly Technician, where you will play a crucial role in assembling various electronic panels....

Shop Equipment Technician

  • Lewiston, ME
  • 13 days ago
  • Lewiston, ME
  • 13 days ago

Shop Equipment Technician Alta Equipment Company medical insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k) United States, Maine, Lewiston 23 Foss Road (Show on map) Jun 12, 2025 Come work for the...

Material Handling Equipment Technician - Immediate Opening

  • Westbrook, ME
  • 14 days ago
  • Westbrook, ME
  • 14 days ago

Company: US0008 Sysco Northern New England, Inc. Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 04092 Travel Percentage: 0 COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of Syscos actual pay...

Production Specialist

  • South Portland, ME
  • 14 days ago
  • South Portland, ME
  • 14 days ago

Work Location: Mill Creek South Portland, Maine Goodwill Northern New England good works here! At Goodwill, we believe in the power of work to transform lives. As a nonprofit organization, we are...

Production Associates

  • Kennebunk, ME
  • 15 days ago
  • Kennebunk, ME
  • 15 days ago

Production Associates in Kennebunk, Maine Pay: Up to $21 per hour, based on experience Schedule: 1st, 2nd & 3rd shifts Assignment Length: Temp-to-Hire Do you have excellent attention to detail and...

Demographic Data for Maine

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Salary for Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Maine

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 Maine 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 Maine
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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