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S&ME

Archaeological Field Technician

Columbia, SC

S&ME is seeking detail-oriented, passionate, temporary, as-needed Archaeological Field Technicians ... Working closely with senior archaeologists, you will support every stage of field and lab ...

CIS

CNC Programmer / Setup

Columbia, SC

$23/hr

Temp-to-Hire Pay Rate: $23.00 / hour Shift: 1st | Monday - Thursday | 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM Carolina ... Requires working knowledge of programming a CNC machine * Must pass a drug screen and background ...

sylvamo

E&I Maintenance Co-op / Intern

Eastover, SC · On-site

$28.93/hr

This will be a temporary position that will be structured to better prepare students for active ... Preferred qualifications: * Working experience in a team based environment. * Demonstrated ...

sylvamo

E&I Maintenance Co-op / Intern

Eastover, SC · On-site

$28.93/hr

This will be a temporary position that will be structured to better prepare students for active ... Preferred qualifications: * Working experience in a team based environment. * Demonstrated ...

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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for working temp in Sumter, SC is $15.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.94 and $16.49 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Working temps, or temporary workers, are employees hired for a limited period to fill short-term needs within a company. They may be brought in to cover for absent staff, handle seasonal workloads, or assist with special projects. Temp workers are often employed through staffing agencies and may work in various industries such as administration, manufacturing, or customer service. While they typically do not receive the same benefits as permanent employees, temp positions can sometimes lead to full-time jobs.

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To thrive as a Working Temp, you need adaptability, reliability, and a general proficiency in common workplace tasks, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with office software like Microsoft Office Suite, basic data entry systems, or industry-specific tools is frequently required. Strong communication, time management, and a positive attitude help temps integrate quickly into diverse teams and environments. These skills ensure you can efficiently support various organizations, meet short-term goals, and maintain a professional reputation for future assignments.

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Working as a temp often means adapting quickly to new teams, processes, and work environments, which can be challenging. It’s common to face uncertainty around job duration or shifting responsibilities, so staying flexible and open to learning is key. Building strong communication with supervisors and coworkers helps clarify expectations and creates a smoother transition. Many temps also find it helpful to take initiative in asking questions and offering support to the permanent team, which can lead to more opportunities for future assignments.

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Infographic showing various Working Temp job openings in Sumter, SC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $31,895 per year, or $15.3 per hour.

PRODUCTION CONTROLLER

US Department of the Army

Eastover, SC • On-site

$61K/yr

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago

United States Army rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 493 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

44th of 49 rated military and defense

Job description

This is a National Guard Title 32 Excepted position for a PRODUCTION CONTROLLER, Position Description Number PDD1064000, and is part of the SC AASF, South Carolina Army National Guard.

Qualifications:THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION OPEN TO THE FOLLOWING AREA OF CONSIDERATION (AOC):
Area of Consideration: This position is open to Area 1 and 2 Only.
Area 1: Current employees of the South Carolina Army National Guard (Tenure 1 and 2)
Area 2: Current members of the South Carolina Army National Guard
Area 3: Any individual eligible for membership in the South Carolina Army National Guard
*Note- Temporary and Indefinite employees do not meet permanent tenure requirements and are not eligible for Area 1.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Experience, education or training which indicates the candidate can reason in quantitative terms, communicate orally and in writing in a clear and concise manner, understanding the terminology and data pertaining to repair operations and process characteristics of the production activity.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: 1-year equivalent to at least next lower grade level experience, education or training scheduling workflow in more than one area and responsible for coordinating products or materials from support activities. Experience in performing or supervising journeyman level work in a production facility. Experience preparing job or work orders; scheduling various phases of projects into the production facility; following up to see if work is progressing as planned and arranging for adjustments in materials, machine processes, and work sequencing allowing for changes. Experience with current automation support programs to input data, provide status of equipment, and monitor job order status, monitor work priorities, requisition repair parts, track repair parts status, etc.


CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT & NOTES:

1. Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate clearance designated at the State through the use of the Position Designation Tool.
2. This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
3. Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
4. May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; over/comp time may be required.
5. May require travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.
6. The work may require the incumbent to drive a motor vehicle; if so, and an appropriate valid driver's license is mandatory.
???????7. This is a National Guard dual status technician position which requires military membership.

Education:Substitution of Education for Specialized Experience - Completion of 2 academic years of education in an accredited college or university will satisfy the requirements for GS-4 positions. Only education in excess of the first 60 semester hours (i.e., beyond the second year) is creditable toward meeting the specialized experience requirement. One full academic year of study (30 semester hours) beyond the second year is equivalent to 6 months of specialized experience for GS-5 positions.
Employment Type: OTHER

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