{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"a74fec96afcc3c09f19b1ae6","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/a74fec96afcc3c09f19b1ae6","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/a74fec96afcc3c09f19b1ae6","title":"Production Operator","description":"DaPro, a poultry by-product rendering facility located in Huron, SD is accepting applications for open night shift positions.\n\nProduction Operator\n\nStarting $18.00/hr\n\nNo experience necessary\n\nExcellent benefits package that includes but not limited to; health, dental, vision, paid holidays, 401k with company match, 3 weeks PTO, $1/hr night shift differential.\n\nSuccessful completion of a pre-employment physical and drug test required.\n\nJOB QUALIFICATIONS:\nEducation:\nHigh School Diploma or GED certificate preferred.\nExperience:\nPrevious work experience in agriculture, production, or manufacturing preferred.\nEssential Job Duties:\nMeat Line Operator\nClimb stairs to monitor equipment operation and product flow.\nUse shovel to scoop product off ground into tubs.\nAbility to withstand high temperatures in the work environment.\nDocument required information per quality policies.\nFeather Line Operator\nUse shovel/pitchfork to physically remove product from under conveyor or cooker shoot.\nManually open and close valves using crank system.\nScoop product out of collection cart into production line.\nRemove bag of debris from trash can.\nDocument required information per quality policies.\nShag Truck Operator\nOperate shag truck to move trailers around facility.\nUse crank system to secure trailers.\nRead and monitor gauges to diagnose equipment failure.\nUse and maneuver hose to load unload trailers.\nClimb ladder to open/close door on tanker.\nScoop excess product off ground into bin.\nUse chain pulley system to open/close overhead doors.\nDocument required information per quality policies.\nControl Room Operator\nRead and operate electronic monitoring system.\nManually open and close valves using crank system.\nClimb stairs to monitor equipment operation and product flow.\nPush/pull slide gates to open/close doors.\nDocument required information per quality policies.\nLoad Out Operator\nClimb stairs to monitor equipment operation and product flow.\nLift and reach sample bin over trailers to collect samples.\nPush/pull/maneuver utensil to level out product in trailers.\nScoop excess product off ground into bin.\nUse chain pulley system to open/close overhead doors.\nOperate motor vehicle to offsite location.\nDocument required information per quality policies.\nJOB REQUIREMENTS:\nAbility to communicate clearly and consistently with other employees in the workplace.\nAbility to work safely and be quality conscious.\nAbility to prepare and operate all machinery.\nGeneral knowledge of production/manufacturing methods.\nAbility to read gauges and record data in a legible manner in accordance with established procedures.\nAbility to learn to handle inedible protein materials in accordance with established sanitary procedures and practices.\nAbility to understand and follow established work procedures, including mandated sanitary and safety guidelines.\nAbility to read, write and comprehend instructions.\nAbility to operate skid steer/pallet jack/forklift.\nAbility to work varying work schedules.\nAbility to interpret and work from verbal and written instructions.\nAbility to perform basic math skills.\nAbility to move freely throughout plant with sustained physical/mental effort to climb, sample and clean equipment and work areas.\nAbility to remain calm and professional at all times.\nKnowledge and experience with preventive maintenance programs.\nAbility to troubleshoot malfunction and situations as they arise, notifying appropriate staff of problems beyond scope of normality.\nAbility to cooperate with all staff.\nAbility to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.\nAbility to work daily, weekends and overtime as necessary.\nAbility to assist in all work areas.\nEnsure principles of animal food hygiene and animal food safety are followed and maintained.\nBASIC PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:\nApproximate: 8-9 Hour Day (may be longer during peak season)\nKey: Rare = 0% - 5%\nOccasional = 6% - 33%\nFrequent = 34% - 66%\nContinuous = 67% - 100%\nN/A = Not Applicable\nStanding Continuous\nSitting Occasional\nWalking Continuous\nBending/Kneeling/Crouching Frequent\nReaching Above Shoulder Frequent\nClimbing Stairs Frequent\nClimbing Ladders Occasional\nWorking on Heights:\nUnprotected heights Occasional\nProtected heights Frequent\nLifting:\nLifting weights from 1 to 10lbs. Rare\nLifting weights from 11 to 20 lbs. Occasional\nLifting weights from 21 to 30 lbs. Frequent\nLifting weights from 31 to 40 lbs. Occasional\nLifting weights from 41 to 50 lbs. Occasional\nPush/Pull/Maneuver:\nPush/pull/maneuver weights from 1 to 10lbs. Rare\nPush/pull/maneuver weights from 11 to 20 lbs. Occasional\nPush/pull/maneuver weights from 21 to 30 lbs. Frequent\nPush/pull/maneuver weights from 31 to 40 lbs. Occasional\nPush/pull/maneuver weights from 41 to 50 lbs. Occasional\nWorking with/or operating moving machinery/equipment Continuous\nOperating a motor vehicle as part of [Shag Truck Operator] Continuous\nOperating a motor vehicle as part of [Load Out Operator] Occasional\nOperating a motor vehicle as part of [All other positions] Rare\nRead/monitor gauges on various equipment/machinery Continuous\nBASIC PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (cont.):\nRecording data Frequent\nOperating office equipment Rare\nOperating