Production Technician Jobs in British Columbia

A Production Technician in the manufacturing industry is primarily responsible for operating and maintaining the production equipment. Their duties include adjusting machine settings, performing quality checks, troubleshooting equipment issues, and adhering to safety and compliance protocols. These technicians play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth running of the production line, which directly impacts the overall efficiency and quality of production. They also assist in the training of other staff, making improvements in production processes, and conducting routine maintenance and inspections.

Important skills for a Production Technician include mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and a strong understanding of safety procedures and regulations. Certifications in fields such as manufacturing technology or industrial engineering can be beneficial. Prior experience in the manufacturing industry is often required, with roles such as a Machine Operator, Production Operator, or Assembly Line Worker providing relevant skill sets and experience. These roles offer hands-on experience in operating machinery and adhering to safety standards, creating a strong foundation for a career as a Production Technician.

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Manufacturing Assembler II (AM Shift)

  • Verathon
  • Burnaby, BC
  • 15 hours ago
  • Burnaby, BC
  • 15 hours ago

assembly skills Ability to read and interpret procedures and drawings Strong interpersonal communication skills Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles Attention to detail, ability to meet deadlines...

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Heavy Duty Equipment Technician

  • GFL Environmental
  • Abbotsford, BC
  • 7 days ago
  • Abbotsford, BC
  • 7 days ago

Now Hiring: Red Seal Heavy-Duty Equipment Technician Abbotsford, BC | GFL Environmental GFL Environmental is seeking a Red Seal Heavy-Duty Equipment Technician to join our Abbotsford team. We...

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Production Technician

  • LGG Industrial
  • Nanaimo, BC
  • 12 days ago
  • Nanaimo, BC
  • 12 days ago

Ability to work at varying work-surface levels and machine operation heights. Ability to move above or below workstations or retrieve items from various heights....

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Food Production Specialist

  • Randstad
  • Richmond, BC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Richmond, BC
  • 30+ days ago

Are you looking for a stable role in a growing industry? We are looking for energetic, detail-oriented Food Production Specialists to join our team. In this role, you arent just a worker on a...

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Pilot Plant Technician

  • Lithium Nevada, LLC
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 45+ days ago

Lithium Americas is a North American resource and materials company focused on developing, building, and operating lithium deposits and chemical processing facilities. The company's flagship...

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Seasonal Ice Production Technician

  • Culligan Water
  • Cranbrook, BC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Cranbrook, BC
  • 45+ days ago

Position Overview The Culligan Ice Production Technician is responsible for the production, packaging, and handling of bagged ice....

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Production Specialist/Installer

  • FASTSIGNS
  • Surrey, BC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Surrey, BC
  • 45+ days ago

Benefits: Competitive salary Dental insurance Profit sharing Company Description Boulevard Signs dba FASTSIGNS Surrey is a visual communications company using innovative thinking and...

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Production Technician (Onsite)

  • Kardium
  • Burnaby, BC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Burnaby, BC
  • 45+ days ago

line equipment Monitoring the assembly line and removing faulty products Working on the production line and meeting production targets Reporting any issues to the supervisors and/or production manager...

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Production Technician (Night Shift)

  • Redlen Technologies
  • Saanichton, BC
  • 90+ days ago
  • Saanichton, BC
  • 90+ days ago

Test and Assembly Comfortable with Basic Computer skill/Documentation skills Manual dexterity/Line assembly/Mechanical Assembly Metrology: Proficient in operating a variety of tools, including calipers...

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Production Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Introduction to 3D for Screen Production
Whether youre a screen practitioner, have live action screen production experience, or you have no prior knowledge and simply want to develop an understanding of 3D, this two-week course will arm...
Electrical Industry: Production and Economics
This innovative, three-week course from the University of Padova is designed to illustrate how electricity is produced, and exchanged, and why. Understand how electrical systems have evolved over...
Introduction to Production Design for Film and Screen
This course provides a basic understanding of the role of the Production Designer on feature films, short films, TV, live action, animation or game design. It will explore key concepts and core...

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Salary for Production Technician Jobs in British Columbia

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 Production Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Production Technicians in British Columbia 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 Production Technicians in British Columbia
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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