Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Oregon

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

  • Wilsonville, OR
  • 60+ days ago
  • Wilsonville, OR
  • 60+ 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,...

Production Associate - Medford

  • Medford, OR
  • 12 hours ago
  • Medford, OR
  • 12 hours ago

Boise Cascade's most valuable asset is its employees. Join our production team with this entry-level position. Boise Cascade has been in the business of manufacturing wood products and...

Construction Equipment Technician

  • Tigard, OR
  • 4 days ago
  • Tigard, OR
  • 4 days ago

Job Listing ID: 4286864 Job Title: Construction Equipment Technician Application Deadline: Open Until FilledJob Location: Tigard Date Posted: 06/23/2025Hours Worked Per Week: 40 Shift: Day Shift...

Heavy Duty Equipment Technician

  • Portland, OR
  • 4 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 4 days ago

Tool Requirements: Basic hand tool set (personal). Shop tools provided: sledgehammers, pry bars, chains, hoists, jack stands, hydraulic jacks....

Production Associate II - Door Shop

  • Wilsonville, OR
  • 5 days ago
  • Wilsonville, OR
  • 5 days ago

Experience with hand tools, power tools, and the ability to read a tape measure....

Assembly Technician 2

  • Corvallis, OR
  • 5 days ago
  • Corvallis, OR
  • 5 days ago

Assembly Technician 2 Corvallis, Oregon, United States Add to favorites Favorited View favorites Lionbridge is seeking Assembly Technicians to join our experienced team on-site in Corvallis, OR....

Production Associate

  • Roseburg, OR
  • 6 days ago
  • Roseburg, OR
  • 6 days ago

Ergonomic Conditions: While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, bend, push/pull, use of material handling equipment, hand tools, loading and...

Production Specialist

  • Roseburg, OR
  • 6 days ago
  • Roseburg, OR
  • 6 days ago

Job Type Part-time Description POSITION PURPOSE: The primary responsibilities of the Takelma Production Specialist is to assist in all facets of the business including the production of the...

Production Associate I - Door Shop

  • Wilsonville, OR
  • 6 days ago
  • Wilsonville, OR
  • 6 days ago

Experience with hand tools, power tools, and the ability to read a tape measure....

Manufacturing Technician 1 (Temporary)

  • Beaverton, OR
  • 7 days ago
  • Beaverton, OR
  • 7 days ago

Manufacturing Technician 1 (Temporary) FormFactor, Inc....

Production Technician

  • Portland, OR
  • 7 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 7 days ago

Job Band: Hiring Manager: Kirby Luke Faircloth HR Rep: Lisa Ann M Partipilo Hourly rate starting @ $24.00 per hour! Job Description Do you have experience working in manufacturing or the desire to...

Maintenance Equipment Technician

  • Hillsboro, OR
  • 8 days ago
  • Hillsboro, OR
  • 8 days ago

Insight Global is seeking Equipment Maintenance Technicians to join a leading semiconductor client. Equipment Maintenance Technicians are responsible for the preventive and corrective maintenance...

Production Manufacturing Technician - Toledo OR

  • Toledo, OR
  • 10 days ago
  • Toledo, OR
  • 10 days ago

Technician - Toledo OR **Job Category:** Operations **Minimum Education Required:** High School/GED **City*:** Toledo **Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities:** Who You Are (Basic Qualifications...

Production Technician III - Newport Portland (R202404)

  • Portland, OR
  • 11 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 11 days ago

Perform 5S and Lean manufacturing activities including material handling improvements, production line configuration, and safety procedures....

Production Specialist

  • Salem, OR
  • 11 days ago
  • Salem, OR
  • 11 days ago

Production Specialist** **Anywhere** **Type:** Contract **Category:** UI/UX **Industry:** Technology **Workplace Type:** Remote **Reference ID:** JN -...35 **Date Posted:** 06/17/2025...

Demographic Data for Oregon

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Manufacturing Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Oregon

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

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Manufacturing Technicians in Oregon 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 Oregon
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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