Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Sugar Land, TX

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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Meat Packing Production Associate - Gourmet Ranch, Houston TX Stock Yards - Hablamos Espanol!

  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 10 hours ago

Schedule: Monday to Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm (Saturday as needed) ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Work in a fast-paced environment preparing meat products to feed lines and/or prepare for...

Heavy Equipment Technician

  • Fresno, TX (11 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Fresno, TX (11 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 12 hours 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,...

Plant Technician

  • Needville, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Needville, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 22 hours ago

Join us in this role where you'll be responsible for day-to-day balance of plant (BOP) support for assigned operating renewable assets, incl. on-site high voltage (HV) operation and maintenance...

Biomedical Equipment Technician

  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 2 days ago

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Under supervision is responsible for the operational condition, maintenance, and repair of all water systems, medical equipment, and mechanical/electrical systems so as to...

Assembly Process Technician

  • Katy, TX (15 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Katy, TX (15 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Assembly Process Technician Job ID 130722 Job Type Direct Hire Industry Manufacturing Location Katy, Texas, United States Talascend is currently seeking a Assembly Process Technician for a...

Electrical Assembly Technician

  • Sugar Land, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Sugar Land, TX
  • 3 days ago

Electrical Assembly Technician Advantage Technical $20.00-$25.00 vision insurance, 401(k), employee discount United States, Texas, Sugar Land Jun 26, 2025 Assembly Technician Sugar Land, TX 6...

Assembly Technician

  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Assembly Technician Order: 3499832 Order Type : TempToFT Build High-Quality Equipment - Assembly Technician Opportunity in Katy, TX! Put your mechanical skills to work in a clean, safety-first...

Electrical Assembly Technician

  • Sugar Land, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Sugar Land, TX
  • 5 days ago

Assembly Technician Sugar Land, TX 6 months Contract Pay: $20-$25/HR Join our partner company as an Assembly Technician in Sugar Land, TX. Our client is a leading provider of Industrial Automation...

Set Up Technician - Injection Molding (Day Shift)

  • Katy, TX (15 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Katy, TX (15 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 6 days ago

About the position Igloo Products Corp is an iconic and fast-growing American brand known for exceptional and durable performance for everyday cooler needs. After more than 75 years of as the...

Equipment Technician - Patient Transportation 9:45A -6:15P

  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 6 days ago

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is ranked the nation's top hospital for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report's "Best Hospitals." As a Magnet Recognized Hospital, we have a...

Manufacturing Technician

  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 7 days ago

The Core Technician is a scientist role and will be responsible for performing a variety of tasks associated with the production of sterile biological pharmaceutical products. location: Houston,...

Production Technician I - Clean Room Support 1st Shift

  • Sugar Land, TX
  • 8 days ago
  • Sugar Land, TX
  • 8 days ago

Our Production Technician I - Prep/Cleanroom Support Technician plays a vital role in ensuring the highest quality and safety standards of our pharmaceutical products. Once you complete our...

Base Production Technician II

  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 11 days ago
  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 11 days ago

What We're Looking For The Base Technician II is responsible for producing pharmaceutical bases like creams, lotions, and suspensions by following Batch Records. This includes weighing and mixing...

Production Tech - Grinding

  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 11 days ago
  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 11 days ago

Job Summary: Under minimal supervision, the Production Tech will be responsible for Grinding Set-Up and all aspects of the grinding process. They will set-up and operate multiple grinders, while...

Seasonal Production Technician

  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 12 days ago
  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 12 days ago

Primo Brands is a leading branded beverage company in North America with a focus on healthy hydration. We are proud to offer an extensive and iconic portfolio of highly recognizable, sustainably...

Demographic Data for Sugar Land, TX

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Salary for Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Sugar Land, TX

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Manufacturing Technicians in Sugar Land, TX 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 Sugar Land, TX
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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