Production Worker Jobs in Sumter, SC

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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Machinist III - Day Shift

  • Caterpillar
  • Sumter, SC
  • 15 hours ago
  • Sumter, SC
  • 15 hours ago

Career Area: Operations Job Description: Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do but also...

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Machine Operator Helper - Now Hiring

  • Randstad
  • Sumter, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Sumter, SC
  • 1 day ago

Ready to land a job with a different kind of company one where worker safety and wellbeing are top priorities? Where people who take the initiative get recognized and rewarded? Where you'll take...

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Jr. Sterilization Operator

  • Becton Dickinson & Company
  • Sumter, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Sumter, SC
  • 1 day ago

amp;#xa; We are the people who give possibilities purpose BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health is our Purpose, and its no...

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Production Operator

  • Olsten
  • Sumter, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Sumter, SC
  • 2 days ago

Production Operator Location Sumter, South Carolina Category Industrial & Manufacturing - Manufacturing / Plant Contract Type Contract/Temporary Salary $17.00/Hour Olsten Staffing Services is...

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Operator Manufacturing III

  • Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated
  • Bishopville, SC (23 miles from Sumter, SC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Bishopville, SC (23 miles from Sumter, SC)
  • 6 days ago

Requisition ID: 256355 Locations: Bishopville Pay Range: $18.53 - $19.96 Hourly, depending on experience Schedule: Monday night - Friday night, 9pm - 5:30am, weekends/holidays per business needs....

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Brake Press Operator - Now Hiring

  • Randstad
  • Sumter, SC
  • 8 days ago
  • Sumter, SC
  • 8 days ago

Ready to boost your earnings and advance your career? We have exciting brake press operator positions available! If you're skilled with measurements and like working with raw materials, this is...

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Mission Critical Bus Assembler

  • Eaton Corporation
  • Sumter, SC
  • 13 days ago
  • Sumter, SC
  • 13 days ago

Eaton's ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a Mission Critical Bus Assembler. Schedule for the role will be Monday-Friday and hours are 6:00am-2:30pm. The hourly rate for this position is...

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Production Operator

  • Crown Health Care Laundry
  • Bishopville, SC (23 miles from Sumter, SC)
  • 21 days ago
  • Bishopville, SC (23 miles from Sumter, SC)
  • 21 days ago

People selected for a Production Operator position may be placed in various roles within the production process of our Crown Health Care Laundry plant. There may be needs in either or both...

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Field Machinist

  • Westinghouse Electric Company
  • Manning, SC (19 miles from Sumter, SC)
  • 22 days ago
  • Manning, SC (19 miles from Sumter, SC)
  • 22 days ago

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At WECTEC Staffing Services, a wholly-owned subsidiary of...

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Tool Crib Attendant

  • Thompson Construction Group, Inc.
  • Sumter, SC
  • 22 days ago
  • Sumter, SC
  • 22 days ago

The Tool Crib Attendant will issue parts and tools to production workers and maintenance personnel daily and assist management with receiving items, restocking items, and cycle counting, and always...

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Machine Operator

  • Hood Container Corporation
  • Sumter, SC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sumter, SC
  • 30+ days ago

Who We’re Looking For Hood Container Corporation is seeking a Machine Operator to run our Bobst Mastercut flatbed die-cutting machine on 3rd shift at our Chicago, IL facility. If you have...

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3rd Shift - Shipping & Receiving Operator

  • Enersys
  • Sumter, SC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sumter, SC
  • 30+ days ago

EnerSys is a global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications. We have over thirty manufacturing and assembly plants worldwide servicing over 10,000 customers in more than 100...

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Machine Operator

  • Spherion
  • Sumter, SC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sumter, SC
  • 30+ days ago

Perks and Benefits: - $17.00/hour - Temp-to-hire position - Mandatory OT (may include Fridays or weekends as needed) Responsibilities: - Machine Operation: Set up, operate, and adjust production machinery...

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Demographic Data for Sumter, SC

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Salary for Production Worker Jobs in Sumter, SC

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Highest Education Level

Production Workers in Sumter, SC 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 Production Workers in Sumter, SC
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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