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Set up and test manufacturing equipment with specialized technologies.

Manufacturing Production Technicians set up and test manufacturing equipment. To do this, they use any combination of electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or computer technologies. They must follow all rules and regulations for safe working conditions.

Wages	$33.04 per hour on average
Outlook	Data not available
Education & Training	Not available is needed for entry.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)	Automation Engineer Technology/Technician Biomedical Technology/Technician Computer Engineering Technology/Technician Computer/Computer Systems Technology/Technician Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General Hydraulics and Fluid Power Technology/Technician Instrumentation Technology/Technician Plastics and Polymer Engineering Technology/Technician Pre-Engineering Surveying Technology/Surveying Welding Engineering Technology/Technician
On the Job	Work Activities Inspect equipment or systems. Inspect finished products to locate flaws. Test performance of electrical, electronic, mechanical, or integrated systems or equipment. Determine causes of operational problems or failures. Select project materials. Operate industrial equipment. Monitor activities affecting environmental quality. Monitor the productivity or efficiency of industrial operations. Maintain operational records or records systems. Prepare operational reports.
Career Pathways	Production
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