Production Technician Jobs in Utah

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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Part Time Production Associate-Weekend Nights (NSL)

  • North Salt Lake, UT
  • 9 hours ago
  • North Salt Lake, UT
  • 9 hours ago

Join Dura-Line, an Orbia business, in leading the charge for global connectivity! As the premier manufacturer of plastic conduit pipes, we create pathways that connect people and information...

Medical Equipment Technician

  • Lindon, UT
  • 2 days ago
  • Lindon, UT
  • 2 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...

Cleanroom Cathode Assembly Technician

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 2 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 2 days ago

Job Description Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assemble/process product, parts and assemblies using hand tools, customized tooling, and/or semi-automated equipment....

Production Associate - 1st Shift - $20.50/hr

  • Magna, UT
  • 4 days ago
  • Magna, UT
  • 4 days ago

Schedule: 1st shift - Monday through Thursday from 4:00am to 2:30pm As a Production Associate I, you will prepare, process, clean, install, assemble, rework, verify, test, and/or inspect...

Production Associate - Muffin - 1st Shift

  • West Valley City, UT
  • 4 days ago
  • West Valley City, UT
  • 4 days ago

Bringing Home the Dough Performs production line tasks as directed by person in charge....

Lead Manufacturing Technician

  • Sandy, UT
  • 4 days ago
  • Sandy, UT
  • 4 days ago

Summary This Manufacturing Technical Leader will master the Production Technology and Maintenance techniques for an assigned production line, as well as lead the collaboration and coordination of Maintenance...

Optical Manufacturing Technician

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 4 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 4 days ago

Who we are SeekWell is the parent company of 1-800 Contacts, Luna, and Hello Eyes. Our goal is to make it simpler, easier, and more accessible for people to get the vision care they need. We...

Production Technician I - Logan, UT

  • Logan, UT
  • 4 days ago
  • Logan, UT
  • 4 days ago

Use of equipment and hand tools requiring forceful gripping, grasping, pushing, pulling, and repetitive motion....

Production Specialist-1

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 5 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 5 days ago

Work at 9 specific stations along an assembly line, each with its own work table and electric screwdriver....

Production Associate - Pita - 1st Shift

  • West Jordan, UT
  • 5 days ago
  • West Jordan, UT
  • 5 days ago

Bringing Home the Dough Performs production line tasks as directed by person in charge....

Production Associate - 2nd Shift - $20.50/hr + $2/hr Shift Premium

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 7 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 7 days ago

Work Flexibility: Onsite 2nd Shift: Mon Thurs 3 PM - 1:30AM What you will do: As a Production Associate I, your work will include include: UV Bond, packaging, operating and loading machines,...

Process Technician Night shift

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 7 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 7 days ago

Our client, a leader in interconnect solutions, is looking for a Process Technician for their night shift - a rotating schedule from 6 PM to 6 AM (Sun, Mon, Thurs, Fri / Tues, Wed, Sat). Key...

OD Deburr: Load parts into long mandrels to remove excess material from the outer diameter. Parts are then ejected for the next process....

Special Process Technician - 1st Shift

  • Ogden, UT
  • 11 days ago
  • Ogden, UT
  • 11 days ago

Who We Are Williams International is a privately-owned company that develops and manufactures jet engines for both military and commercial aircraft applications. We are a company of creators who...

Production Specialist

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 11 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 11 days ago

Production Specialist** **Anywhere** **Type:** Contract **Category:** UI/UX **Industry:** Technology **Workplace Type:** Remote **Reference ID:** JN -...35 **Date Posted:** 06/17/2025...

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Production Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Production Technician Jobs in Utah

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 Utah 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 Utah
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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