Operations Technician Jobs in Michigan

Operations Technician jobs in Michigan are consistently active, concentrated in the state's manufacturing, automotive, and energy sectors, with openings at every level from entry-level plant support to senior process control roles. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing anchor most of the hiring, where established employers like Ford Motor Company, Consumers Energy, and General Motors maintain large operations and production facilities. The most in-demand specialties are process operations, equipment maintenance coordination, and utility systems technician work. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles18
Top employerOracle
Top cityGrand Rapids, MI
Cities hiring12
Work type100% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Field Operations & Property Maintenance Technician
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Field Operations & Property Maintenance Technician
CKLB45, LLC.
Harbor Springs, Michigan
Administrative & Office Support
Business Operations
Project Management
$22 - $29/hr
On-Site

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Wastewater Operations & Maintenance Technician – Caledonia Towship
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Wastewater Operations & Maintenance Technician – Caledonia Towship
Infrastructure Alternatives, Inc. (IAI)
Caledonia, Michigan
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$20 - $25/hr
51-200

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Operations Technician
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Operations Technician
Tecomet
Bridgeport, Michigan
Community & Nonprofit Services
Creative Arts & Performance
Sports & Fitness
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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Wastewater Operations & Maintenance Technician – Menominee, MI
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Wastewater Operations & Maintenance Technician – Menominee, MI
Infrastructure Alternatives, Inc. (IAI)
Menominee, Michigan
Health & Safety
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$20 - $24/hr
On-Site
51-200

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Operations Technician
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Operations Technician
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Canton, Michigan
Maintenance & Repair
Quality Control
Skilled Trades
$31 - $32/hr
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Operations Technician Jobs by City in Michigan

Where Michigan roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Grand Rapids
4 jobs
Saginaw
2 jobs
Troy
1 job
Armada
1 job
Canton
1 job
Lansing
1 job
Munising
1 job
Caledonia
1 job
Menominee
1 job

Operations Technician Job Market in Michigan

A snapshot from current Michigan openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Oracle2 open roles
BEUMER2 open roles
Trinity Health2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software

What Michigan Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in operations technician jobs across Michigan.

  • Associate degree or technical certificate in industrial technology, process operations, or a related field
  • Hands-on experience with manufacturing equipment, PLCs, or process control systems
  • Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and lockout/tagout procedures
  • Ability to read and interpret technical schematics, P&IDs, or equipment manuals
  • Experience with preventive maintenance programs and computerized maintenance management systems
  • Strong troubleshooting skills for mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic system faults

Operations Technician Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a operations technician in Michigan?

The most direct path is completing an associate degree or technical certificate in industrial technology, manufacturing operations, or process technology at a Michigan community college, such as Macomb Community College, Grand Rapids Community College, or Lansing Community College. Michigan does not require a state-issued license for most operations technician roles, but employers strongly prefer candidates with OSHA-10 or OSHA-30 certification and documented hands-on training in process or manufacturing environments.

Which companies hire operations technicians in Michigan?

Michigan operations technician roles are posted by Oracle, BEUMER, and Trinity Health and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Michigan's deep concentration of automotive manufacturers, energy utilities, and chemical processing plants means steady, year-round demand for operations technician talent across the state.

Which Michigan cities have the most operations technician jobs?

Grand Rapids, Michigan, and Saginaw lead Michigan for operations technician openings. The Detroit metro dominates because of its dense network of automotive assembly plants, Tier-1 suppliers, and industrial facilities, while Grand Rapids draws demand from food processing and advanced manufacturing, and Lansing benefits from both state government utility operations and large General Motors production campuses nearby.

Are there remote operations technician jobs in Michigan?

Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of operations technician openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the fundamentally hands-on nature of the role. The portions most likely to be partially remote are documentation review, maintenance scheduling coordination, and process monitoring in facilities that use remote SCADA or control system dashboards.

How can I get hired as a operations technician in Michigan with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for a production associate, machine operator, or maintenance helper role at a Michigan manufacturer and moving into an operations technician position after demonstrating mechanical aptitude. Large employers like Ford, Consumers Energy, and Dow run structured apprenticeship and operator development programs in Michigan that are open to candidates without a technician background. Completing an OSHA-10 certification and a short industrial technology certificate at a Michigan community college will significantly strengthen an entry-level application.

Where can I find and apply to operations technician jobs in Michigan?

You can find and apply to operations technician jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current Michigan openings across manufacturing, energy, and industrial sectors. Find the roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly to each employer.

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