Machine Operator Jobs in South Dakota

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
  • 5 hours ago
  • Watertown, SD
  • 5 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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Machinist-2nd shift

  • Terex Utilities
  • Huron, SD
  • 5 hours ago
  • Huron, SD
  • 5 hours ago

operations on repetitive work to close and exacting tolerances and finish specifications requiring considerable skill, a general knowledge of machining techniques and methods and familiarity with numerical...

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DO/DM Assembler

  • Terex Corporation
  • Watertown, SD
  • 17 hours ago
  • Watertown, SD
  • 17 hours 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 payout to...

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Operations Specialist

  • CHS
  • Lemmon, SD
  • 1 day ago
  • Lemmon, SD
  • 1 day ago

CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the...

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Brake Press Operator

  • KELOLAND
  • Tea, SD
  • 3 days ago
  • Tea, SD
  • 3 days ago

Brake Press Operator DeGeest Corporation Tea, SD Posted/Updated: Today Job Description We are hiring a Brake Press Operator to join the DeGeest Team and be part of our STRONGER STANDARD! Our...

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Machine Operator Nights

  • Mars
  • North Sioux City, SD
  • 3 days ago
  • North Sioux City, SD
  • 3 days ago

Job Description: Job Description Job: Machine Operator Shift: Nights; Monday - Thursday 5:30pm - 6am Location: Royal Canin (North Sioux City, SD) Royal Canin is seeking a Filler Operator to join our...

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Ag Equipment Operator

  • (Suppressed)
  • Lodgepole, SD
  • 4 days ago
  • Lodgepole, SD
  • 4 days ago

$17.48 Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience) Ag Equipment Operator (Suppressed) Occupation: Agricultural Equipment Operators Location: Lodgepole, SD - 57640 Job Type: Regular, Full Time (30 Hours...

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Machine Operator 3rd shift (Brandon, SD)

  • Henkel
  • Brandon, SD
  • 4 days ago
  • Brandon, SD
  • 4 days ago

About this position At Henkel, you'll be part of an organization that's shaping the future through innovation, sustainability and collaboration. With our trusted brands like Persil, 'all, Loctite,...

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XT/LT Assembler

  • Terex Utilities
  • Watertown, SD
  • 5 days ago
  • Watertown, 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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Mechanical Assembler - WEEKLY PAY

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

Mechanical Assembler - WEEKLY PAY - $22 to $28/HOUR Job Description This role focuses on assembling mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems for specialized equipment in a fast-paced,...

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Cast Operator - 1st Shift

  • Doherty Staffing Solutions
  • Watertown, SD
  • 5 days ago
  • Watertown, 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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Production Operator

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

Job Summary Perform all functions related to grain milling and sifting, grain storage/movement, product flow, and manufacturing of finished products. Essential Functions Operate...

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Production Assembler - Full Time

  • KELOLAND
  • Harrisburg, SD
  • 6 days ago
  • Harrisburg, SD
  • 6 days ago

Production Assembler - Full Time RMS Roller-Grinder Harrisburg, SD US Posted/Updated: Today Job Description RMS Roller-Grinder is a dynamic and innovative manufacturing company, that specializes...

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Volpak Operator - D Shift $26.44/hr

  • Bel Group
  • Brookings, SD
  • 6 days ago
  • Brookings, SD
  • 6 days ago

Job Summary: As a Volpak Machine Operator for Materne, North America you will be responsible for the operation and monitoring of the FFS (form, fill, seal) equipment for our manufacturing process....

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Production Machine Operator - Full Time

  • KELOLAND
  • Harrisburg, SD
  • 6 days ago
  • Harrisburg, SD
  • 6 days ago

Job Summary: The Production Machine Operator will contribute to our growing manufacturing facility....

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Salary for Machine Operator Jobs in South Dakota

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

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Highest Education Level

Machine Operators in South Dakota 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 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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