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Plant Operator - Huron, SD

Glacial Lakes Energy
Huron, SD Full Time
POSTED ON 5/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/27/2026

🌱 Join the Glacial Lakes Energy Team as a Plant Operator!

📍 Huron, South Dakota

Are you ready to fuel your career with purpose? At Glacial Lakes Energy (GLE)—a leader in the corn ethanol industry—we’re seeking Plant Operators to join our growing team in Huron, SD.

If you're looking for a stable, rewarding career with a company that supports agriculture, values innovation, and invests in its people, GLE is the place for you!


đź’° What We Offer

  • Competitive Starting Wage: $22/hr

  • Shift Premium: Additional $3/hr for night shifts

  • Certification Bonus: Earn an extra $2.50/hr after completing our certification program

  • Generous Benefits:

    • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

    • 401(k) with company match

    • Flexible spending accounts

    • Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave

    • Tuition reimbursement and professional development


đź”§ Your Role

As a Plant Operator, you’ll play a key part in the daily operations of our state-of-the-art ethanol production facility. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Operating, monitoring, and shutting down equipment

  • Sampling and testing products to ensure quality

  • Performing light maintenance and maintaining plant cleanliness

You’ll gain valuable hands-on experience and have opportunities to grow your skills in a fast-paced, high-tech environment.


đź§  What You Bring

  • High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

  • Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts

  • Physically able to climb ladders and steps, manage confined space entry, and lift at least 50 lbs

  • Previous experience in plant operations is a plus—but we’ll train you!


🌟 Why Choose GLE?

Founded in 2001, Glacial Lakes Energy is one of South Dakota’s premier renewable fuels producers, with locations in Mina, Watertown, Huron, and Aberdeen. We employ over 200 team members and are proud to support the ag economy across our region.

At GLE, we believe in your growth. From our structured certification program to tuition reimbursement and career advancement opportunities, we’re committed to helping you build a long-term, fulfilling career.


đź’Ľ More Than Just a Job

At GLE, you're not just filling a position—you're joining a team that values integrity, accountability, professionalism, respect, and teamwork. We invest in our people and our future.


Glacial Lakes Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all aspects of employment to all applicants and employees, regardless of age, color, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected status.


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