Production Technician Jobs in Pennsylvania
Production Technician jobs in Pennsylvania are in consistent demand, concentrated in the state's pharmaceutical manufacturing, food and beverage processing, and industrial equipment sectors, with openings ranging from entry-level line operators through senior process technicians. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Allentown are the primary hiring hubs, anchored by employers like Merck, PPG Industries, and Hershey Company, which maintain large-scale production operations across the state. The most sought-after specialties include pharmaceutical quality control, chemical processing, and automated assembly systems. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The hours for this position are Monday- Friday 7:30am-4:00pm.
**Must have your own personal, reliable transportation.**
Background Checks Required.
About Keystone Technologies:
Founded in 1945, Keystone Technologies is a third-generation, family-owned business headquartered in the Greater Philadelphia area. A national leader in the commercial and industrial lighting industry, Keystone reaches customers across the U.S. with its mission of "Light Made Easy."
Who We Are:
We’re not your typical lighting company — and we like it that way. At Keystone, we move fast, think big, and challenge the status quo to deliver on our promise of Light Made Easy®. Our team thrives on new ideas, supports one another, aims high, works hard, and laughs often. And we always put people first — whether that’s our customers, partners, or each other. If you’re passionate about growing, collaborating, and making a difference, you’ll feel right at home here.
Keystone's core values:
Wow Customers: Every interaction is an opportunity to show how much we care and appreciate all our customers, internal and external, so we create unique experiences that go above and beyond their expectations.
Grow Passionately: We embrace growth through creativity, curiosity, and an eagerness to learn. Our work isn’t just about achieving more; it’s about evolving personally and professionally, transforming at every opportunity.
Do Right: It’s not just good ethics to do the right thing; it’s good business. We uphold the highest integrity, and we do the right thing even when it’s hard. Why? Because trust is our most important currency.
Value People: We come from a range of backgrounds, affiliations, and experiences. We honor everybody’s story and build lifelong relationships, whether with colleagues, customers, or partners, because to reach our fullest potential means empowering people to thrive.
Challenge Convention: We refuse to blindly accept the status quo. With agility, courage, and tenacity, we continuously improve — asking tough questions, looking beyond surfaces, and not stopping to rest on our accomplishments
What we offer:
Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, voluntary life insurance, employer-paid group life insurance, short-term disability, a 401k plan with company match, paid time off, and philanthropic opportunities.
The Opportunity:
The Production Team maintains Keystone’s core values and supports business goals by assembling manufactured components into fixtures that our customer requires. The Production Assembly Technician supports the team, working in the warehouse to conduct mechanical assembly and wiring of products.
Your Impact:
Light duty mechanical assembly and electrical wiring of lighting fixtures and related accessories
Conducts quality control checks and testing of fixtures to ensure compliance with work instructions
May disassemble units to repair or refit parts as necessary
Operates hand tools, power tools, and other assembly line equipment
Ability to meet daily/weekly production unit goals
Re-packaging of completed items as needed
Participate and contribute to internal team production meetings for process feedback
Continuous Improvement: Responsible for identifying daily defects and providing suggestions for improvement of production processes to reduce waste and improve efficiency. Be willing and able to implement these changes.
Lean Methodology knowledge or willingness to learn
Cleans and maintains work area and equipment, including tools daily
Transportation of skids via pallet jack and fork truck throughout typical warehouse environment
Provide general Production area support and daily tasks
What you bring:
- Must have your own personal, reliable transportation
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Punctuality and strong work ethic a must
Strong organizational skills with close attention to detail
Strong problem-solving skills
Multi-tasking skills in a job shop environment
Adaptability and flexibility in a high-configuration, low-volume environment. This includes the ability to quickly learn new tasks and adapt to changes in production needs.
Able to work independently and be part of a team
Team player with positive, can-do energy
Ability to perform in fast paced, time-sensitive work environment
Ability to train temporary help as needed in times of high volume of production
Forklift/Pallet Jack certifications
Team Collaboration for Lean Goals: Work closely with other team members to identify areas for improvement and collaborate on Lean projects
This position's starting rate is $21/hour + bonuses.
Please note that we do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.
The hours for this position are Monday- Friday 7:30am-4:00pm.
**Must have your own personal, reliable transportation.**
Background Checks Required.
About Keystone Technologies:
Founded in 1945, Keystone Technologies is a third-generation, family-owned business headquartered in the Greater Philadelphia area. A national leader in the commercial and industrial lighting industry, Keystone reaches customers across the U.S. with its mission of "Light Made Easy."
Who We Are:
We’re not your typical lighting company — and we like it that way. At Keystone, we move fast, think big, and challenge the status quo to deliver on our promise of Light Made Easy®. Our team thrives on new ideas, supports one another, aims high, works hard, and laughs often. And we always put people first — whether that’s our customers, partners, or each other. If you’re passionate about growing, collaborating, and making a difference, you’ll feel right at home here.
Keystone's core values:
Wow Customers: Every interaction is an opportunity to show how much we care and appreciate all our customers, internal and external, so we create unique experiences that go above and beyond their expectations.
