Production Technician Jobs in Tennessee

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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Process Technician

  • Lenoir City, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lenoir City, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Process Technician | Primient About Primient Primient is a century old company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based,...

Mfg.Production Associate - Level I

  • Cookeville, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Cookeville, TN
  • 2 days ago

Operates machines and production equipment in accordance with quality and productivity requirements safely in a manufacturing environment with direct guidance.

Equipment Technician

  • Goodlettsville, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Goodlettsville, TN
  • 2 days ago

Equipment Technician Benefits - Equipment Technician Sign on Bonus $2,000 Competitive Benefits Package 401(k) with Company Match Paid Time Off Monday - Friday Job Objective: Provide equipment...

Biomedical Equipment Technician

  • Columbia, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbia, TN
  • 2 days ago

Manual dexterity required - ability to use common hand tools and small power equipment. Good verbal and written communication skills....

Production Associate II

  • TN
  • 3 days ago
  • TN
  • 3 days ago

Production Associate II Location: Chestnut Hill, TN Shift: 8-hour shifts either 2nd or 3rd shift Salary: $28.86/hour From a small family business to a multi-billion dollar global company, Sonoco...

Biomedical Equipment Technician II - Dialysis Specialist

  • Nashville, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 3 days ago

If you are wondering what makes TRIMEDX different, it's that all of our associates share in a common purpose of serving clients, patients, communities, and each other with equal measures of care...

Microbial Production Technician

  • Johnson City, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Johnson City, TN
  • 3 days ago

About the Position: Microbial Production Technician will assist with the fermentation process and the cultivation and harvesting of bacteria, using pilot scale fermenters and filtration equipment....

Production Technician

  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 3 days ago

Production Technician - Manufacturing Location: Mt. Juliet, Tennessee Pay: $20.00/hr....

Production Associate I (Third Shift)

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 4 days ago

Nordson Medical, a global leader in Interventional Solutions, Fluid Components, and Surgical Solutions, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team. We are committed...

Beverage Equipment Technician

  • TN
  • 4 days ago
  • TN
  • 4 days ago

Requisition ID: 227854 Locations: LaVergne Pay Range: $16.73 - $21.06, depending on experience Rate Frequency: Hourly Schedule: (Open Field) Click here to experience a Day in the Life of our...

Biomedical Equipment Technician

  • Sweetwater, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Sweetwater, TN
  • 4 days ago

Manual dexterity required - ability to use common hand tools and small power equipment. Good verbal and written communication skills....

Beverage Equipment Technician - La Vergne, TN

  • La Vergne, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • La Vergne, TN
  • 4 days ago

450194BR** **Auto req ID:** 450194BR **Company:** Coca-Cola Consolidated **Job Code:** Manufacturing Manufacturing **Job Description:** **_ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS_** - Our...

Production Associate - Now Hiring

  • Collierville, TN
  • 6 days ago
  • Collierville, TN
  • 6 days ago

Ready for great manufacturing, warehouse or industrial job opportunities? Take the first one by joining our team and finding your next growth opportunity in a safety- and team-oriented warehouse...

Medical Equipment Technician

  • Jackson, TN
  • 7 days ago
  • Jackson, TN
  • 7 days ago

Description AdaptHealth Opportunity - Apply Today! At AdaptHealth we offer full-service home medical equipment products and services to empower patients to live their best lives - out of the...

Temporary Outside Plant Technician

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 9 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 9 days ago

Job Description: Provides consistent, respectful and professional internal/external customer care. Initializes and maintains an open line of communications to ensure all customers receive the...

Demographic Data for Tennessee

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Production Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Lean Production
Learn how to apply key elements of Lean Production, from minimizing inventory and reducing setup times, to using 5S and Kaizen, in order to improve quality and productivity in your workplace....
Electrical Industry: Production and Economics
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Technology for Continuous Production of Medicines
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Salary for Production Technician Jobs in Tennessee

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturing research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Production Technicians in Tennessee 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 Tennessee
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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