Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Louisiana

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

  • Simsboro, LA
  • 22 days ago
  • Simsboro, LA
  • 22 days ago

Weyerhaeuser Company is seeking qualified candidates for full-time entry level production team members at our Arcadia Oriented Strand Board Mill (OSB) located in Simsboro, Louisiana. Starting pay...

Entry Level Production Associate - Natchitoches, LA

  • Natchitoches, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Natchitoches, LA
  • 30+ days ago

Weyerhaeuser Company is seeking qualified candidates who wish to be considered for full-time entry level production positions at our Engineered Lumber Products (ELP) Manufacturing Facility in...

Pilot Plant Technician

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 2 hours ago

Company Description The National Food Lab is a fast-growing company with a vision to be the destination for tailored solutions for the food industry - beginning to end. Our mission is to provide...

Pilot Plant Technician I- Process & Development

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 2 hours ago

Company Description The National Food Lab is a fast-growing company with a vision to be the destination for tailored solutions for the food industry - beginning to end. Our mission is to provide...

Audio Visual Production Specialist

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 7 hours ago

This vacancy is located in Louisiana State Police Training Academy Baton Rouge. This position may be filled as probational appointment. No Civil Service test score is required in order to be...

Medical Equipment Technician

  • Hammond, LA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Hammond, LA
  • 13 hours ago

Who We Are At Agiliti, we believe every interaction has the power to change a life. We are a nationwide company of passionate medical equipment management experts who proudly serve hospitals and...

Production Associate

  • West Monroe, LA
  • 23 hours ago
  • West Monroe, LA
  • 23 hours ago

Production Associate Location(s) West Monroe, Louisiana Company Georgia-Pacific Career Field Operations & Manufacturing Job Number 169223 Your Job: Georgia-Pacific is now hiring Production...

Production Specialist

  • Dodson, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Dodson, LA
  • 2 days ago

Production Specialist I Operate a forklift and other equipment as necessary Abide by all company policies and procedures Maintain required tools for use on the job Be knowledgeable of production line...

Production Technician

  • Plaquemine, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Plaquemine, LA
  • 2 days ago

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in...

Heavy Equipment Technician 3,500 INCENTIVE 25-32/HR

  • Keithville, LA
  • 6 days ago
  • Keithville, LA
  • 6 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Heavy Equipment Technician performs repairs and maintenance on heavy equipment, compact heavy equipment, light service equipment, and light trucks. Typical repairs include,...

Production Technician

  • Plaquemine, LA
  • 6 days ago
  • Plaquemine, LA
  • 6 days ago

Air Liquide Large Industries provides our customers with industrial gas and energy solutions that are vital to their own industrial production. We own and operate over 2,000 miles of industrial...

Warehouse Production Associate

  • Gretna, LA
  • 6 days ago
  • Gretna, LA
  • 6 days ago

As a Warehouse Production Associate, you will provide core temporary services, support processing, fill and package production line equipment, and inspect and maintain safety (LOTO) and quality (HACCP...

Heavy Equipment Technician

  • Minden, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Minden, LA
  • 7 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Heavy Equipment Technician performs repairs and maintenance on heavy equipment, compact heavy equipment, light service equipment, and light trucks. Typical repairs include,...

Commercial Kitchen Equipment Technician

  • LA
  • 7 days ago
  • LA
  • 7 days ago

Description Tradesmen International is immediately hiring skilled Commercial Kitchen Equipment Technicians for projects located in Cedar Grove, LA. This is a first shift opportunity and the pay...

Production Technician

  • Central, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Central, LA
  • 7 days ago

Now hiring! Production Technician Central, SC We are looking for a Production Technician to join our PM team in Clemson, SC. Come create chemistry with us! The Performance Materials division is at...

Demographic Data for Louisiana

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Local
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Manufacturing Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Louisiana

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 Manufacturing Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Manufacturing Technicians in Louisiana 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 Louisiana
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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