Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Mississippi

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 1

  • Northrop Grumman
  • Iuka, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Iuka, MS
  • 1 day ago

In this position, you will join our Manufacturing Operations Organization within our Aeronautics Systems sector as a Manufacturing Technician 1 supporting our Iuka, MS site....

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Production Associate - Tupelo, MS

  • The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company
  • Tupelo, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Tupelo, MS
  • 1 day ago

technician...

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Production Associate (All Shifts) $17.50 - $22.75

  • Justrite Manufacturing Company, L.L.C
  • Moselle, MS
  • 3 days ago
  • Moselle, MS
  • 3 days ago

Position Summary The Production Associate is responsible for performing production tasks according to standard operating procedures (SOP), safety standards and manufacturing guidelines. Completes...

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Process Technician

  • Saint-Gobain Corporation
  • Holly Springs, MS
  • 14 days ago
  • Holly Springs, MS
  • 14 days ago

Ensure quality through monitoring process conditions of production line and maintaining process stability....

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Production Technician-Weekend Crew

  • Seemann Composites, L.L.C.
  • Gulfport, MS
  • 16 days ago
  • Gulfport, MS
  • 16 days ago

PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN - WEEKEND CREW Production Technician - Weekend Crew Friday - Saturday - Sunday | 3 day/13 hour days 5:00 AM - 6:30 PM Gulfport, Mississippi Includes 20% Shift Differential...

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Production Manufacturing Technician

  • Koch Industries, Inc.
  • Jackson, MS
  • 19 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 19 days ago

Your Job Georgia Pacific is actively seeking Production Manufacturing Technicians to work in the Printing, Packaging, and Plate Forming Press technology centers at our Dixie site in Jackson, TN....

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Production Technician

  • SNF Holding Company
  • Bay St Louis, MS
  • 20 days ago
  • Bay St Louis, MS
  • 20 days ago

Operate a forklift, power & hand tools, and computers. Able to work safely with hazardous chemicals during off-loading. Assist with routine maintenance and cleaning of production equipment....

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HVAC-R/Equipment Technician - Jackson, MS

  • QuikTrip
  • Jackson, MS
  • 22 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 22 days ago

Salary Range: $31.34 - 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...

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Production Technician

  • Cargill
  • Byhalia, MS
  • 22 days ago
  • Byhalia, MS
  • 22 days ago

Cargill is a family company committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. We sit at the heart of the supply chain,...

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Manufacturing Technician 2

  • Northrop Grumman
  • Iuka, MS
  • 23 days ago
  • Iuka, MS
  • 23 days ago

In this position, you will join our Manufacturing Operations Organization within our Aeronautics Systems sector as a Manufacturing Technician 2 supporting our Iuka, MS site....

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Manufacturing Technician 3

  • Northrop Grumman
  • Iuka, MS
  • 23 days ago
  • Iuka, MS
  • 23 days ago

In this position, you will join our Manufacturing Operations Organization within our Aeronautics Systems sector as a Manufacturing Technician 3 supporting our Iuka, MS site....

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Manufacturing Technician - Entry Level

  • Northrop Grumman
  • MS
  • 26 days ago
  • MS
  • 26 days ago

Manufacturing Technician - Entry Level #NLX291513026 ?% ! COMPARISON DETAILS ?...

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Material Handling Equipment Technician III - Sysco Jackson (R248746)

  • Ashley Hansen
  • Jackson, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 30+ days ago

Company: US0001 Sysco Jackson, LLC Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 39209 Travel Percentage: 0 COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of Syscos actual pay range but is...

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Material Handling Equipment Technician - Immediate Opening

  • Sysco
  • Madison, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Madison, MS
  • 30+ days ago

Company: US0001 Sysco Jackson, LLC Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 39209 Travel Percentage: 0 COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of Syscos actual pay range but is...

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Material Handling Equipment Technician - Now Hiring

  • Sysco
  • Jackson, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 30+ days ago

Company: US0001 Sysco Jackson, LLC Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 39209 Travel Percentage: 0 COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of Syscos actual pay range but is...

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Demographic Data for Mississippi

Moving to Mississippi? Find some basic demographic data about Mississippi below.


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National
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Salary for Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Mississippi

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 Mississippi 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 Mississippi
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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