Production Technician 2nd Shift
Morgan Advanced Materials · Elkhart, IN
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Production
- Industry
- Industrial
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The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level production role at Morgan Advanced Materials (industrial) in Elkhart, IN. Cross-train in various roles within the Production department to support the team.
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 9, 2026
Manufacturing Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $59k–$91k.
Median of the low and high ends of 81 live postings that list pay, out of 1262 manufacturing technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 37 other live production postings in Indiana.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $73k–$95k, from 8 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 87%
- Lean 24%
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This plant: Morgan Advanced Materials in Elkhart
2 other open roles at this site.
- Production Technician - 1st Shift · Production · Technician
- Operations Manager · Production · Manager
Full description from Morgan Advanced MaterialsAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Overview
Production Technician - 2nd Shift
Elkhart INHours - 2:15pm - 10:45pm with a 30 minute lunch
Pay - $20 per hour.
Are you ready to make an impact in the manufacturing industry? We are looking for a Production Technician to join our team, working with Min-K flex or metal sheets to produce high-quality heat shield products in a safe and efficient manner. This is an excellent opportunity for those who are passionate about working in a hands-on, dynamic production environment.
What You’ll Do
- •Operate machinery and use tools to meet production goals.
- •Maintain high production standards by adhering to quality and safety protocols.
- •Cross-train in various roles within the Production department to support the team.
- •Report equipment malfunctions, process deficiencies, and any unsafe conditions.
- •Complete production documentation and ensure products meet customer specifications.
- •Perform daily risk assessments at the beginning of each shift.
- •Maintain a clean and organized work area, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
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What You'll Bring
- •Previous experience in a manufacturing, production, warehouse, or industrial environment is helpful, but we're happy to train the right person.
- •A strong focus on safety, quality, and doing the job right first time.
- •The ability to follow work instructions, procedures, and production schedules.
- •Comfortable working with machinery, tools, and manual handling duties.
- •Good attention to detail and the ability to spot potential issues before they become bigger problems.
- •A team-first approach and willingness to learn different processes across the production floor.
- •Reliable, dependable, and ready to contribute from day one.
What You'll Get
- •Competitive pay and shift premiums where applicable.
- •Health, dental, and vision benefits.
- •Company-paid life insurance and other wellbeing programs.
- •Paid time off and recognized holidays.
- •Retirement savings plan with company contribution.
- •Training and development opportunities to help you build new skills and progress your career.
- •A supportive team environment where safety, quality, and continuous improvement genuinely matter.