Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Indianapolis, IN

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

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 1 hour ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 1 hour ago

Aerotek Production Associate in Indianapolis , Indiana Job Title: Production Operator Job Description As a Production Operator, you will be responsible for converting sealant and coating products...

Production Assembly Technician

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 5 hours ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 5 hours ago

Position Summary: Complete all operational processes to cut, grind, fit and finish ablative material to proper dimensions per quality specifications. Reports To: Manufacturing Manager - Ablative &...

Beverage Equipment Technician

  • Whitestown, IN (21 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Whitestown, IN (21 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 5 hours ago

experience Preferred Qualifications Valid driver's license EPA Level 1 Refrigeration certification preferred or ability to obtain this certification within 6 months Ability to obtain forklift and pallet...

Manufacturing Specialist- Filling, 3rd Shift

  • Fishers, IN (17 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Fishers, IN (17 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 19 hours ago

The 3rd Shift Manufacturing Specialist on the Filling Lines primary responsibility is to efficiently and safely setup and operate various pieces of production equipment within the facility. They...

Manufacturing Specialist - Filling

  • Fishers, IN (17 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Fishers, IN (17 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 19 hours ago

INCOG BioPharma is seeking a highly motivated individual with subject matter expert (SME) capabilities in sterile pharmaceutical manufacturing process controls and industrial automation. The...

Production Technician (Kit Packaging)

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 1 day ago

Roche fosters diversity, equity and inclusion, representing the communities we serve. When dealing with healthcare on a global scale, diversity is an essential ingredient to success. We believe...

Experienced Heavy Equipment Technician $1500 Sign on Bonus

  • Morristown, IN (23 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Morristown, IN (23 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 1 day ago

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age,...

Molding Process Technician

  • Brownsburg, IN (15 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brownsburg, IN (15 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 1 day ago

The Injection Molding Process Technician is responsible for establishing and maintaining the Injection Molding process in a fast-paced medical manufacturing environment....

Process Technician - Visual Inspection (Night Shift)

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 2 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 2 days ago

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world...

Production Technician

  • Whitestown, IN (21 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Whitestown, IN (21 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 2 days ago

At Pitney Bowes, we do the right thing, the right way. As a member of our team, you can too. We have amazing people who are the driving force, the inspiration and foundation of our company. Our...

Commercial HVAC Refrigeration & Kitchen Equipment Technician

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 3 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 3 days ago

HVAC, Refrigeration & Cooking Equipment Technician Overview Total Mechanical Service is hiring an HVAC, Refrigeration & Cooking Equipment Technician responsible for troubleshooting, diagnosing,...

Production Technician - Strip Pack - 3rd Shift

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 3 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 3 days ago

Use pallet jack to move material and product on pallets for other areas and place in a staging area. Audit the packaged material. Performing quality control measures on incoming components....

Process Technician

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 3 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 3 days ago

The Injection Molding Process Technician is responsible for establishing and maintaining the Injection Molding process in a fast-paced medical manufacturing environment....

Latham Pool Products, Inc Careers - Production Associate 2nd Shift

  • Plainfield, IN (17 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Plainfield, IN (17 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 4 days ago

What You Bring to the Table: (Qualifications) 0-3 years' experience in manufacturing and/or production 0-3 years' experience in machine operation of semi-automated machines, and the use of hand tools...

Production Associate Day Shift

  • Shelbyville, IN (24 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Shelbyville, IN (24 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 5 days ago

Company Description Job Description JOB DETAILS Base pay starts at $18.25 per hour Day Shift: 5:00 am - 1:30 pm (with potential overtime till 5:00 PM) DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Participates in a...

Demographic Data for Indianapolis, IN

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Salary for Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Indianapolis, IN

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Manufacturing Technicians in Indianapolis, IN offer the following education background
High School or GED
34.7%
Bachelor's Degree
22.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.9%
Associate's Degree
15.0%
Master's Degree
7.4%
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 Indianapolis, IN
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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