Production Technician Jobs in Washington
Production Technician jobs in Washington are in strong demand, with active hiring concentrated in aerospace manufacturing, semiconductor fabrication, food and beverage processing, and advanced materials production across entry-level through senior roles. Seattle, Everett, and Spokane are the largest hiring hubs, anchored by employers like Boeing, Amazon, and Intel that maintain significant Washington manufacturing and operations footprints. The most sought-after specialties include electronics assembly, cleanroom process control, and industrial equipment maintenance. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Eaton’s ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a Production Technician (1st Shift). The hourly rate for this position is $23 - $25 per hour. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program.
- Health benefits and vacation time - available to use on day one of your employment!
- Paid holidays
- Bi-Weekly pay
- Career progression opportunities to cross-train in different departments and increase compensation.
- Overtime opportunities
- Retirement benefits
- Paid Parental Leave
- Educational Assistance Program, Wellness Reimbursement, and more!
Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
What you’ll do:
The Production Technician is responsible for a wide range of skills including: wire, assemble, fit and mount sub-assemblies, components, and standard fixed assemblies in electrical control equipment. Perform assembly required for test preparation and final inspection. Use established power checking procedures and equipment to verify electrical/mechanical integrity of units assembled. Perform all assignments within acceptable quantity and perfect quality requirements in keeping within assigned functions.
Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours.
- Assemble panelboards and/or switchboards to customer specification based on electrical drawings, manufacturing schematics, and work instructions with the use of hand and power tools.
- Inspect and test finished products to maintain quality standards and ensure conformance with specifications and codes.
- Use various tools, such as wire strippers and plyers to perform the electrical wiring assembly of panelboards and/or switchboards.
- Maintain expected progress of jobs in the area of assignment and communicate problem areas or part shortages.
- Receive and put away material; prepare finished products for shipment.
- Perform Lean Initiatives by recommending suggestions for improvement related to quality, work processes, and environmental safety and health. Maintain equipment, tools, and work area per established 5S guidelines. Cross-train and flex across functions based on development and business needs.
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Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
- Minimum one year of experience in an assembly related role with the use of hand and/or power tools (experience in automotive repairs, construction, carpentry, or other assembly type environments will be considered) or completion of a one-year Technical School diploma from an accredited institution.
- No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates that currently reside within 50 miles of the work location will be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from geographical area limitation. Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.
Preferred Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution.
- CNC bus fabrication, press brake, or related experience.
- Experience with wiring diagrams, schematics, and power flow to install correct wires.
- Experience with measuring tools, torque tolerance, and hardware assembly. Experience using various tools including: manual/electric tools, drill press, press brake, fork truck, jib crane, template/fixtures, hand carts, tape measure, storage/packaging materials and prescribed safety equipment.
Skills:
Position Criteria:
- Must be able to interact and contribute in a small team environment and ability to flex according to production demands.
- Lift 35lbs. on a regular basis.
- Must be able to work overtime as required.
- Must be able to communicate effectively in all written and verbal formats (speech, writing, reading).
- Ability to follow manufacturing drawings and instructions.
- Keep yourself and teammates aware of health and safety practices and activities by actively observing fellow employee work practices and incorporating safety.
- Actively participate in health and safety training and demonstrate competency based on training received. Attend and actively participate in site meetings and trainings.
We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.
You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please call us at 1-800-836-6345 to discuss your specific need. Only accommodation requests will be accepted by this phone number.
We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Eaton’s ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a Production Technician (1st Shift). The hourly rate for this position is $23 - $25 per hour. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program.
- Health benefits and vacation time - available to use on day one of your employment!
- Paid holidays
- Bi-Weekly pay
- Career progression opportunities to cross-train in different departments and increase compensation.
- Overtime opportunities
- Retirement benefits
- Paid Parental Leave
- Educational Assistance Program, Wellness Reimbursement, and more!
Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
What you’ll do:
The Production Technician is responsible for a wide range of skills including: wire, assemble, fit and mount sub-assemblies, components, and standard fixed assemblies in electrical control equipment. Perform assembly required for test preparation and final inspection. Use established power checking procedures and equipment to verify electrical/mechanical integrity of units assembled. Perform all assignments within acceptable quantity and perfect quality requirements in keeping within assigned functions.
Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours.
