Dairy Plant Machine Operator - Night Shift

Shamrock Foods Company; Commerce City (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Shamrock Foods Company in Colorado is seeking a production worker for the Dairy Plant. You will run and maintain equipment such as sleevers, case packers, depalletizers, wrappers and related machinery to support daily production goals.

The role requires standing in cold environments, following GMPs and PPE protocols, and reporting any quality issues. Evening and weekend shifts may be required, with a $1.50 per hour night differential and base pay of $23.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 3+ months experience in dairy, manufacturing or related fields preferred.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations.
• Fluency in English for written and verbal communication.
• Willing to work in cold and wet environments and temperature-controlled zones.
• Demonstrates mechanical aptitude and ability to maneuver in tight spaces.
• Ability to operate equipment at recommended speeds and report defects.
• Willing to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Regularly lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Closely monitor the dairy production process and adjust equipment as necessary.
• Monitor weights, seals, caps, and other packaging items in the process.
• Troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties.
• Reassemble equipment after maintenance, clean up, and changeovers.
• Ensure CIP, monitor flow and temperature.
• Perform preventative maintenance, line changeovers, and environmental cleanup.
• Closely monitor the palletizing process.
• Program new pallet patterns as new business arises.
• Responsible for food safety, prerequisite programs and food quality in the designated area.
• Report food safety and quality issues to management.
• Document required information per SOPs.
• Follow QA standards and collect samples for QA testing.
• Ensure all paperwork is completed clearly and accurately.
• Follow all required work safe practices and PPE guidelines.
• Maintain regular attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Fluent English

Basic math

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Shamrock Foods Company in Colorado is seeking a production worker for the Dairy Plant. You will run and maintain equipment such as sleevers, case packers, depalletizers, wrappers and related machinery to support daily production goals.

The role requires standing in cold environments, following GMPs and PPE protocols, and reporting any quality issues. Evening and weekend shifts may be required, with a $1.50 per hour night differential and base pay of $23.00 per hour.