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MANUFACTURING TECHNICIAN
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MS Companies
Nashville, TN (In Person)
$57,200 Salary, Full-Time
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MANUFACTURING TECHNICIAN
Apr 20, 2026Nashville, TN Pay Rate :
Job Title:
Manufacturing Technician Location:
Nashville, Tennessee Employment Type:
Direct Hire (On-Site, Union Production Facility)Shifts:
6AM-2PM, 2PM-10PM, 10PM-6AM Job Summary We are seeking a Manufacturing Technician to ensure the proper function of press stations and tooling within a high-volume production environment. This role focuses on maintaining equipment readiness, supporting process improvements, and ensuring product quality through effective troubleshooting and preventative maintenance. The ideal candidate has hands-on mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic experience and thrives in a team-oriented manufacturing setting. This is a union facility experiencing significant growth, adding over 100 new positions through 2026—offering strong long-term career potential. Required Skills & Qualifications- High School Diploma or GED required
- 1-2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
- Basic electrical and pneumatic troubleshooting experience
- Intermediate mechanical aptitude and repair skills
- Ability to follow standardized processes and engineering setpoints
- Strong attention to detail and ability to monitor process performance
- Reliable attendance and flexibility to work various shifts as needed
- Ability to work safely in a production environment with PPE requirements Preferred Skills & Qualifications
- Experience working with press stations or similar automated equipment
- Exposure to preventative maintenance systems and tooling inspections
- Familiarity with process improvement or manufacturing efficiency initiatives
- Experience training or supporting production employees
- Ability to identify defects and support root cause investigations
- Strong teamwork and communication skills in cross-functional environments Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Inspect press station mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic components and support maintenance scheduling
- Inspect and maintain tooling sets between production runs to ensure operational readiness
- Set up tooling according to engineering-defined setpoints for upcoming production runs
- Collaborate with Engineering to improve tooling setups and maximize uptime and quality
- Participate in root cause analysis of equipment failures across press stations and related systems
- Maintain accurate digital records of tooling conditions, measurements, and adjustments
- Perform basic electrical and pneumatic work and intermediate mechanical repairs
- Monitor production processes and adjust to improve yield, reduce waste, and optimize cycle times
- Investigate and support resolution of product defects
- Train and support operators on manufacturing processes and quality expectations
- Participate in team meetings and continuous improvement activities
- Work scheduled shifts, including overtime as required Physical and Environmental Requirements This role requires standing for extended periods (up to 12 hours) on concrete floors.
- Competitive hourly pay: $26.00-$29.00/hr
- Multiple shift options available (1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift)
- Union environment with strong job security
- Significant company growth and long-term career opportunities INDQSS1