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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for draw machine operator in Des Moines, IA is $17.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.96 and $18.99 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Draw Machine Operator vs Sheet Metal Worker?

AspectDraw Machine OperatorSheet Metal Worker
CredentialsHigh school diploma, on-the-job trainingHigh school diploma, apprenticeship or technical training
Work EnvironmentFactories, manufacturing plantsConstruction sites, workshops
Industry UsageMetal forming, manufacturingBuilding, fabrication

The Draw Machine Operator primarily focuses on operating machinery to shape metal sheets through drawing processes in manufacturing settings. In contrast, the Sheet Metal Worker fabricates and installs metal components in construction and repair projects. While both roles require knowledge of metalworking and safety procedures, the Draw Machine Operator is more specialized in machine operation, whereas the Sheet Metal Worker emphasizes manual fabrication and installation skills.

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Draw machine operators are in steady demand in manufacturing and metalworking industries, especially where precision and safety are important. Employment opportunities depend on industry growth and automation levels, with skills in machine setup and maintenance being valuable. Job prospects are generally stable in regions with active manufacturing sectors.

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Vat Room Operator - Second Shift

Michael Foods Inc.

Norwalk, IA • On-site

$16 - $19.50/hr

Full-time

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Michael Foods rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 29 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

195th of 440 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

Business Unit Overview
Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact. Join our company and be part of an innovative team that's First in Food.
Location Description
Michael Foods, Inc. located in Norwalk, Iowa is a southern suburb in the Des Moines, Iowa metropolitan area. We are known for knowing our neighbors and enjoying a great quality of life! Our location produces high quality precooked egg patties as well as various French Toast products.
Responsibilities
POSITION SUMMARY:
Position duties include running of computerized process systems, hooking up silos, performing CIP's of silos and equipment, blending and sanitation tasks in a manner that results in the optimum production of quality products while maintaining a safe, sterile and efficient operation.
This position has the responsibility to comply with Safety work rules at all times as well as an obligation to reinforce Safety as a Core Value. Ensures that all policies, procedures and activities, related to Food Safety & Quality, are followed and complied with uniformly, in an effort to reduce product and process variability.
SHIFT DETAILS:
This is a 2nd Shift position (3:30 PM - 1:00 AM), working a rotational schedule of four days on, two days off.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Ability and willingness to assist in other areas of the business as needed.
  • Ability to operate the HTST processing system, CIP system and records all time, temperature, pressure, and flow rates as required by the company. Detects and reports or acts upon any system abnormality to reduce the risk of and damage to the system or product.
  • Understanding of how a processing system operates and how sanitation, bacterial control, and sterilization are related to it in the process as well as work area to achieve the high-quality standards set by the company.
  • Ability to troubleshoot equipment issues and perform minor maintenance repairs.
  • Coordinated with the packaging lead person the status of the system to allow timely hook up and startup of the production line.
  • Clean silos, mix room, totes, pumps, UHT press, hooking up all CIP lines necessary.
  • Monitor and troubleshoot CIP systems to ensure they are operating properly. Check the chemical concentration to make sure that the concentration is in line to clean all equipment satisfying the company and USDA standards.
  • Monitors the chemical usage in the chemical rooms making sure all drums have chemical in them and operating correctly to meet the correct PPM for each chemical cycle set by the company.
  • Prepare written reports and maintain assigned logs, records, and other documentation required by the company and USDA.
  • Have complete knowledge of mix room and equipment. Blend mixed products using outlined mix procedures.
  • Fosters open communications and a good attitude toward work and fellow employees.
  • Maintains regular and consistent attendance.
  • Assume personal responsibility to ensure a safe and healthy workplace for everyone. Adhere to all safety policies and procedures and incorporate safety and health in all jobs and tasks.
  • Adhere to Quality work practices, follow all GMP's, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained. Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety and quality.
  • Ensure regulatory compliance at all times.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
  • Must have the ability to work in high and confined spaces while following safety procedures.
  • Must be able to work overtime and/or weekends when required

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent.
  • Three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
  • Ability to speak effectively before groups, customers/vendors or employees of the organization.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
  • Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
  • Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
  • Ability to prioritize and follow directions with little/no supervision.
  • Must have ability to do multi-functional tasks. Must be able to work overtime and/or weekends when required.
  • Bilingual (Spanish-English) is a plus.

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About Michael Foods

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While our Michael Foods name has only been around since 1987, our true origins date all the way back to 1908 on a small family farm in New England. Over the past century, our capabilities have grown into innovative food offerings that reduce food safety risk, naturally extended shelf life and simplify food preparation and processing for foodservice kitchens and food manufacturers alike. Today, Michael Foods is a multi-billion-dollar supplier of foodservice, food ingredient and retail offerings that specializes in value-added eggs, and refrigerated potatoes. What’s our secret recipe? Great people, make real great food. Not only in our farms, facilities and offices across the country, but in the communities where we live and work. Explore more about who we are and how we strive to be First in Food for you by clicking below.

Industry

Food and drink manufacturing

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Minnetonka, MN, US

Year founded

1908

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