Use of technology
Manufacturing Technicians must be able to use CAD software, computer controlled machine programming and diagnostic and statistical tools of production machinery.
Manufacturing Technicians
Descriptions & Duties
- Manufacturing Technicians perform technical tasks, normally under the supervision of a manufacturing/industrial engineer, contributory to tooling, and the efficient and economical manufacturing of products through proper management of machinery and human resources. Their duties include setting up and operating production equipment; testing or adjusting equipment and monitoring production processes; testing finished products to ensure quality production; assisting engineers and conducting statistical production studies in order to optimize personnel, materials and machine usage; conducting environmental safety inspections in compliance with related regulations and requirements.
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Technology Skills
Technology skills
- Computer literacy
- Application of technology
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Cognitive Abilities
Cognitive abilities
- Creativity
- Visualisation
- Logical thinking
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Comprehension And Expression
Comprehension and expression skills
- Reading comprehension
- Oral / written expression
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Social Skills
Social skills
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Persuasion
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Organisation And Execution Skills
Organisation and execution skills
- Planning
- Organising
- Judgement
- Decision making
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Problem Solving Skills
Problem solving skills
- Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Management Skills
Management skills
- Leadership
- Management of finance / time / people / other resources
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Trade Specific Competencies
Knowledge and skills in machinery
Manufacturing Technicians must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills in precision measurement, production tooling and machine trouble-shooting, problem-solving and machine maintenance.
General Requirements
Academic qualification
- typically have a higher diploma or an associate degree in applied science or manufacturing technology or equivalent
Experience
- usually have some work experiences in related occupation
Career Path & Salary
Private Sector
Monthly Salary $10,000-$40,000
Monthly Salary $20,000-$50,000
Monthly Salary $20,000-$60,000
Monthly Salary $20,000-$70,000
Related Education & Training
Work Environment
- Manufacturing Technicians typically work at the location where products are manufactured or where services are delivered.
Tools
- Blow moulding machines
- Boring machines - Boring tools
- Calipers
- Conductivity meters
- Computers with production management software
- Dial indicator or dial gauge - Dial indicators
- Electric boilers
- Protective face shields
- Frequency analysers - Digital spectrum analysers
- Gage block set - Gauge blocks; V blocks
- Gas generators - Gas-powered generators
- Integrated circuit testers - Digital logic analysers; Digital logic probes
- Interferometers - Optical spectrum analysers
- Microcontrollers - Programmable logic controllers PLC
- Milling machines
- Optical diffusers - Autocollimators
- Pipe bending mandrels
- Pipe reamers
- Processing tanks - Mixing tanks
- Protective gloves - Safety gloves
