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Cold Room Order Selector - Nights

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$16.25 - $18.50/hr

A privately-held, family-owned and -operated Forbes 500 company, Shamrock is an innovator in the food industry and has been since being founded in Arizona in 1922. Our Mission At Shamrock Foods ...

Cold Room Order Selector - Days

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$16.25 - $18.50/hr

A privately-held, family-owned and -operated Forbes 500 company, Shamrock is an innovator in the food industry and has been since being founded in Arizona in 1922. Our Mission At Shamrock Foods ...

Onion Shed Forklift Operator

Hollister, CA · On-site

$18 - $21.25/hr

Onion Shed Forklift Operator The Onion Shed Forklift Operator consolidates products on sales orders ... Organize and rotate cold room inventory to ensure first-in, first-out (FIFO) shipping. * Maintain a ...

The Onion Shed Forklift Operator consolidates products on sales orders, warehouses, and rotates all ... Organize and rotate cold room inventory to ensure first-in, first-out (FIFO) shipping. * Maintain a ...

Onion Shed Forklift Operator

Hollister, CA · On-site

$18 - $21.25/hr

The Onion Shed Forklift Operator consolidates products on sales orders, warehouses, and rotates all ... Organize and rotate cold room inventory to ensure first-in, first-out (FIFO) shipping. * Maintain a ...

Onion Shed Forklift Operator

Hollister, CA

$17.75 - $20.75/hr

The Onion Shed Forklift Operator consolidates products on sales orders, warehouses, and rotates all ... Organize and rotate cold room inventory to ensure first-in, first-out (FIFO) shipping. * Maintain a ...

Operate manufacturing equipment, including Block Room Operator equipment. * Record and report ... Exposure to industrial conditions including noise, dust, heat, or cold. * No routine lifting over ...

... cold room Desired Education/Experience Must be a high school graduate or hold a GED Knowledge and Skill Requirement Our Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal ...

HVAC MECHANIC (Full-Time w/ Benefits)

Pensacola, FL · On-site

$23 - $31.25/hr

... boxes, cold storage and cold room equipment, freezers, water coolers, dehumidifiers, air ... Hoist holders and pulleys are operated when removing units such as large compressors, condensers ...

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How much do cold room operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for cold room operator in the United States is $13.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $13.46 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a cold room operator?

A Cold Room Operator is a professional responsible for managing and operating cold storage facilities where perishable goods are kept at controlled temperatures. They monitor and maintain temperature levels, oversee inventory, ensure proper storage practices, and follow safety and hygiene regulations. Cold Room Operators play a critical role in food safety, logistics, and supply chain operations by preventing spoilage and ensuring product quality. Their job may also involve routine maintenance of refrigeration equipment and documenting storage conditions.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a cold room operator?

To thrive as a Cold Room Operator, you need a solid understanding of refrigeration systems, inventory management, and basic safety protocols, often supported by a high school diploma or relevant experience. Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS), temperature monitoring tools, and possibly forklift certification is typically required. Attention to detail, reliability, and effective teamwork are crucial soft skills for excelling in this role. These skills ensure safe and efficient handling of perishable goods, minimizing spoilage and maintaining compliance with safety standards.

What are common challenges faced by cold room operators, and how can they be managed?

Cold Room Operators often encounter challenges such as maintaining consistent temperature control, ensuring proper inventory rotation, and adhering to strict safety protocols in low-temperature environments. Managing these challenges involves regular monitoring of refrigeration systems, using appropriate personal protective equipment, and following standardized operating procedures for handling perishable goods. Effective communication with team members and routine equipment maintenance also play a key role in preventing issues and ensuring smooth operations.

What is the difference between Cold Room Operator vs Refrigeration Technician?

AspectCold Room OperatorRefrigeration Technician
CredentialsBasic safety and equipment operation certificationsTechnical certifications in refrigeration systems
Work EnvironmentCold storage facilities, warehousesRefrigeration units, industrial settings
Industry UsageFood storage, pharmaceuticals, logisticsHVAC, industrial refrigeration, maintenance

Cold Room Operators primarily focus on operating and monitoring cold storage environments, ensuring temperature control and safety. Refrigeration Technicians have a broader technical role, repairing and maintaining refrigeration systems. While both roles require safety certifications and work in similar environments, Refrigeration Technicians possess more technical skills for system repairs. The roles often overlap in industries like food and pharmaceuticals, but their responsibilities differ in scope and technical complexity.

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Infographic showing various Cold Room Operator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $28,000 per year, or $13.5 per hour.

Cold Room Order Selector - Days

Phoenix, AZ

Shamrock Foods Company
Food Services and Drinking Places • 5 - 10K employees

$16.25 - $18.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago


Shamrock Foods rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 50 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

7th of 49 rated food wholesalers


Job description

Receives, stores, and distributes material, tools, equipment, and products within establishments by performing the following duties.

Follow all required work safe practices. This would include compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices, wearing of all required PPE in designated areas, confined space safety, safe chemical handling, fall restraints, etc.

Essential Duties:

  • Reads production schedule, customer order, work order, shipping order, or requisition to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
  • Conveys materials and items from receiving or production areas to storage or to other designated areas.
  • Sorts and places materials or items on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequence such as size, type, style, color, or product code.
  • Sorts and stores perishable goods in refrigerated rooms.
  • Fills requisitions, work orders, or requests for materials, tools, or other stock items and distributes items to production workers or assembly line.
  • Assembles customer orders from stock and places orders on pallets or shelves, or conveys orders to packing station or shipping department.
  • Marks materials with identifying information.
  • Opens bales, crates, and other containers.
  • Records amounts of materials or items received or distributed.
  • Weighs or counts items for distribution within plant to ensure conformance to company standards.
  • Arranges stock parts in specified sequence for assembly by other workers.
  • Uses computer to enter records.
  • Compiles worksheets or tickets from customer specifications.
  • Drives vehicle to transport stored items from warehouse to plant or to pick up items from several locations for shipment.
  • Completes requisition forms to order supplies from other plant departments.
  • Prepares parcels for mailing.
  • Maintains inventory records.
  • Regular and reliable attendance.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED preferred; or up to one-month related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Ability to read a limited number of two- and three-syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers. 
  • Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions. Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.
  • Must be willing to work nights, weekends and holidays.

Physical Demands: 

  • Regularly stand and walk
  • Ability to communicate when necessary to complete duties
  • Ability to reach and handle objects, tools, or controls.
  • Occasionally climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
  • Regularly lift and /or move up to 100 pounds
  • Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
  • Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Corporate Summary

At Shamrock Foods Company, people come first – our associates, our customers, and the families we serve across the nation. A privately-held, family-owned and -operated Forbes 500 company, Shamrock is an innovator in the food industry and has been since being founded in Arizona in 1922.

Our Mission

At Shamrock Foods Company, we live by our founding family’s motto to “treat associates like family and customers like friends.”

Why work for us?

Benefits are a major part of your overall compensation, and we believe offering them at an affordable cost is not only the right thing to do, but it helps keep you and your family healthy.  That’s why Shamrock Foods pays for the majority of your health insurance, allowing you to take home more of your paycheck.  And it doesn’t stop there - our associates also enjoy additional benefits such as 401(k) Savings Plan, Profit Sharing, Paid Time Off, as well as our incredible growth opportunities, continued education and wellness programs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Shamrock Foods Co all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other basis protected by applicable law.


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