Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Tennessee

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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Temporary Outside Plant Technician

  • Memphis, TN
  • 1 hour ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 1 hour 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...

Production Technician

  • Johnson City, TN
  • 1 hour ago
  • Johnson City, TN
  • 1 hour ago

Have you heard? Staffmark is currently seeking a Production Technician to join our team in Johnson City, TN. If you're eager to be part of a dynamic, supportive team and thrive in a fast-paced...

Assembly Technician

  • Gordonsville, TN
  • 6 hours ago
  • Gordonsville, TN
  • 6 hours ago

Our client, a leader in the industrial sector, is seeking an Assembly Technician to join their team. As an Assembly Technician, you will be part of the manufacturing department supporting various...

Production Associate - Now Hiring

  • Athens, TN
  • 7 hours ago
  • Athens, TN
  • 7 hours 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...

Injection Molding Process Technician

  • Collierville, TN
  • 12 hours ago
  • Collierville, TN
  • 12 hours ago

Aerotek is hiring an Injection Molding Process Technician for a manufacturing facility in Collierville, TN....

Production Manufacturing Technicians

  • Jackson, TN
  • 23 hours ago
  • Jackson, TN
  • 23 hours ago

Manufacturing Technicians to work in the ing, Packaging, and Plate Forming Press technology centers at our Dixie site in Jackson, TN....

Production Associate I (Third Shift)

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary: The Manufacturing Technician I is responsible for setting up, troubleshooting, adjusting, and running various types of continuous manufacturing lines....

Document Production Specialist - Legal

  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago

It's fun to work at a company where people truly believe in what they are doing! Job Description: Come join our prestigious law firm client in Nashville as a Document Production Specialist at the...

Process Technician

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 1 day ago

Manage process controls for the injection molding using DartNetsystem tools....

Production Technician

  • Lebanon, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Lebanon, TN
  • 2 days ago

Knowledge of data entry, general production, assembly line, and packaging. Why Work Here? Join a brand new company in the area that is growing very fast, offering tons of room for opportunity....

Medical Equipment Technician

  • Oak Ridge, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Oak Ridge, TN
  • 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...

Production Tech

  • La Vergne, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • La Vergne, TN
  • 2 days ago

Job Title: Production Tech Job Description We are seeking dedicated Production Techs/Material Handlers responsible for maintaining inventory, including identifying, labeling, and placing materials...

Advanced Automotive Manufacturing Technician

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 2 days ago

Automotive Assembly Specialist Job Description We are seeking a skilled Automotive Assembly Specialist to join our team. This role involves building check gauges to support vehicle quality issue...

Production Technician

  • Clarksville, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Clarksville, TN
  • 2 days ago

R10063837 Production Technician (Open) Location: Clarksville, TN (AMG) - ASU How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? WE ARE HIRING!!!! AIRGAS is Hiring a Production Technician in Clarksville, TN At...

Freshpack Production Associate 2nd Shift

  • Bells, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Bells, TN
  • 3 days ago

Overview The Pictsweet Company is growing! We are currently hiring dedicated and hardworking team members to join our full-time production team in Bells, TN! Availability for specific...

Demographic Data for Tennessee

Moving to Tennessee? Find some basic demographic data about Tennessee below.


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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
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Manufacturing Systems II
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Salary for Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Tennessee

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 Tennessee 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 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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