- Assemble panelboards and/or switchboards to customer specification based on electrical drawings, manufacturing schematics, and work instructions with the use of hand and power tools.
- Inspect and test finished products to maintain quality standards and ensure conformance with specifications and codes.
- Use various tools, such as wire strippers and plyers to perform the electrical wiring assembly of panelboards and/or switchboards.
- Maintain expected progress of jobs in the area of assignment and communicate problem areas or part shortages.
- Receive and put away material; prepare finished products for shipment.
- Perform Lean Initiatives by recommending suggestions for improvement related to quality, work processes, and environmental safety and health. Maintain equipment, tools, and work area per established 5S guidelines. Cross-train and flex across functions based on development and business needs.
-
Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
- Minimum one year of experience in an assembly related role with the use of hand and/or power tools (experience in automotive repairs, construction, carpentry, or other assembly type environments will be considered) or completion of a one-year Technical School diploma from an accredited institution.
- No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates that currently reside within 50 miles of the work location will be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from geographical area limitation. Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.
Preferred Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution.
- CNC bus fabrication, press brake, or related experience.
- Experience with wiring diagrams, schematics, and power flow to install correct wires.
- Experience with measuring tools, torque tolerance, and hardware assembly. Experience using various tools including: manual/electric tools, drill press, press brake, fork truck, jib crane, template/fixtures, hand carts, tape measure, storage/packaging materials and prescribed safety equipment.
Skills:
Position Criteria:
- Must be able to interact and contribute in a small team environment and ability to flex according to production demands.
- Lift 35lbs. on a regular basis.
- Must be able to work overtime as required.
- Must be able to communicate effectively in all written and verbal formats (speech, writing, reading).
- Ability to follow manufacturing drawings and instructions.
- Keep yourself and teammates aware of health and safety practices and activities by actively observing fellow employee work practices and incorporating safety.
- Actively participate in health and safety training and demonstrate competency based on training received. Attend and actively participate in site meetings and trainings.
We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.
You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please call us at 1-800-836-6345 to discuss your specific need. Only accommodation requests will be accepted by this phone number.
We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
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What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in production technician jobs across Washington.
- High school diploma or GED with vocational or technical training preferred
- Hands-on experience operating and maintaining industrial or manufacturing equipment
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, or work instructions
- Familiarity with quality control standards such as ISO or Six Sigma practices
- Physical capability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds
- Strong attention to detail and ability to document production data accurately
Production Technician Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a production technician in Washington?
Most Washington employers hire production technicians with a high school diploma or GED plus hands-on technical training, either through a vocational program or an associate degree in manufacturing technology from a community college like Shoreline, Bellingham Technical, or Renton Technical College. Washington does not require a state license specifically for production technicians, but certifications from organizations like MSSC or OSHA training recognized by Washington employers significantly strengthen candidacy.
Which companies hire production technicians in Washington?
Employers hiring production technicians in Washington right now include Astronics, Brinc, and SpaceX, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Washington's dense concentration of aerospace, semiconductor, and food manufacturing operations means production technician roles appear across a wide range of industries and company sizes throughout the state.
Which Washington cities have the most production technician jobs?
Redmond, Seattle, and Vancouver have the most production technician openings in Washington. Seattle and Everett drive the bulk of demand through aerospace and advanced manufacturing anchored by Boeing's major facilities, while Spokane's growing industrial corridor and food processing sector sustain a steady share of openings on the eastern side of the state.
Are there remote production technician jobs in Washington?
Yes, but they're rare. Production technician work is inherently hands-on, requiring physical presence on the manufacturing floor or in a lab environment. About 0% of production technician openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to involve process documentation, quality data review, or technical coordination tasks rather than direct equipment operation.
How can I get hired as a production technician in Washington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is enrolling in a manufacturing technology or electronics program at a Washington community college, then targeting apprenticeship or manufacturing associate roles at large employers like Boeing, which runs structured entry-level production programs. Lateral moves from warehouse associate, quality inspector, or machine operator roles are common entry points. Earning an MSSC Certified Production Technician credential or completing an OSHA-10 course gives candidates a meaningful edge with Washington manufacturers.
Where can I find and apply to production technician jobs in Washington?
You can find and apply to production technician jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current Washington openings across industries and experience levels. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match.
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