Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Appleton, WI

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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Assembly Technician - HD Stack Chair Assembly 1st Shift

  • Green Bay, WI (22 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Green Bay, WI (22 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 5 days ago

Job Description: KI, a world class supplier of innovative and award-winning furniture solutions for business, educational, and healthcare environments, is seeking a full-time Assembly Technician...

Industrial Manufacturing Technician - 1st shift

  • Oshkosh, WI (16 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Oshkosh, WI (16 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 5 days ago

Remove excess material and burrs from surface by performing deburring, blasting, tumbling, staking, lapping, sawing, splitting, polishing, and other basic machining functions....

2nd Shift Manufacturing Technician 47163

  • Appleton, WI
  • 11 days ago
  • Appleton, WI
  • 11 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Palmer Group is partnering with an electronics manufacturing companyto fill a2nd Shift Manufacturing Technician position on their team....

Skilled Production Associate - Intermediate

  • De Pere, WI (16 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 14 days ago
  • De Pere, WI (16 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 14 days ago

Adecco is currently assisting a Large Tech Client in their search to fill a **Production Associate** position located in De Pere, WI 54115 zip code. **Pay Rate: $** **20.00/HR** **Shift: Mon - Fri...

Production Associate

  • Appleton, WI
  • 19 days ago
  • Appleton, WI
  • 19 days ago

The candidate will be trained and work all phases of the assembly line to include tank filling, final assembly, and packaging....

2nd Shift Manufacturing Technician

  • Appleton, WI
  • 20 days ago
  • Appleton, WI
  • 20 days ago

Us 2nd Shift Manufacturing Technician Palmer Group is partnering with an electronics manufacturingpany to fill a 2nd Shift Manufacturing Technician position on their team....

Production Associate

  • Appleton, WI
  • 25 days ago
  • Appleton, WI
  • 25 days ago

Production Associate multiple positions to consider 1st Shift, 3rd Shift and Weekend Shift opportunity available! We value experience, but understand that everyone needs to start somewhere. Our...

Assembly Technician Wave Fab Assembly

  • Green Bay, WI (22 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 28 days ago
  • Green Bay, WI (22 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 28 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: At KI, we believe knowing our customers helps us serve them better. We listen. We observe. We understand that each customer has unique needs. So, we pride ourselves on helping...

Senior Manufacturing Technician

  • Appleton, WI
  • 28 days ago
  • Appleton, WI
  • 28 days ago

Salary Range: \$48,100.00 - \$72,100.00 Purpose Statement: The Senior Manufacturing Technician assesses, implements, and maintains manufacturing procedures for intricate assembly processes....

Production Associate Temp

  • Appleton, WI
  • 28 days ago
  • Appleton, WI
  • 28 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Company / Location Information A.O. Smith is a global leader applying innovative technologies and energy-efficient solutions to products manufactured and marketed worldwide. The...

Hand Solderer All

  • Appleton, WI
  • 28 days ago
  • Appleton, WI
  • 28 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Hand Solderer The Hand Solder role is unique for individuals who likes to use precision hand tools, soldering components like surface mount and thru-hole. Who are we? Founded in...

Belt Technician

  • Appleton, WI
  • 28 days ago
  • Appleton, WI
  • 28 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Job Description As a Belt Technician at Applied Industrial Technologies, you will perform a variety of duties to customize heavy duty belts and rubber components to customer...

Equipment Technician II

  • Neenah, WI (9 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Neenah, WI (9 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 30+ days ago

Successfully executes responsibilities independently in accordance with good manufacturing practices and Plexus' Manufacturing Processes AND provide support to direct production line operators as it...

Production Technician

  • Appleton, WI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Appleton, WI
  • 30+ days ago

About us: At Plexus, our vision is to help create the products that build a better world. Driven by a passion for excellence, we partner with leading Aerospace/Defense, Healthcare/Life Sciences...

Process Technician

  • Oshkosh, WI (16 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Oshkosh, WI (16 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 30+ days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Accelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that\'s transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world. At Amcor, we unpack possibility through...

Demographic Data for Appleton, WI

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Local
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Manufacturing Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Principles of Manufacturing
Learn the principles of manufacturing: process control, production flow, supply chain and basic finance, from the worlds #1 ranked Mechanical Engineering department. Develop the fundamental skills...
Fundamentals of Manufacturing Processes
Study the processes used to manufacture products ranging from toys to smartphones, and learn fundamental principles and practical considerations that enable production at scale. Have you wondered...
Manufacturing Systems II
Learn how to analyze manufacturing systems to optimize performance and control costs and better understand the flow of material and information. Manufacturing systems are complex systems that...

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Salary for Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Appleton, WI

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Manufacturing Technicians in Appleton, WI 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 Appleton, WI
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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