Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Mississippi

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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Manufacturing Development Professional

  • Bruce, MS
  • 16 days ago
  • Bruce, MS
  • 16 days ago

The Manufacturing Specialist Development Professional role is an entry level developmental position providing training and guidance for technical roles in a manufacturing environment. Working...

Production Technician II (11pm - 7am) JR - 164477

  • Cleveland, MS
  • 4 days ago
  • Cleveland, MS
  • 4 days ago

This facility produces a number of major product lines with a diverse array of automated manufacturing technologies ranging from bottle solution filling, injection molding, tubing extrusion, and device...

Production Associate

  • Meridian, MS
  • 5 days ago
  • Meridian, MS
  • 5 days ago

Have you ever enjoyed Arnold, Brownberry or Oroweat bread? A Thomas' English muffin or bagel? Or perhaps snacked on a Sara Lee, Entenmann's or Marinela cake or donut? If the answer is yes, then...

Assembly Technician

  • Columbus, MS
  • 5 days ago
  • Columbus, MS
  • 5 days ago

Assembly Technician At ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values: care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration - combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and...

Production Associate

  • Jackson, MS
  • 6 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 6 days ago

Production Associate Requisition ID: 57396 Position Type: (US)Full Time Workplace Arrangement: About Kerry: Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and...

Career Area: Operations Job Description: Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do but also...

Range Equipment Technician - Kuwait

  • Madison, MS
  • 7 days ago
  • Madison, MS
  • 7 days ago

Range Equipment Technician - Kuwait, ATROMS Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120...

Biomedical Equipment Technician - Greenville, Mississippi

  • Greenville, MS
  • 7 days ago
  • Greenville, MS
  • 7 days ago

Biomedical Equipment Technician - Greenville, Mississippi Job Description Biomedical Equipment Technician 1 This position will be responsible for customer relationship management through the...

Material Handling Equipment Technician - Now Hiring

  • Olive Branch, MS
  • 8 days ago
  • Olive Branch, MS
  • 8 days ago

Company: US0014 Sysco Memphis, LLC Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 38118 Travel Percentage: 0 COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of Syscos actual pay range but is...

Company: US0014 Sysco Memphis, LLC Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 38118 Travel Percentage: 0 COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of Syscos actual pay range but is...

Production Technician II (11pm - 7am)

  • Cleveland, MS
  • 8 days ago
  • Cleveland, MS
  • 8 days ago

This facility produces a number of major product lines with a diverse array of automated manufacturing technologies ranging from bottle solution filling, injection molding, tubing extrusion, and device...

Production Specialist

  • Moss Point, MS
  • 9 days ago
  • Moss Point, MS
  • 9 days ago

LGG INDUSTRIAL LGG INDUSTRIAL is a solutions-driven national distributor of hoses, gaskets, and conveyor products. Our skilled colleagues serve customers in various industrial segments to improve...

3rd Shift Production Associate

  • Brandon, MS
  • 10 days ago
  • Brandon, MS
  • 10 days ago

line at an automotive manufacturing facility....

Production Associate

  • Ripley, MS
  • 13 days ago
  • Ripley, MS
  • 13 days ago

IMMEDIATE MANUFACTURING OPENING in Ripley, MS! General Assembler Day shift, Evening Shift, and Night Shift Don't Miss Out on This Assembly Worker Job! Stop the endless search for manufacturing...

Mechanical Assembly Techs

  • Olive Branch, MS
  • 13 days ago
  • Olive Branch, MS
  • 13 days ago

Mechanical Assembly Techs Description We're looking for team players who take pride in their work to join us at PARKER | Chelsea in Olive Branch, MS. We're the global leader in Power-Take-Off...

Demographic Data for Mississippi

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Manufacturing Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Principles of Manufacturing
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Manufacturing Systems I
Learn about manufacturing systems and ways to analyze them in terms of material flow and storage, information flow, capacities, and times and durations of events, especially random events. In this...
Manufacturing Systems II
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Salary for Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Mississippi

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 Mississippi 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 Mississippi
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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