Machine Operator Jobs in Colorado

A Machine Operator in the manufacturing industry is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining complex machinery. Their tasks often include checking equipment for proper functioning, performing basic maintenance, ensuring the quality of production outputs, and troubleshooting machines if they break down or malfunction. They also report any issues to the supervisors and work closely with other team members to meet production goals. They may also be tasked with reading blueprints, sketches, or machine parts to determine machining operations.

A prospective Machine Operator should possess technical skills, a strong understanding of machines and tools, and good attention to detail. They should also have the physical stamina to stand for long periods and lift heavy items. Certifications such as a CNC (Computer Numerical Control) Operator certification may be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Machine Operator, an individual might have roles like a Production Worker, Assembly Line Worker, or a Machine Operator Assistant, where they would gain valuable hands-on experience in a manufacturing setting.

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Machine Operator

  • Denver, CO
  • 9 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 9 days ago

Fabrication Technician II – Advanced Fabrication Projects Join our team as a skilled Fabrication Technician, where craftsmanship, precision, and safety are key. You’ll take ownership of your work...

Assembler

  • Henderson, CO
  • 22 hours ago
  • Henderson, CO
  • 22 hours ago

Now Hiring: Assemblers | Henderson, CO Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and be part of something big? We're looking for a dedicated Assembler to join our team and take charge of the final...

Production Operator

  • Longmont, CO
  • 22 hours ago
  • Longmont, CO
  • 22 hours ago

Join Our Team as a Production Operator - Direct Hire Opportunity! Are you ready to take the next step in your career with a company that values hard work, dedication, and growth? We're looking for...

Heavy Equipment Operator - Join Now

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 23 hours ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 23 hours ago

un Heavy Equipment Operator - Join Now compensation: To be discussed. WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH Operate various heavy equipment in order to loads trucks, feeds bins with various aggregate materials,...

Assembler

  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago

Company History: Fathom is one of the largest digital manufacturing platforms offering on-demand manufacturing in North America. With more than 90 large-platform industrial-grade 3D printing...

Experienced Equipment Operator (Keystone, CO, US)

  • Keystone, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Keystone, CO
  • 1 day ago

Create Your Experience of a Lifetime! Come work and play in the mountains! Whether it's your first-time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or...

Tempering Furnace Operator

  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago

Position: Tempering Furnace Operator Location: 4005 S Clay St, Englewood, CO 80110 Schedule: Monday through Friday - Full-Time, 40/hours Pay: $20.00/hour (Depending on Experience) with 90 Day...

Machine Operator I - Nights

  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago

What Does It Take to be a Machine Operator at Dawn Foods? Below are the minimum qualifications to be a fit for this job....

Machine Operator I - Night Shift

  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago

What will you do as a Machine Operator I at Dawn Foods?...

DoD Skillbridge - Lead Machinist - Weekend Shift

  • Berthoud, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Berthoud, CO
  • 1 day ago

Ursa Major was founded to address a critical shortfall in the U.S. industrial base and bring a new model to aerospace and defense systems: we design and manufacture the world's leading propulsion...

DoD Skillbridge - Machinist II - Weekend Shift

  • Berthoud, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Berthoud, CO
  • 1 day ago

Ursa Major was founded to address a critical shortfall in the U.S. industrial base and bring a new model to aerospace and defense systems: we design and manufacture the world's leading propulsion...

Package Machine Operator

  • Sterling, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Sterling, CO
  • 1 day ago

Package Machine Operator Department: Packaging Operations Employment Type: Full Time Location: Sterling, CO Compensation: $17.00 - $19.50 / hour Description There's a reason Trinidad Benham is recognized...

Machine Operator

  • Aurora, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Aurora, CO
  • 1 day ago

What You'll Do: Responsible for inspecting Reusable Plastic Containers (RPCs) for quality and remove any waste material, stickers, tags, damaged RPCs, and non-Tosca RPCs from the production line in...

Manufacturing Assistant (Sun-Wed)

  • Boulder, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Boulder, CO
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary: The Manufacturing Assistant position is designed as an introduction to the industry of cGMP manufacturing. This position performs all routine/non-routine cleanings and maintains...

Production Operator-Milk Processor

  • Englewood, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Englewood, CO
  • 1 day ago

Meadow Gold Dairy has immediate job openings for well-versed Milk Processor Operator to perform an array of functions including maintaining, breaking down and setting up equipment and machinery,...

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Salary for Machine Operator Jobs in Colorado

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Machine Operator positions.



Highest Education Level

Machine Operators in Colorado offer the following education background
High School or GED
41.8%
Bachelor's Degree
18.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.8%
Associate's Degree
12.8%
Master's Degree
6.2%
Some College
2.2%
Some High School
1.3%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Machine Operators in Colorado
None
41.5%
Less than 1 year
22.5%
2-4 years
21.2%
4-6 years
7.6%
1-2 years
7.2%



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