Production Technician Jobs in Oregon
Production Technician jobs in Oregon are in strong and steady demand, concentrated in semiconductor fabrication, food and beverage processing, and medical device manufacturing across the Portland metro area, Salem, and Hillsboro. Major employers with a lasting hiring presence include Intel, Daimler Trucks North America, and Tillamook Creamery, which collectively drive consistent openings for equipment operation, quality control, and process technician roles. Entry-level and senior-level positions are both active, with the strongest need in cleanroom operations and automated production line work. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Duties:
- Responsible for following Product Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)
- Responsible for successfully planning and executing hourly tasks and assignments, as it relates to product Turn-Around-Time (TAT)
- Responsible for one of the Essential job duties or one Specialized job duties*
- Responsible for daily equipment check lists and sign-offs
- Departmental Continuous Improvement in order to reduce internal defects and overall internal quality issues
- Responsible for tracking In/Out of Parts of Process
- Responsible for Self Inspections
- Comply with company safety policies
- Responsible for processing parts based on MES Req Delivery Dates
- Will handle Hazardous Waste and be responsible for following all regulatory guidelines associated with disposal.
- Responsible for QA Document Control as it relates with ISO Compliance
- Responsible for Continuous 5S Improvement
- Other duties as assigned
Essential Job Duties:
- Incoming Inspection – Visual inspection, verification of parts quantity and identification, disassembling, incoming rejection report, measurement, S/N scribing and closely cooperation with logistic and sales team, maintain and monitoring of MES installed computers and scribing machines.
- Wet 2/3/4 stations: Skin process, Metal wet chemical Process, Coated Part wet chemical process, CO2 cleaning, dry cleaning, bead blasting(#400), Comco, visual inspection, measurement, maintain and monitoring of each station’s equipment.
Specialized Job Duties:
- Bead/ARC/Masking/Quartz: Ceramic/Si/Quartz wet chemical processes, Skin process, Bead blaster, masking, ARC coating, measurement, coating pre/post-treatments, visual inspection, ARC coating equipment check sheet report, visual inspection, measurement, maintain and monitoring of each station’s equipments.
- APS Coating/APS Masking/APS Bead: Bead blaster, Masking, Measurement, Robot Programing, equipment check, Pre/post treatment, visual inspection, APS System operation.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Demonstrate pro-active attitude, practices and behavior for organizational goal attainment
- Ability to communicate and maintain professional relationships with all internal Departments, Customers and Vendors
- Basic MS Office computer skills
- Must be organized
- Attention to detail is a must
- Ability to multi-task with successful results on the day-to-day operations
- Must be familiar with quality assurance principles and inspection techniques / procedures
- Ability to identify the following; Ceramic, SS, Ti Si, Quartz, substrates and various types of part coatings
Physical Requirements:
These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions.
While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers, to handle or feel. The employee is also required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
- Able to navigate stairs and ladders and access confined and tight space areas
- Able to work within diverse work environments; i.e. Cleanroom, Office, & Outdoors
- Frequently works with and handles Hazardous Waste.
- Occasional lifting pushing and pulling of up to 50 pounds
- Occasional bending and squatting in order to reach in difficult to reach areas
- Must be able to sit and stand for long periods of time
- Must be able to type, write and perform other repetitive motions for long periods of time
- Must follow all Environmental Health and Safety procedures and understand the impact of position on safety and environment.
- Must thoroughly understand consequences of failure to follow operational and EHS procedures
Education / Experience: High school diploma and or equivalent plus 1 year related experience
Shift: Sunday - Wednesday or Wednesday - Saturday, 7 am - 6 pm with overtime as needed.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Hillsboro, OR 97124 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Hillsboro, OR 97124: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware
- Automotive
What Oregon Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in production technician jobs across Oregon.
- High school diploma or GED required by most Oregon production employers
- Hands-on experience operating manufacturing equipment or production line machinery
- Familiarity with GMP or ISO quality standards common in Oregon facilities
- Ability to read technical schematics, work orders, and production documentation
- Physical ability to stand for extended shifts and lift up to 50 pounds
- Basic mechanical troubleshooting skills for maintaining production equipment
Production Technician Jobs in Oregon: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a production technician in Oregon?
The most direct path is completing a manufacturing technology or industrial maintenance program at an Oregon community college, such as those offered through Portland Community College or Chemeketa Community College. Oregon does not require a state-issued license specifically for production technicians, but employers in semiconductor and medical device sectors routinely expect OSHA forklift certification or cleanroom protocol training. A certificate in electronics technology or mechatronics significantly strengthens your candidacy with Oregon's largest industrial employers.
Which companies hire production technicians in Oregon?
Companies currently hiring production technicians in Oregon include Goodyear, Decavo, and ARDON, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Oregon's concentration of semiconductor and food manufacturing facilities means demand is particularly consistent in the Portland metro corridor and the Willamette Valley.
Which Oregon cities have the most production technician jobs?
Portland, Bend, and Tualatin have the most production technician openings in Oregon. Portland and Hillsboro lead because of Intel's large fabrication campus and a dense cluster of medical device and electronics manufacturers, while Salem's strength in food processing, agricultural production, and distribution centers keeps its openings steady year-round.
Are there remote production technician jobs in Oregon?
Yes, but they're rare. Production technician work is fundamentally hands-on and tied to physical equipment and facilities, which limits remote opportunity by the nature of the role. About 0% of production technician openings tied to Oregon are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically involve quality documentation, process analysis, or technical support functions that can be performed off-site.
How can I get hired as a production technician in Oregon with little or no experience?
Applying for a manufacturing associate or line operator role is the most realistic first step, since Oregon's large food processing companies and electronics manufacturers regularly hire candidates with no prior production experience and provide on-the-job training. Intel's technician apprenticeship pathway and Oregon's registered apprenticeship programs through the Oregon Apprenticeship and Training Division offer structured entry for candidates without a manufacturing background. Earning an OSHA safety certification or a basic mechatronics certificate at an Oregon community college before applying gives your application a concrete advantage.
Where can I find and apply to production technician jobs in Oregon?
You can find and apply to production technician jobs in Oregon on Migrate Mate, which lists current Oregon openings from employers across the state. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly.
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