Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Kentwood, MI

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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MillerKnoll

Manufacturing Position 3rd Shift (Temp-to-Hire Opportunity)

  • MillerKnoll
  • Zeeland, MI (16 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 9 days ago
  • MillerKnoll
  • Zeeland, MI (16 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 9 days ago

Machine Operation Individuals with Machine Operation skills operate specialty machinery to fabricate, manufacture, assemble or move products meeting all necessary specifications and quality control...

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Senior Production Specialist

  • Jeld-Wen
  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 2 hours ago

We Make Doors - Where they lead is up to you JELD-WEN is one of the world's largest door and window manufacturers, with more than 22,000 employees operating in 24 countries globally. Headquartered...

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Molding Process Technician III - 3rd Shift

  • Flex-N-Gate
  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 1 day ago

Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in “Automotive News.” A growing and vital...

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Production Associate

  • Bimbo Bakeries USA
  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 5 days ago

Have you ever enjoyed Arnold, Brownberry or Oroweat bread? A Thomas English muffin or bagel? Or perhaps snacked on a Sara Lee, Entenmanns or Marinela cake or donut? If the answer is yes, then you...

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Forklift Production Associate

  • Manpower
  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 5 days ago

Our client is seeking a Forklift Production Associate to join their dedicated team. As a Forklift Production Associate, you will be an integral part of the production support team, ensuring...

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Process Technician Job

  • Arkema
  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 7 days ago

Location: Grand Rapids Job Title: Production Technician S ITUATION IN ORGANIZATION : Position reports directly to the Grand Rapids Production Manager. JOB DIMENSIONS This job is responsible for...

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Process Technician

  • ODL International
  • Zeeland, MI (16 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Zeeland, MI (16 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 13 days ago

Shift: 2nd (3pm-11pm) Processing lead for the injection-molding department. Continuously improve processes through problem solving and standardization. Ensure parts produced meet quality standards...

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Production Associate

  • BAUER BUILT INC
  • Wyoming, MI (7 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 14 days ago
  • Wyoming, MI (7 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 14 days ago

Production Associate Grand Rapids Retread - Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Apply Apply Description Production Associate Why Join Us? At Bauer Built, we've been rooted in the Midwest for generations,...

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Limited Term Automotive Equipment Technician

  • AT&T
  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 14 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 14 days ago

*** $5,000.00 Sign on Bonus *** (Not applicable to internal employees) Our Automotive Equipment Technicians start off earning between $29 to $43 per hour. With our amazing opportunities, our...

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Manufacturing Assembler Zeeland, MI

  • Adecco USA, Inc.
  • West Olive, MI (24 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 18 days ago
  • West Olive, MI (24 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 18 days ago

Home Manufacturing Assembler- Zeeland, MI Industrial & Manufacturing $ 18 - $ 18.85 / Hour location_on West Olive, Michigan acute Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY...

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R&D Formulation/Process Technician I

  • Amway Corp
  • Ada, MI (10 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 20 days ago
  • Ada, MI (10 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 20 days ago

Apply now Job Title: R D Formulation/Process Technician I Posting Start Date: 5/12/26 Posting Location: Ada (Grand Rapids), MI Requisition ID: 42805 Job title: R D Formulation/Process Technician I...

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Production Technician

  • WASH
  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 22 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 22 days ago

Responsibilities: Move washers and dryers on and off an assembly line Place parts in bins to be refurbished by various subcomponent repair departments Perform a variety of tasks on different models...

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2nd or 3rd Shift Production Process Technician - Coating

  • Gentex
  • Zeeland, MI (16 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 23 days ago
  • Zeeland, MI (16 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 23 days ago

You want to love what you do and love where you work. Gentex gives you the best of both worlds. A global technology company headquartered in Zeeland, Michigan, Gentex is an 8-time winner of the...

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Pre-Production Specialist

  • Imperial CRS, Inc.
  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

Description Purpose of the Job: This position provides order preparation activities associated with organizing and coordinating quotes, estimates for internal team members and orders as they...

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Production Specialist

  • Jeld-Wen
  • Caledonia, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Caledonia, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

We Make Doors Where they lead is up to you We Make Doors Where they lead is up to you Hiring Now Immediate need for new Manufacturing Team Members JELD-WEN is one of the worlds largest door and...

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Demographic Data for Kentwood, MI

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Salary for Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Kentwood, MI

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Highest Education Level

Manufacturing Technicians in Kentwood, MI 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 Kentwood, MI
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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