Production Technician Jobs in Missouri

Production Technician jobs in Missouri concentrate in automotive manufacturing, food and beverage processing, aerospace components, and chemical production, with demand ranging from entry-level line operators to senior process technicians. The heaviest hiring happens in and around Kansas City, St. Louis, and Springfield, where employers such as Ford Motor Company, Anheuser-Busch InBev, and Boeing maintain large production facilities. The most in-demand specialties are quality control, equipment calibration, and process optimization. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles33
Top employerLinde
Top citySt. Louis, MO
Cities hiring18
Work type89% On-site
Top industryChemicals

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Electronics Production Technician – Entry Level
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Electronics Production Technician – Entry Level
Masterclock
Saint Charles, Missouri
Maintenance & Repair
Quality Control
Skilled Trades
$18 - $21/hr
On-Site

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Pharmalogic Holdings
Pharmaceutical Production Technician
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Pharmaceutical Production Technician
Pharmalogic Holdings
Columbia, Missouri
Manufacturing Operations
Project Management
Quality Control
$26 - $28/hr
Pharmacy Technician Certification

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Keurig Dr Pepper
Production Technician
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Production Technician
Keurig Dr Pepper
St. Louis, Missouri
Maintenance & Repair
Quality Control
Skilled Trades
10,000+

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CMMG
Production Data Technician - Dayshift
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Production Data Technician - Dayshift
CMMG
Boonville, Missouri
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
Skilled Trades
Hybrid
High school diploma or GED

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Associate Operator, Production Technician I
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Associate Operator, Production Technician I
dsm-firmenich
St. Louis, Missouri
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
$24/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Production Technician Jobs by City in Missouri

Where Missouri roles are concentrated, by current openings.

St. Louis
7 jobs
Springfield
4 jobs
Columbia
2 jobs
Bridgeton
2 jobs
Kansas City
2 jobs
Lees Summit
2 jobs
Independence
2 jobs
Saint Charles
2 jobs
Fenton
1 job

Production Technician Job Market in Missouri

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

Who's Hiring

Linde
Linde2 open roles
CMMG
CMMG1 open role
Canon
Canon1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Chemicals & Materials
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals

What Missouri Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in production technician jobs across Missouri.

  • High school diploma or GED with vocational or technical coursework in manufacturing
  • Hands-on experience operating and monitoring industrial production equipment
  • Familiarity with quality control standards such as ISO or Six Sigma fundamentals
  • Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and work orders
  • Physical ability to stand for extended shifts and lift up to 50 pounds regularly
  • Basic proficiency with computerized monitoring systems or manufacturing software platforms

Production Technician Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a production technician in Missouri?

Most Missouri employers hire production technicians who hold a high school diploma or GED combined with vocational training from a Missouri community college or technical school, such as programs offered through State Technical College of Missouri or Ozarks Technical Community College. Completing an associate degree in industrial technology or manufacturing operations strengthens candidacy. Missouri does not require a state-issued license for most production technician roles, but employer-specific certifications in forklift operation, lockout-tagout, or quality systems are commonly required on the job.

Which companies hire production technicians in Missouri?

Employers hiring production technicians in Missouri right now include Linde, CMMG, and Canon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Missouri's strong automotive, food processing, and aerospace manufacturing base means large facilities across the Kansas City and St. Louis corridors post openings regularly throughout the year.

Which Missouri cities have the most production technician jobs?

The Missouri cities with the most production technician openings are St. Louis, Springfield, and Columbia. Kansas City drives volume through its automotive assembly plants and food manufacturing corridors, St. Louis adds aerospace and chemical production demand anchored by Boeing and major chemical companies, and Springfield contributes through its growing food processing and distribution facilities serving the Ozarks region.

Are there remote production technician jobs in Missouri?

Yes, but they're rare. Production technician work is fundamentally hands-on and tied to physical equipment on a plant floor, so the role is among the least remote-friendly in manufacturing. About 11% of production technician openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to involve documentation, remote equipment monitoring, or quality data review rather than direct line operation.

How can I get hired as a production technician in Missouri with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for a production associate or manufacturing line operator role, which large Missouri employers use as a direct feeder into technician positions. Ford's Kansas City Assembly Plant and Anheuser-Busch's St. Louis brewery both run structured on-the-job training tracks for candidates without prior technician experience. Completing a short-term certificate in industrial maintenance or quality inspection at State Technical College of Missouri or a local vocational center signals readiness and moves applications past initial screening at most Missouri manufacturers.

Where can I find and apply to production technician jobs in Missouri?

You can find and apply to production technician jobs in Missouri on Migrate Mate, which lists current Missouri openings updated in real time. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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