Production Worker Jobs in South Dakota

A Production Worker in the manufacturing industry operates and maintains equipment in a factory or warehouse and assembles items for further production or distribution. They have responsibilities such as loading raw materials into the production machines, checking products for quality on the production line, and packaging finished products. They may also be responsible for ensuring that the production line is running smoothly and efficiently, organizing and cleaning the production area, and adhering to all safety regulations. They may also be involved in maintaining records of production outputs and machine conditions.

Essential skills for a Production Worker include manual dexterity, the ability to work independently and as part of a team, excellent attention to detail, and good physical stamina. They should also be familiar with the operation of industrial equipment and machinery, and they should have good problem-solving and communication skills. In terms of certifications, a high school diploma or equivalent is typically required, and some positions may require a certification in a relevant field or specific training in the operation of certain types of machinery. Prior roles that could lead to a position as a Production Worker might include Warehouse Associate, Assembly Line Worker, or Machine Operator.

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Press Operator - Day Shift

  • Aberdeen, SD
  • 21 hours ago
  • Aberdeen, SD
  • 21 hours ago

Looking for candidates with solid work history and prior machine operation/printing press experience....

Automotive Machinist

  • Milbank, SD
  • 1 day ago
  • Milbank, SD
  • 1 day ago

The Automotive Machinist is responsible for completing work requested by customers in a timely and cost effective manner and to the specification given by the customer; may also perform...

Assembler $20/hr

  • Yankton, SD
  • 1 day ago
  • Yankton, SD
  • 1 day ago

Aerotek Assembler $20/hr in Yankton , South Dakota * Assembler - WEEKLY PAY START ASAP * Responsibilities : Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and work instructions. Assemble components...

Sales Operations Specialist

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 2 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 2 days ago

Sales Operations Specialist The Sales Operations Specialist will work closely with our Regional Sales Managers and our network of dealers. This role is integral to driving efficiency in the daily...

Production Worker

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 2 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 2 days ago

Join the Smurfit WestRock team in Sioux Falls, SD as a Production Worker!...

Seasonal Equipment Operator and Laborer - Street

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 2 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 2 days ago

The City of Sioux Falls Street Maintenance division is accepting applications for seasonal laborers and CDL drivers. Qualified candidates who possess a minimum of a Class B CDL with Air Brakes...

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

  • Spearfish, SD
  • 3 days ago
  • Spearfish, SD
  • 3 days ago

This position is responsible for the operations and maintenance of the wastewater treatment plant. Wages for different operator levels: Op erator I - $21.73 - $26.47 hiring range DOQ; $21.73 -...

Production Worker

  • Box Elder, SD
  • 4 days ago
  • Box Elder, SD
  • 4 days ago

Salary Confidential Production Worker Acme Pallet Inc - RC Occupation: Production Workers, All Other Location: Box Elder, SD - 57719 Positions available: 3 Job #: 2179656 Source: SDWORKS Posted: 3/3...

Traveling Equipment Operator

  • Brookings, SD
  • 5 days ago
  • Brookings, SD
  • 5 days ago

Discover a more connected Equipment Operator career At TelCom Construction, as a Traveling Equipment Operator on our team, you'll use and take care of special machines for putting in phone and...

Production Worker

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 5 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 5 days ago

$19.00 - $20.00 Per Hour DOE $1500.00 sign on bonus Apply At: Watch our video to learn more: Design Tanks Design Tanks is located in Sioux Falls, SD and is the premier composite tank manufacturer...

Assembler-1st Shift

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 5 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 5 days ago

Quanex is looking for an Assembler-1st Shift to join our team located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. This position performs repetitive assembly in a production environment. The parts produced in...

Roll Mill Operator

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 5 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 5 days ago

press efficiently Stamps channels and other specials as necessary Cleans and organizes work area Keeps manager aware of steel supplies Assists in production inventory Performs other duties as assigned...

Assembler-2nd Shift

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 5 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 5 days ago

Quanex is looking for an Assembler-2nd Shift to join our team located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. This position performs repetitive assembly in a production environment. The parts produced in...

Equipment Operator

  • Aberdeen, SD
  • 5 days ago
  • Aberdeen, SD
  • 5 days ago

Experienced equipment operators needed to operate heavy machinery like excavators, bulldozers, loaders, skid steers, and graders to excavate, move, and grade earth on construction sites, primarily...

Seasonal Equipment Operator and Laborer - Water Reclamation

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 6 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 6 days ago

The City of Sioux Falls Public Works/Water Reclamation division is accepting applications for seasonal equipment operators and laborers. Qualified candidates who possess a minimum of a Class B...

Demographic Data for South Dakota

Moving to South Dakota? Find some basic demographic data about South Dakota below.


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Salary for Production Worker Jobs in South Dakota

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturing research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Production Worker positions.



Highest Education Level

Production Workers in South Dakota offer the following education background
High School or GED
41.9%
Bachelor's Degree
18.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.8%
Associate's Degree
12.8%
Master's Degree
6.2%
Some College
2.2%
Some High School
1.3%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Production Workers in South Dakota
None
41.5%
Less than 1 year
22.5%
2-4 years
21.2%
4-6 years
7.6%
1-2 years
7.2%



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