Manufacturing Technician Jobs in South Dakota

A Manufacturing Technician is a crucial part of the manufacturing industry, fulfilling a variety of responsibilities aimed at ensuring the efficiency and quality of production processes. They are typically tasked with maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving manufacturing equipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards, interpreting blueprints and schematics, and testing products for quality. They may also be involved in the research and development process, helping to design and implement new manufacturing methods and technologies.

Important skills for a Manufacturing Technician include mechanical and technical skills, attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and good communication skills. Familiarity with manufacturing software is often required, and knowledge of specific manufacturing technologies may be necessary depending on the industry. Certifications like the Manufacturing Technician certification (MT1) or Certified Production Technician (CPT) can be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Manufacturing Technician, an individual might have roles such as Production Operator, Assembly Technician, or Quality Control Inspector.

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Equipment Technician

  • State of South Dakota
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 5 days ago
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 5 days ago

tools; and evaluating and recommending acquisition of applicable tools and materials....

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Production Associate I

  • FleetPride
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 7 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 7 days ago

Assembler will be responsible for assembly of axles and related components on the assembly line....

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Transport Equipment Technician

  • KELOLAND
  • Brandon, SD
  • 8 days ago
  • Brandon, SD
  • 8 days ago

Transport Equipment Technician PIPESTONE Brandon, SD Posted/Updated: 1 days ago Job Description Now Hiring: Transport Equipment Technician Pipestone, MN | PIPESTONE Are you a hands-on problem...

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Plant Technician I

  • Antora Energy
  • Big Stone City, SD
  • 9 days ago
  • Big Stone City, SD
  • 9 days ago

Antora builds and deploys thermal energy storage to power always-on industrial operations and data centers with low-cost energy. Factory-built in California, Antora's thermal batteries deliver...

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Production Associate

  • Aerotek
  • Madison, SD
  • 10 days ago
  • Madison, SD
  • 10 days ago

NOW HIRING: PRODUCTION TEAM MEMBERS MADISON, SD $19/HOUR | FULL TRAINING PROVIDED | CLIMATE-CONTROLLED FACILITY Tired of seeing entry-level jobs that still demand three years of experience? This...

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Construction Equipment Technician

  • GPAC
  • Madison, SD
  • 11 days ago
  • Madison, SD
  • 11 days ago

A well-established equipment company in the Sioux Falls area is looking to add 2 Diesel Technicians to their team due to internal promotion and upcoming relocation within the shop. This is a...

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Production Equipment Technician Shift 1 Full-Time

  • Electronic Systems Sioux Falls
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 13 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 13 days ago

PRODUCTION EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN | SHIFT 1 | FULL-TIME Electronic Systems Sioux Falls Sioux Falls, SD Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance...

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Plant Technician

  • Poet Energy
  • Groton, SD
  • 20 days ago
  • Groton, SD
  • 20 days ago

tools, and computers....

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Production Specialist (Powder Coat) $1k Sign-On Bonus

  • Terex Utilities
  • Watertown, SD
  • 21 days ago
  • Watertown, SD
  • 21 days ago

Basic knowledge in the usage of common hand tools, hand held power tools, fabricating equipment, and portable air tools such as a ratchet....

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Production Specialist (Powder Coat) Lead - 2nd Shift $1k Sign-On Bonus

  • Terex Utilities
  • Watertown, SD
  • 21 days ago
  • Watertown, SD
  • 21 days ago

Basic knowledge in the usage of common hand tools, hand held power tools, fabricating equipment, and portable air tools such as a ratchet....

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Production Specialist Lead - 2nd Shift $1k Sign-On Bonus

  • Terex Utilities
  • Watertown, SD
  • 21 days ago
  • Watertown, SD
  • 21 days ago

tools Understand and follow verbal and written instructions Why Join Us We are a global company, and our culture is defined by our Values Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage...

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Industrial Technician

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

Industrial Maintenance Technician 4 Day Work WeekCompany Stock OptionsPaid Training Location : Sioux Falls, SD Shifts Available: Sunday thru Wednesday & Wednesday thru Saturday Day Shift : 7:00 AM...

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Production Technician- Night Shift plus $2.00 Differential

  • Houdek
  • Volga, SD
  • 25 days ago
  • Volga, SD
  • 25 days ago

At Houdek, we are pioneering sustainable solutions in agriculture by transforming soybeans into high-value ingredients that support animal health, environmental stewardship, and food system...

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Production Technician - Day Shift

  • Houdek
  • Volga, SD
  • 27 days ago
  • Volga, SD
  • 27 days ago

At Houdek, we are pioneering sustainable solutions in agriculture by transforming soybeans into high-value ingredients that support animal health, environmental stewardship, and food system...

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Manufacturing Assembler

  • Showplace Wood Products
  • Harrisburg, SD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Harrisburg, SD
  • 30+ days ago

Join our team as an assembler, where youll play a key role in building high-quality cabinetry. No prior experience? No problem we provide hands-on training and will teach you everything you need...

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Demographic Data for South Dakota

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Salary for Manufacturing Technician 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 Manufacturing Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Manufacturing Technicians in South Dakota offer the following education background
High School or GED
34.1%
Bachelor's Degree
22.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.9%
Associate's Degree
15.1%
Master's Degree
7.6%
Some College
2.2%
Some High School
0.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Manufacturing Technicians in South Dakota
2-4 years
30.3%
Less than 1 year
25.2%
6-8 years
14.0%
1-2 years
13.5%
10+ years
11.0%
None
3.1%
4-6 years
2.2%
8-10 years
0.7%



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