computer Rare\nFoot movements to operate foot controls [Shag Truck Operator] Continuous\nFoot movements to operate foot controls [Load Out Operator] Occasional\nFoot movements to operate foot controls [All other positions] Rare\nGood vision, corrected to normal; or ability to access\nrequired information and to perform job duties Yes\nColor definition Yes\nGood hearing, corrected to normal; or ability to communicate\nand/or understand required information and to perform\njob duties Yes\nMobility:\n(Ability to be Mobile throughout required work areas)\nOffice Rare\nMultiple Locations [Shag Truck Operator] Rare\nMultiple Locations [Load Out Operator] Occasional\nMultiple Locations [All other positions] Rare\nPlant Continuous\nEquipment/maintenance or repair area Continuous\nBASIC MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:\nEmployee must be able to handle multiple tasks and learn equipment/machinery operation as required by job description. Employee will frequently use the following abilities: learning new equipment; calculating; analyzing numbers and situations; reading, speaking, and writing; comprehending complex information; problem solving; and communication skills. Employee must be able to follow established procedures using common sense and logical thinking in accomplishing job duties. In addition, employee must be able to work independently, set priorities, and determine work assignments and work methods. Normally, employee will be responsible for materials, company property and work that he/she has completed.\nWORKING CONDITIONS AND EXPOSURES:\nGeneral manufacturing working conditions exist. Exposures include, but are not limited to chemicals, odor, caustics, temperatures ranging from freezing to extreme heat, high noise levels, dust, moving equipment/machinery and extended work hours. Will be required to stand for an extended period of time on concrete floors. Will be exposed to chemicals used during production and cleanup.\nJOB QUALIFICATIONS:\nEducation:\nHigh School Diploma or GED certificate preferred.\nExperience:\nPrevious work experience in agriculture, production, or manufacturing preferred.\n“Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of the job duties and requirements associated with this job but is intended to represent an accurate reflection of the current job.”\n\n#hc259782","company":"Dapro","rawCompany":"dapro","city":"Huron","state":"SD","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-22T15:16:46.231Z","occupations":[{"code":"51-9199.00","title":"Production Workers, All Other","slug":"production-workers-all-other"},{"code":"51-3023.00","title":"Slaughterers and Meat Packers","slug":"slaughterers-and-meat-packers"},{"code":"51-3092.00","title":"Food Batchmakers","slug":"food-batchmakers"}],"industries":[{"code":"311612","title":"Meat Processed from Carcasses","slug":"meat-processed-from-carcasses"},{"code":"311991","title":"Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing","slug":"perishable-prepared-food-manufacturing"},{"code":"311615","title":"Poultry Processing","slug":"poultry-processing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Production Operator","description":"DaPro, a poultry by-product rendering facility located in Huron, SD is accepting applications for open night shift positions.\n\nProduction Operator\n\nStarting $18.00/hr\n\nNo experience necessary\n\nExcellent benefits package that includes but not limited to; health, dental, vision, paid holidays, 401k with company match, 3 weeks PTO, $1/hr night shift differential.\n\nSuccessful completion of a pre-employment physical and drug test required.\n\nJOB QUALIFICATIONS:\nEducation:\nHigh School Diploma or GED certificate preferred.\nExperience:\nPrevious work experience in agriculture, production, or manufacturing preferred.\nEssential Job Duties:\nMeat Line Operator\nClimb stairs to monitor equipment operation and product flow.\nUse shovel to scoop product off ground into tubs.\nAbility to withstand high temperatures in the work environment.\nDocument required information per quality policies.\nFeather Line Operator\nUse shovel/pitchfork to physically remove product from under conveyor or cooker shoot.\nManually open and close valves using crank system.\nScoop product out of collection cart into production line.\nRemove bag of debris from trash can.\nDocument required information per quality policies.\nShag Truck Operator\nOperate shag truck to move trailers around facility.\nUse crank system to secure trailers.\nRead and monitor gauges to diagnose equipment failure.\nUse and maneuver hose to load unload trailers.\nClimb ladder to open/close door on tanker.\nScoop excess product off ground into bin.\nUse chain pulley system to open/close overhead doors.\nDocument required information per quality policies.\nControl Room Operator\nRead and operate electronic monitoring system.\nManually open and close valves using crank system.\nClimb stairs to monitor equipment operation and product flow.\nPush/pull slide gates to open/close doors.\nDocument required information per quality policies.\nLoad Out Operator\nClimb stairs to monitor equipment operation and product flow.\nLift and reach sample bin over trailers to collect samples.\nPush/pull/maneuver utensil to level out product in trailers.\nScoop excess product off ground into bin.\nUse chain pulley system to open/close overhead doors.\nOperate motor vehicle to offsite location.\nDocument required information per quality policies.\nJOB REQUIREMENTS:\nAbility to communicate clearly and consistently with other employees in the workplace.\nAbility to work safely and be quality conscious.