Production Technician Jobs in San Diego, CA

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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Electrical Assembly Technician

  • Cardiff by the Sea, CA (21 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Cardiff by the Sea, CA (21 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 20 days ago

Description Join a Mission-Driven Team at Leidos! At Leidos, we are dedicated to delivering innovative solutions through the hard work and creativity of our diverse and talented people. Our teams...

Poway - Cable Assembler - 1st And 2nd Shift

  • Poway, CA (21 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Poway, CA (21 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 11 hours ago

Cable Harness Assembler Aerospace Manufacturing-Poway, CA** **Location: Poway, California** **Pay:$25.96/hr (1st Shift) | $27.26/hr (2nd Shift)** **Key Responsibilities:** + Assemble and wire...

Heavy Equipment Technician

  • Chula Vista, CA (7 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chula Vista, CA (7 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 3 days ago

The Heavy Equipment Technician performs repairs and maintenance on heavy equipment, compact heavy equipment, light service equipment, and light trucks. Typical repairs include, but are not limited...

R&D Manufacturing Technician

  • Poway, CA (21 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Poway, CA (21 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Manufacturing Technician Job Description We are seeking a dedicated Manufacturing Technician to join our team and collaborate closely with Engineers. This role involves working with composite...

Manufacturing Technician

  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago

Experience in machine operation, multitasking, quality assurance, packaging, inspection, and computer operation....

Manufacturing Technician

  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 days ago

Estamos buscando personas que aporten su innovacion a trabajar para promover tanto nuestro exito como el suyo. Unase a una organizacion que garantiza un mundo mas seguro conectando y protegiendo a...

Electrical Assembly Technician

  • San Diego, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 7 days ago

Title: Electrical Assembly Technician Segment: Voyager - Defense & National Security Location: San Diego, CA Job Type: Full Time - 100% Onsite - 6 month onsite temporary role Relocation Eligible:...

Production Technician

  • San Diego, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 11 days ago

We are seeking a Production Technician at nVent Sydney facility....

Equipment Technician II

  • San Diego, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 11 days ago

See NOTES below for future wage increases and/or additional compensation opportunities. Equipment Technician II positions work throughout the City in various departments. Here are some examples of...

Manufacturing Technician- $22-$24/hr

  • San Diego, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 13 days ago

This role involves filling operations and machine operation, requiring attention to detail and adherence to provided work instructions housed in a cloud-based application....

Manufacturing Technician 3rd Shift

  • San Diego, CA
  • 15 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 15 days ago

Manufacturing Technician - Sorrento Valley - 3rd Shift (Contract to Hire) Work Environment & Hours Work in a cleanroom environment (lab coats and shoe covers provided). First-week training : 9 AM...

Injection Molding Technician

  • San Diego, CA
  • 17 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 17 days ago

About this position SeeScan is seeking an Injection Molding Technician to join our in-house mold shop. Compensation The pay range for our Injection Molding Technician position is $23 to $27...

Manufacturing Technician 4

  • San Diego, CA
  • 17 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 17 days ago

Introduction to the job As a Manufacturing Technician at ASML, you will play a critical role in building and testing sub-systems of our cutting-edge EUV (Extreme Ultraviolet) Source technology....

Manufacturing Assembler NEW

  • San Diego, CA
  • 19 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 19 days ago

Manufacturing Assembler L3Harris Technologies Today Secret Unspecified Unspecified San Diego, CA (ON-SITE/OFFICE) L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are...

Production Technician

  • Poway, CA (21 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Poway, CA (21 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 19 days ago

Production Technician/Machine Operator Location- Poway, CA Shift- 1st / 2nd Pay rate- $20/hr - $30hr Key Responsibilities: Operate equipment for film coating and image application on PCBs in a semi-clean...

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Salary for Production Technician Jobs in San Diego, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Production Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Production Technicians in San Diego, CA 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 Production Technicians in San Diego, CA
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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