Grow Passionately: We embrace growth through creativity, curiosity, and an eagerness to learn. Our work isn’t just about achieving more; it’s about evolving personally and professionally, transforming at every opportunity.
Do Right: It’s not just good ethics to do the right thing; it’s good business. We uphold the highest integrity, and we do the right thing even when it’s hard. Why? Because trust is our most important currency.
Value People: We come from a range of backgrounds, affiliations, and experiences. We honor everybody’s story and build lifelong relationships, whether with colleagues, customers, or partners, because to reach our fullest potential means empowering people to thrive.
Challenge Convention: We refuse to blindly accept the status quo. With agility, courage, and tenacity, we continuously improve — asking tough questions, looking beyond surfaces, and not stopping to rest on our accomplishments
What we offer:
Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, voluntary life insurance, employer-paid group life insurance, short-term disability, a 401k plan with company match, paid time off, and philanthropic opportunities.
The Opportunity:
The Production Team maintains Keystone’s core values and supports business goals by assembling manufactured components into fixtures that our customer requires. The Production Assembly Technician supports the team, working in the warehouse to conduct mechanical assembly and wiring of products.
Your Impact:
Light duty mechanical assembly and electrical wiring of lighting fixtures and related accessories
Conducts quality control checks and testing of fixtures to ensure compliance with work instructions
May disassemble units to repair or refit parts as necessary
Operates hand tools, power tools, and other assembly line equipment
Ability to meet daily/weekly production unit goals
Re-packaging of completed items as needed
Participate and contribute to internal team production meetings for process feedback
Continuous Improvement: Responsible for identifying daily defects and providing suggestions for improvement of production processes to reduce waste and improve efficiency. Be willing and able to implement these changes.
Lean Methodology knowledge or willingness to learn
Cleans and maintains work area and equipment, including tools daily
Transportation of skids via pallet jack and fork truck throughout typical warehouse environment
Provide general Production area support and daily tasks
What you bring:
- Must have your own personal, reliable transportation
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Punctuality and strong work ethic a must
Strong organizational skills with close attention to detail
Strong problem-solving skills
Multi-tasking skills in a job shop environment
Adaptability and flexibility in a high-configuration, low-volume environment. This includes the ability to quickly learn new tasks and adapt to changes in production needs.
Able to work independently and be part of a team
Team player with positive, can-do energy
Ability to perform in fast paced, time-sensitive work environment
Ability to train temporary help as needed in times of high volume of production
Forklift/Pallet Jack certifications
Team Collaboration for Lean Goals: Work closely with other team members to identify areas for improvement and collaborate on Lean projects
This position's starting rate is $21/hour + bonuses.
Please note that we do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.
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Production Technician Job Market in Pennsylvania
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Medical Devices
- Technology & Software
- Distribution & Wholesale
What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in production technician jobs across Pennsylvania.
- High school diploma or GED with technical coursework in manufacturing or industrial operations
- One or more years of hands-on production or manufacturing floor experience
- Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices and quality control documentation
- Ability to operate and perform basic maintenance on automated production equipment
- Experience following standard operating procedures and safety protocols in a regulated environment
- Basic mechanical aptitude with comfort reading technical manuals and production schematics
Production Technician Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a production technician in Pennsylvania?
Most production technicians in Pennsylvania enter the field with a high school diploma or GED and complete on-the-job training, though an associate degree in manufacturing technology, industrial maintenance, or a related field strengthens your candidacy. Pennsylvania does not issue a state-specific license for general production technicians, but roles in pharmaceutical manufacturing often require familiarity with FDA Good Manufacturing Practices. Technical programs at community colleges like HACC or Northampton Community College can provide a direct path into the field.
Which companies hire production technicians in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring production technicians in Pennsylvania right now include Air Liquide, MSA Safety, and Coherent, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Pennsylvania's concentration of pharmaceutical, chemical, and food manufacturing facilities means large employers often hire continuously across multiple shifts and skill levels.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most production technician jobs?
Allentown, Mount Bethel, and Cranberry Township have the most production technician openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia leads due to its dense cluster of pharmaceutical and biotech manufacturers, Pittsburgh draws hiring from industrial equipment and specialty chemicals firms, and Allentown benefits from its position in the Lehigh Valley, where food processing plants and distribution-adjacent manufacturing operations have expanded substantially in recent years.
Are there remote production technician jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, but they are rare. Production technician work is fundamentally hands-on and tied to a physical facility, so the vast majority of roles require on-site presence. About 25% of production technician openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to be documentation-heavy or quality assurance coordination roles rather than direct line work.
How can I get hired as a production technician in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for production associate or manufacturing line operator roles, which large Pennsylvania employers use as feeder positions into technician tracks. Merck and Hershey Company, among others, regularly bring on associates without prior experience and provide structured on-the-job training. Completing a short-term certificate in manufacturing operations at a Pennsylvania community college and earning a forklift operator certification gives candidates a concrete edge when competing for these entry-level openings.
Where can I find and apply to production technician jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to production technician jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Find roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly to each one.
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