Manufacturing Machine Operator

Shamrock Foods Company•Commerce City, CO

About The Position

The Manufacturing Machine Operator runs and maintains production equipment in the Dairy Plant, including sleevers, case packers, de-palletizers, and wrappers. The role contributes to department production goals while maintaining a clean and safe work environment. The operator follows required safety practices, Good Manufacturing Practices, and PPE requirements, and observes procedures for confined spaces, chemical handling, and fall restraints. The position involves monitoring dairy production and packaging processes, troubleshooting operating difficulties, reassembling equipment after maintenance and changeovers, performing preventative maintenance and cleanup, and monitoring palletizing. The operator is also responsible for food safety, food quality, required documentation, and collecting samples for Quality Assurance testing. Regular and reliable attendance is required; other duties may be assigned. Starting compensation is $23.00 per hour, with a $1.50 per hour shift differential for nights. Shamrock anticipates closing the application window on or before December 31, 2026.

Requirements

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Fluency in English and ability to communicate, read, and write as needed to complete duties.
Ability to work for prolonged periods in a cold and wet environment and in temperature-controlled zones ranging from cold to hot.
Mechanical aptitude and ability to maneuver in tight and awkward areas and positions.
Ability to operate equipment at recommended speeds and communicate mechanical and operational defects as they arise.
Flexibility and willingness to work department demands, which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to frequently reach up to 31–77 inches.
Regularly stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, or crawl; reach for and handle objects, tools, or controls; occasionally sit and climb ladders or work on a platform; and regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.
3+ months of experience in dairy, manufacturing, or another related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Closely monitor the dairy production process and adjust equipment as necessary.
Monitor weights, seals, caps, and other packaging items during production.
Troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties.
Reassemble equipment after maintenance, cleaning, and changeovers.
Ensure concentrations are taken with each CIP and monitor flow and temperature.
Perform preventative maintenance, line changeovers, and environmental cleanup.
Closely monitor the palletizing process and program new pallet patterns as new business arises.
Take responsibility for food safety, prerequisite programs, and food quality in the designated area.
Immediately report food safety and food quality issues to management.
Document required information in accordance with SOPs.
Follow Quality Assurance standards and collect samples as needed for testing.
Complete paperwork clearly, legibly, and accurately with all required information.
Follow required safe work practices, including GMP compliance and PPE, confined-space, chemical-handling, and fall-restraint requirements.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Perform other duties as assigned.