Manufacturing Technician Jobs in West Virginia

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

  • The Weir Group PLC
  • Beckley, WV
  • 20 hours ago
  • Beckley, WV
  • 20 hours ago

Manufacturing Technician Townley 1st Shift: 7am - 430pm, M-F Additional overtime available based on business requirements Compensation: $16.00 per hour Purpose of Role: Manufacturing Technicians set...

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Assembler - Manufacturing

  • ASTEC INDUSTRIES
  • Poca, WV
  • 2 days ago
  • Poca, WV
  • 2 days ago

Key Activities & Responsibilities Cleans and assembles component parts, machined parts, and subassemblies Uses various hand tools, pneumatic tools, hydraulic tools, and precision measuring instruments...

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Production Associate 1 - Loading

  • Cornerstone Building Brands
  • Ellenboro, WV
  • 3 days ago
  • Ellenboro, WV
  • 3 days ago

Company DescriptionCornerstone Building Brands is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products for residential and low-rise non-residential buildings in North America. Headquartered in...

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Production Technician

  • Ecolab Inc.
  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 3 days ago
  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 3 days ago

Want to build a brighter, bolder future and cultivate your career? Join Ecolab's team and help create a world in which we all thrive. Ecolab is seeking Production Technician II to join our team in...

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Production Associate

  • Real Alloy
  • Friendly, WV
  • 5 days ago
  • Friendly, WV
  • 5 days ago

Overview REAL ALLOY is the market leader in third-party aluminum recycling and specification alloy production. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, we have 16 plants strategically located across the...

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Production Associate 1 Night Shift - Pennsboro

  • Cornerstone Building Brands
  • Pennsboro, WV
  • 10 days ago
  • Pennsboro, WV
  • 10 days ago

This job description is reflective of tasks that will be performed in a variety of departments: Specific Responsibilities:Operation of various hand tools to manual build window units togetherLift windows...

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Production Associate Day Shift

  • Cornerstone Building Brands
  • Ellenboro, WV
  • 10 days ago
  • Ellenboro, WV
  • 10 days ago

This job description is reflective of tasks that will be performed in a variety of departments: Specific Responsibilities:Operation of various hand tools to manual build window units togetherLift windows...

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CertainTeed Plant Technician

  • Saint-Gobain
  • Moundsville, WV
  • 11 days ago
  • Moundsville, WV
  • 11 days ago

We're looking for motivated individuals ready to take on a hands-on role in a dynamic production environment. What You'll Do: Operate Diversified Equipment: Work with a wide range of machinery and...

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Production Technician I

  • Ecolab Inc.
  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 11 days ago
  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 11 days ago

Want to build a brighter, bolder future and cultivate your career? Join Ecolab's team and help create a world in which we all thrive. Want to build a brighter, bolder future and cultivate your...

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PT6 Assembly Technician (2nd Shift)(Onsite)

  • RTX
  • Bridgeport, WV
  • 12 days ago
  • Bridgeport, WV
  • 12 days ago

Use various hand tools, precision measuring equipment, special tooling and gauges. Coordinate parts, consumables and non-product material movements....

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Production Associate

  • Aerotek
  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 12 days ago
  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 12 days ago

equipment, and assembly line machines....

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Production Specialist

  • Spherion
  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 13 days ago
  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 13 days ago

Machine Operations: Operate and monitor equipment and troubleshoot to maintain workflow....

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Outside Plant Technician B (TERM)

  • Frontier Communications
  • Parkersburg, WV
  • 19 days ago
  • Parkersburg, WV
  • 19 days ago

Operating construction-type equipment, such as winches, chain saws, hydraulic aerial lifts, and using large hand tools in placing wires and related materials....

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Retort Process Technician (Rotating Shifts)

  • The Clorox Company
  • WV
  • 26 days ago
  • WV
  • 26 days ago

Clorox is the place that's committed to growth - for our people and our brands. Guided by our purpose and values, and with people at the center of everything we do, we believe every one of us can...

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Overnight Production Associates

  • United Talent Staffing
  • Eleanor, WV
  • 30+ days ago
  • Eleanor, WV
  • 30+ days ago

Contract to Perm Anywhere Posted 4 hours ago Category: Assembly & Manufacturing Location: Eleanor, WV Type: Contract to Perm Job ID: 1614556 United Talent is immediately hiring Production Workers...

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Demographic Data for West Virginia

Moving to West Virginia? Find some basic demographic data about West Virginia below.


Local
National
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Salary for Manufacturing Technician Jobs in West Virginia

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 West Virginia 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 West Virginia
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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