\nAbility to prepare and operate all machinery.\nGeneral knowledge of production/manufacturing methods.\nAbility to read gauges and record data in a legible manner in accordance with established procedures.\nAbility to learn to handle inedible protein materials in accordance with established sanitary procedures and practices.\nAbility to understand and follow established work procedures, including mandated sanitary and safety guidelines.\nAbility to read, write and comprehend instructions.\nAbility to operate skid steer/pallet jack/forklift.\nAbility to work varying work schedules.\nAbility to interpret and work from verbal and written instructions.\nAbility to perform basic math skills.\nAbility to move freely throughout plant with sustained physical/mental effort to climb, sample and clean equipment and work areas.\nAbility to remain calm and professional at all times.\nKnowledge and experience with preventive maintenance programs.\nAbility to troubleshoot malfunction and situations as they arise, notifying appropriate staff of problems beyond scope of normality.\nAbility to cooperate with all staff.\nAbility to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.\nAbility to work daily, weekends and overtime as necessary.\nAbility to assist in all work areas.\nEnsure principles of animal food hygiene and animal food safety are followed and maintained.\nBASIC PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:\nApproximate: 8-9 Hour Day (may be longer during peak season)\nKey: Rare = 0% - 5%\nOccasional = 6% - 33%\nFrequent = 34% - 66%\nContinuous = 67% - 100%\nN/A = Not Applicable\nStanding Continuous\nSitting Occasional\nWalking Continuous\nBending/Kneeling/Crouching Frequent\nReaching Above Shoulder Frequent\nClimbing Stairs Frequent\nClimbing Ladders Occasional\nWorking on Heights:\nUnprotected heights Occasional\nProtected heights Frequent\nLifting:\nLifting weights from 1 to 10lbs. Rare\nLifting weights from 11 to 20 lbs. Occasional\nLifting weights from 21 to 30 lbs. Frequent\nLifting weights from 31 to 40 lbs. Occasional\nLifting weights from 41 to 50 lbs. Occasional\nPush/Pull/Maneuver:\nPush/pull/maneuver weights from 1 to 10lbs. Rare\nPush/pull/maneuver weights from 11 to 20 lbs. Occasional\nPush/pull/maneuver weights from 21 to 30 lbs. Frequent\nPush/pull/maneuver weights from 31 to 40 lbs. Occasional\nPush/pull/maneuver weights from 41 to 50 lbs. Occasional\nWorking with/or operating moving machinery/equipment Continuous\nOperating a motor vehicle as part of [Shag Truck Operator] Continuous\nOperating a motor vehicle as part of [Load Out Operator] Occasional\nOperating a motor vehicle as part of [All other positions] Rare\nRead/monitor gauges on various equipment/machinery Continuous\nBASIC PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (cont.):\nRecording data Frequent\nOperating office equipment Rare\nOperating computer Rare\nFoot movements to operate foot controls [Shag Truck Operator] Continuous\nFoot movements to operate foot controls [Load Out Operator] Occasional\nFoot movements to operate foot controls [All other positions] Rare\nGood vision, corrected to normal; or ability to access\nrequired information and to perform job duties Yes\nColor definition Yes\nGood hearing, corrected to normal; or ability to communicate\nand/or understand required information and to perform\njob duties Yes\nMobility:\n(Ability to be Mobile throughout required work areas)\nOffice Rare\nMultiple Locations [Shag Truck Operator] Rare\nMultiple Locations [Load Out Operator] Occasional\nMultiple Locations [All other positions] Rare\nPlant Continuous\nEquipment/maintenance or repair area Continuous\nBASIC MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:\nEmployee must be able to handle multiple tasks and learn equipment/machinery operation as required by job description. Employee will frequently use the following abilities: learning new equipment; calculating; analyzing numbers and situations; reading, speaking, and writing; comprehending complex information; problem solving; and communication skills. Employee must be able to follow established procedures using common sense and logical thinking in accomplishing job duties. In addition, employee must be able to work independently, set priorities, and determine work assignments and work methods. Normally, employee will be responsible for materials, company property and work that he/she has completed.\nWORKING CONDITIONS AND EXPOSURES:\nGeneral manufacturing working conditions exist. Exposures include, but are not limited to chemicals, odor, caustics, temperatures ranging from freezing to extreme heat, high noise levels, dust, moving equipment/machinery and extended work hours. Will be required to stand for an extended period of time on concrete floors. Will be exposed to chemicals used during production and cleanup.\nJOB QUALIFICATIONS:\nEducation:\nHigh School Diploma or GED certificate preferred.\nExperience:\nPrevious work experience in agriculture, production, or manufacturing preferred.\n“Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of the job duties and requirements associated with this job but is intended to represent an accurate reflection of the current job.”\n\n#hc259782","datePosted":"2026-08-22T15:16:46.231Z","dateModified":"2026-08-22T15:16:46.231Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Dapro","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Huron","addressRegion":"SD","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"a74fec96afcc3c09f19b1ae6"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/a74fec96afcc3c09f19b1ae6"}}