Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Wisconsin

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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Production Associate

  • Marshfield, WI
  • 5 hours ago
  • Marshfield, WI
  • 5 hours ago

Responsible for manufacturing cheese to the high standard and quality Primary Duties: Monitor and control production machinery Monitor and use "Clean in Place" procedures on product machinery and...

RTE Production Associate

  • Schofield, WI
  • 5 hours ago
  • Schofield, WI
  • 5 hours ago

General Responsibilities & Position Purpose: The Production Worker will observe all safety regulations, ensuring all GMP (good manufacturing practices) and HACCP (hazard analysis critical control...

Production Associate

  • River Falls, WI
  • 7 hours ago
  • River Falls, WI
  • 7 hours ago

Production Associate PeopleReady of Hudson, WI is now hiring Production Associates in River Falls, WI! As a production Associate, you will assemble and inspect products and ensure that...

Injection Molding Technician (3rd shift)

  • Grafton, WI
  • 12 hours ago
  • Grafton, WI
  • 12 hours ago

What's a typical day as an Injection Molding Technician?...

Injection Molding Process Technician (1st shift)

  • Grafton, WI
  • 12 hours ago
  • Grafton, WI
  • 12 hours ago

Apply to be Injection Molding Process Technician today!...

Production Associate - 1st, 2nd and 3rd Shift - Siren, WI

  • Siren, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Siren, WI
  • 1 day ago

What You'll Be Doing: As a Production Associate, you will be involved in various stages of the manufacturing process, including: Operating injection molding machines Performing light assembly of components...

1st shift Process Technician 2443(DH)

  • Mukwonago, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Mukwonago, WI
  • 1 day ago

Job Description Setup, adjust and troubleshooting operations of all injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment....

Assembly Technician - Green Bay-Doni/Torsion Fab/Assembly

  • Green Bay, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Green Bay, WI
  • 1 day ago

Assembly Technician - Green Bay-Doni/Torsion Fab/Assembly Req #2833 Green Bay, WI - Manufacturing, Green Bay, Wisconsin, United States of America Job Description Posted Thursday, May 15, 2025 at...

Production Associate

  • Little Chute, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Little Chute, WI
  • 1 day ago

Operate hand tools and test equipment as required. Ensure good attendance and punctuality....

Production Tech I-Wall

  • Manitowoc, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Manitowoc, WI
  • 1 day ago

Production Tech I-Wall Req #2844 Manitowoc, WI - Manufacturing, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, United States of America Job Description Posted Friday, May 16, 2025 at 12:00 AM At KI, we believe knowing our...

Quality Process Technician

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 1 day ago

Quality Process Technician Michelin is hiring! - This opportunity is in Woodburn, Indiana in our BF Goodrich tire plant. Woodburn is a small town located about 30 minutes east of Fort Wayne, IN....

Assembly Technician - Green Bay-Wave Fab/Assembly

  • Green Bay, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Green Bay, WI
  • 1 day 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...

Process Technician I (Frozen Packaging 2nd Shift Lead)

  • Madison, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary To provide essential support to the Madison Culture Plant operation with regard to scheduling, sani-tation, and production support activities. To provide guidance and oversight to...

Injection Molding Process Technician (1st shift)

  • Grafton, WI
  • 3 days ago
  • Grafton, WI
  • 3 days ago

Apply to be Injection Molding Process Technician today! #GRACE 9841083...

Injection Molding Technician (3rd shift)

  • Grafton, WI
  • 3 days ago
  • Grafton, WI
  • 3 days ago

Whats a typical day as an Injection Molding Technician?...

Demographic Data for Wisconsin

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


Local
National
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141,683

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Salary for Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Wisconsin

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 Wisconsin offer the following education background
High School or GED
34.6%
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 Wisconsin
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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