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Production Operators Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

Production Operator 3

Pueblo, CO · On-site

$18 - $19/hr

R10099564 Production Operator 3 (Open) Location: Pueblo, CO - East - Filling industrial How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? At Airgas, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace ...

Production Operator 3

Pueblo, CO · On-site

$18 - $19/hr

R10099564 Production Operator 3 (Open) Location: Pueblo, CO - East - Filling industrial How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? At Airgas, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace ...

Production Operator

Pueblo, CO · On-site

$19 - $30/hr

Maintains proper and safe process operations of the operating equipment. * Performs maintenance related activities including welding, fabrication, housekeeping and other labor-intensive activities.

Operators must be flexible and adaptable, as they may be required to rotate job assignments throughout production. In addition, it is the responsibility of the operator to contribute to the ...

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Previous experience operating manufacturing equipment or machinery in a production environment required. * Experience working in a cleanroom or controlled manufacturing environment preferred.

Production Operator Flex

Denver, CO · On-site

$22.40 - $25.20/hr

Experience operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting production equipment to ensure production of a quality product in compliance with Company, Federal and State guidelines. * Familiar with product ...

Experience operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting production equipment to ensure production of a quality product in compliance with Company, Federal and State guidelines. * Familiar with product ...

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How much do production operators jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for production operators in Colorado is $19.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.92 and $20.48 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Production Operators vs Machine Operators?

AspectProduction OperatorsMachine Operators
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; on-the-job trainingHigh school diploma or equivalent; technical certifications may be preferred
Work EnvironmentFactories, manufacturing plants, assembly linesFactories, manufacturing plants, equipment-focused settings
Job FocusOverseeing production processes, quality control, ensuring safetyOperating, monitoring, and maintaining machinery
Common UsageManufacturing, assembly, production linesManufacturing, industrial settings, equipment operation

Production Operators and Machine Operators often work in similar environments within manufacturing plants. While Production Operators focus on overseeing entire production processes and quality, Machine Operators specialize in operating specific machinery. Both roles require similar credentials and are essential for efficient manufacturing operations.

What does a production operator do?

A production operator is responsible for operating manufacturing equipment, monitoring production processes, and ensuring products meet quality standards. They often perform routine maintenance, follow safety protocols, and work in a team environment to meet production targets.

What cities in Colorado are hiring for Production Operators jobs?

Cities in Colorado with the most Production Operators job openings:

Infographic showing various Production Operators job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 7% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $39,806 per year, or $19.1 per hour.

Production Operator

Shamrock Foods Company

Commerce City, CO • On-site

$45K - $63K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Operate automated machinery, including loading materials, changeovers, basic maintenance, and cleaning of equipment.

  • Read production schedules, product labels, and shipping documents to guide production activities.

  • Handle materials throughout the production process, including sorting, staging, transporting, and placing materials in designated areas.


Shamrock Foods rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 50 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

8th of 49 rated food wholesalers


Job description

Starting compensation: $22/hourly  

Shamrock anticipates closing the application window for this job opportunity on or before December 31, 2026   

Work takes place in a fast-paced manufacturing environment that includes both indoor and outdoor tasks, year-round. Role involves operating production machinery and warehouse equipment, following written procedures, basic math and writing skills.

Essential Duties:

  • Operates automated machinery, including the loading of materials, package changeovers, basic maintenance activities, and cleaning of equipment.
  • Reads production schedules, product labels, shipping documents, and others. 
  • Uses valves and pump controls to transfer liquid product from tanks or railcars to production vessels.
  • Handles materials throughout the production process, including sorting, staging, placing, and transporting materials to designated areas.
  • Moves materials and items from receiving or production areas to storage or to other designated areas/pre-assigned dock doors.
  • Sorts and places materials or items on carts, pallets, shelves, racks, or in bins or boxes according to predetermined sequence such as size, stop numbers, type and style as to prevent damage and expedite loading and put away procedures while working closely with others.
  • Marks materials with identifying information.
  • Opens bales, crates, and other containers.
  • Capable of learning Maintenance practices to keep equipment operational.
  • Regular and reliable attendance.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • High School or GED preferred 
  • Production experience or mechanical skills preferred.
  • Forklift (stand-up and sit-down) experience preferred. 
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules/signage and operational procedures. 
  • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
  • Must be able to frequently reach up to 31-77 inches and lift up to 50 pounds. 

Physical Demands:

  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; reach and handle objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and communicate when necessary to complete duties. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to observe surroundings, objects, and labels at both close and far distances. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 100 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and 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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