Machine Operator Jobs in Clear Lake, SD

A Machine Operator in the manufacturing industry is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining complex machinery. Their tasks often include checking equipment for proper functioning, performing basic maintenance, ensuring the quality of production outputs, and troubleshooting machines if they break down or malfunction. They also report any issues to the supervisors and work closely with other team members to meet production goals. They may also be tasked with reading blueprints, sketches, or machine parts to determine machining operations.

A prospective Machine Operator should possess technical skills, a strong understanding of machines and tools, and good attention to detail. They should also have the physical stamina to stand for long periods and lift heavy items. Certifications such as a CNC (Computer Numerical Control) Operator certification may be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Machine Operator, an individual might have roles like a Production Worker, Assembly Line Worker, or a Machine Operator Assistant, where they would gain valuable hands-on experience in a manufacturing setting.

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TM/TL Assembler Lead

  • Terex Utilities
  • Watertown, SD (20 miles from Clear Lake, SD)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Watertown, SD (20 miles from Clear Lake, SD)
  • 15 hours ago

Job Description: Join our Team: Assembler Lead Watertown, SD **$1,000 Sign on Bonus** $500 paid at 6 months of employment, $500 paid at 1 year of employment. Must be an active employee at time of...

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XT/LT Assembler

  • Terex Utilities
  • Watertown, SD (20 miles from Clear Lake, SD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Watertown, SD (20 miles from Clear Lake, SD)
  • 5 days ago

Job Description: Join our Team: Optima/AO Assembler Watertown, SD **$1,000 Sign on Bonus** $500 paid at 6 months of employment, $500 paid at 1 year of employment. Must be an active employee at...

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Cast Operator - 1st Shift

  • Doherty Staffing Solutions
  • Watertown, SD (20 miles from Clear Lake, SD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Watertown, SD (20 miles from Clear Lake, SD)
  • 5 days ago

What You'll Do as the Cast Operator: Operate die casting machines (manual or automated) in accordance with established processes and work instructions Monitor machine operation and make adjustments...

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Wood Shop Operator - Pivotal Health Solutions

  • Performance Health Supply,LLC
  • Watertown, SD (20 miles from Clear Lake, SD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Watertown, SD (20 miles from Clear Lake, SD)
  • 8 days ago

Pivotal Health Solutions is seeking a 1 st Shift Wood Shop Assembler to join our team in Watertown, SD. In this role, you will be responsible for producing finished products through various types...

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Assembler - 2nd Shift - $16-$18/Hour + $1.75 Differential

  • Spartronics Watertown LLC
  • Watertown, SD (20 miles from Clear Lake, SD)
  • 12 days ago
  • Watertown, SD (20 miles from Clear Lake, SD)
  • 12 days ago

Works on production line where tasks vary as specified in the manufacturing procedures. Identify parts and use hand tools according to description and / or picture....

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Fabrication Operator

  • Manpower
  • Watertown, SD (20 miles from Clear Lake, SD)
  • 20 days ago
  • Watertown, SD (20 miles from Clear Lake, SD)
  • 20 days ago

Job Title: CNC Laser Operator / Machine Operator Location: Watertown SD Pay Range: 19.00 or More (DOE) Whats the Job?...

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Machine Operator - WEEKLY PAY

  • Aerotek
  • Watertown, SD (20 miles from Clear Lake, SD)
  • 27 days ago
  • Watertown, SD (20 miles from Clear Lake, SD)
  • 27 days ago

Machine Operator - WEEKLY PAY - START ASAP Job Description This role involves operating production machinery, performing hand assembly and packaging of finished products, and making minor adjustments...

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Saw Operator

  • KELOLAND
  • Watertown, SD (20 miles from Clear Lake, SD)
  • 27 days ago
  • Watertown, SD (20 miles from Clear Lake, SD)
  • 27 days ago

Saw Operator Dynamic Engineering Watertown, SD US Posted/Updated: Today Job Description ***Job Location in Watertown SD*** Saw Operator\ Machine Operator We are searching for a passionate and dedicated...

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CNC Swiss Machinist

  • GPAC
  • Watertown, SD (20 miles from Clear Lake, SD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Watertown, SD (20 miles from Clear Lake, SD)
  • 30+ days ago

Now Hiring: CNC Swiss Machinist (Full-Time) THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN RURAL SD As a CNC Swiss Machinist, you'll be the heartbeat of our precision machining operation, working with Swiss Screw machines...

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General Production Worker - Weekly Pay

  • Aerotek
  • Clear Lake, SD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Clear Lake, SD
  • 30+ days ago

Proficiency in machine operation, including loading, monitoring, and offloading parts from multi-station machines....

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Machine Operator

  • Aerotek
  • Clear Lake, SD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Clear Lake, SD
  • 30+ days ago

Machine Operator - WEEKLY PAY - START ASAP Job Description This role involves operating production machinery, performing hand assembly and packaging of finished products, and making minor adjustments...

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XT/LT Assembler Lead

  • Terex Utilities
  • Watertown, SD (20 miles from Clear Lake, SD)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Watertown, SD (20 miles from Clear Lake, SD)
  • 45+ days ago

Job Description: Join our Team: XT/LT Assembler Lead Watertown, SD Join our team at Terex Utilities and embark on an exciting opportunity as we seek a skilled and dedicated Assembler to contribute...

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TL/TM Assembler Lead

  • Terex Utilities
  • Watertown, SD (20 miles from Clear Lake, SD)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Watertown, SD (20 miles from Clear Lake, SD)
  • 45+ days ago

Job Description: Join our Team: TL/TM Assembler Lead Watertown, SD Join our team at Terex Utilities and embark on an exciting opportunity as we seek a skilled and dedicated Assembler to contribute...

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Assembler $1k Sign-On Bonus

  • Terex Utilities
  • Watertown, SD (20 miles from Clear Lake, SD)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Watertown, SD (20 miles from Clear Lake, SD)
  • 45+ days ago

Job Description: Join our Team: Assembler Watertown, SD **$1,000 Sign on Bonus** $500 paid at 6 months of employment, $500 paid at 1 year of employment. Must be an active employee at time of...

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Brake Press Operator

  • Dakota Bodies
  • Watertown, SD (20 miles from Clear Lake, SD)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Watertown, SD (20 miles from Clear Lake, SD)
  • 90+ days ago

Dakota Bodies is now hiring Day, Night, and Weekend Brake Press Operators. New to the Brake Press or a seasoned veteran, we are willing to consider anyone eager enough to learn - as long as you...

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Salary for Machine Operator Jobs in Clear Lake, SD

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Highest Education Level

Machine Operators in Clear Lake, SD offer the following education background
High School or GED
41.5%
Bachelor's Degree
18.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.9%
Associate's Degree
13.0%
Master's Degree
6.3%
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 Machine Operators in Clear Lake, SD
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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