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Production Technician

Production Technician

Industry
🚛Trade, Transportation & Utilities
Jobs per Year
1,467
Avg Houston Wage
$24

Career Overview

A production technician operates, maintains, troubleshoots machinery, and ensure product quality control. They set up production lines, engage and monitor assembly processes, and conduct routine equipment maintenance to prevent failures.

There are many pportunities exist to advance to lead technicians, supervisors, or maintenance roles. This job is deal for those who enjoy working with machinery and tangible tasks.

Requirements

Short-term training

Skills & Qualities

Successful professionals in this field typically have:

Physical strength
Interact with people

Career Path & Growth

This career offers clear progression opportunities as you gain experience and additional certifications:

1
Entry Level

Trainee / Apprentice

Start your career with on-the-job training and mentorship

$22 - $27/hr
2
Experienced

Experienced Professional

Work independently with advanced skills and certifications

$51 - $59/hr
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