Production Operator Jobs in Colorado
Production Operator jobs in Colorado are in steady demand, concentrated in aerospace and defense manufacturing, food and beverage production, and semiconductor fabrication, with openings at every level from entry-line operator to senior process technician. The strongest hiring activity is in Denver, Colorado Springs, and Pueblo, where employers like Lockheed Martin, Ball Corporation, and Molson Coors maintain large Colorado production facilities. The most sought-after specialties include precision manufacturing, automated line operations, and quality control within regulated production environments. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Position Overview:
Solid Power is seeking a 1st Shift Production Operator to join our talented team working to revolutionize the battery industry through the development of next-generation, all solid-state rechargeable batteries. Solid Power is a dynamic, fast-paced, collaborative team environment. This position will work closely with production operators, technicians, and engineers to help set up, operate, and manage equipment used in electrode fabrication and battery cell assembly operations.
Job Duties:
- Operate automated and semi-automated machinery.
- Follow detailed instructions, standard operating procedures, and work instructions.
- Setup, operate, and maintain specialized production equipment including calenders, stamping dies, ultrasonic welders, and other industry specific automated equipment.
- Follow all safety guidelines and work safely with hazardous materials. Maintain workspace cleanliness in highly trafficked workspaces. Follow appropriate 5S practices.
- Utilize a methodical approach to problem solving, both independently and as a team, to recognize and implement solutions during production runs and through the manufacturing process.
- Ensure product quality specifications are appropriately evaluated and maintained throughout production.
- Complete and verify production documentation is filled out completely and accurately.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area by following 5S standards.
- Participate in 5S activities, audits, and continuous improvement efforts to maintain workplace organization and efficiency.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- 3+ years' experience in a lab or manufacturing environment. (Dry-room/Clean-room experience is a plus)
- Hands-on experience working with hazardous materials, dry powder processes, and wet chemical/slurry and solvent-based operations.
- Rapid learner with attention to detail who thrives in a fast-paced start-up environment.
- Preference for experience operating and maintaining semi-automated machinery.
- Experience using PLC controlled robotics a plus.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Experience with Microsoft software (Excel, Teams, Outlook etc.) is preferred.
- Availability to work 1st shift 5:30 am to 4:00 pm Tuesday – Friday
Physical Requirements
- Most working hours will be spent on the production floor.
- Ability to lift 50lbs daily.
- Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as necessary including, but not limited to safety shoes, eye protection, hair net, gloves, face mask, coveralls, full-face respirator or PAPR.
Hourly Range: $24.00-$30.00/hour
Benefits: Solid Power offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical/dental/vision insurance, employer paid Life/AD&D/STD/LTD insurance, 401k with company match, paid holidays, generous PTO, up to six (6) weeks paid FMLA leave, cell phone reimbursement and eligibility to participate in our equity plan.
Company may delay commencement of employment, rescind an offer of employment, terminate employment, and/or may modify job responsibilities, compensation, benefits, and/or access to Company facilities and information systems, as Company deems appropriate, in order to ensure compliance with applicable government access control restrictions.
This position will be posted for a minimum of 7 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.
All offers of employment at Solid Power are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check.
The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
Please no soliciting from staffing agencies. Thank you!
#LI-Onsite
#-RM1
Position Overview:
Solid Power is seeking a 1st Shift Production Operator to join our talented team working to revolutionize the battery industry through the development of next-generation, all solid-state rechargeable batteries. Solid Power is a dynamic, fast-paced, collaborative team environment. This position will work closely with production operators, technicians, and engineers to help set up, operate, and manage equipment used in electrode fabrication and battery cell assembly operations.
Job Duties:
- Operate automated and semi-automated machinery.
- Follow detailed instructions, standard operating procedures, and work instructions.
- Setup, operate, and maintain specialized production equipment including calenders, stamping dies, ultrasonic welders, and other industry specific automated equipment.
- Follow all safety guidelines and work safely with hazardous materials. Maintain workspace cleanliness in highly trafficked workspaces. Follow appropriate 5S practices.
- Utilize a methodical approach to problem solving, both independently and as a team, to recognize and implement solutions during production runs and through the manufacturing process.
- Ensure product quality specifications are appropriately evaluated and maintained throughout production.
- Complete and verify production documentation is filled out completely and accurately.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area by following 5S standards.
- Participate in 5S activities, audits, and continuous improvement efforts to maintain workplace organization and efficiency.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- 3+ years' experience in a lab or manufacturing environment. (Dry-room/Clean-room experience is a plus)
- Hands-on experience working with hazardous materials, dry powder processes, and wet chemical/slurry and solvent-based operations.
- Rapid learner with attention to detail who thrives in a fast-paced start-up environment.
- Preference for experience operating and maintaining semi-automated machinery.
- Experience using PLC controlled robotics a plus.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Experience with Microsoft software (Excel, Teams, Outlook etc.) is preferred.
- Availability to work 1st shift 5:30 am to 4:00 pm Tuesday – Friday
Physical Requirements
- Most working hours will be spent on the production floor.
- Ability to lift 50lbs daily.
- Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as necessary including, but not limited to safety shoes, eye protection, hair net, gloves, face mask, coveralls, full-face respirator or PAPR.
Hourly Range: $24.00-$30.00/hour
Benefits: Solid Power offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical/dental/vision insurance, employer paid Life/AD&D/STD/LTD insurance, 401k with company match, paid holidays, generous PTO, up to six (6) weeks paid FMLA leave, cell phone reimbursement and eligibility to participate in our equity plan.
Company may delay commencement of employment, rescind an offer of employment, terminate employment, and/or may modify job responsibilities, compensation, benefits, and/or access to Company facilities and information systems, as Company deems appropriate, in order to ensure compliance with applicable government access control restrictions.
This position will be posted for a minimum of 7 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.
All offers of employment at Solid Power are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check.
The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
Please no soliciting from staffing agencies. Thank you!
#LI-Onsite
#-RM1
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The qualifications that appear most often in production operator jobs across Colorado.
- High school diploma or GED required by most Colorado production facilities
- Prior experience operating automated manufacturing or assembly line equipment
- Ability to read and follow standard operating procedures and work instructions
- Familiarity with quality control processes such as GMP, ISO, or Six Sigma basics
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds
- Forklift certification or willingness to obtain certification within 90 days of hire
Production Operator Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a production operator in Colorado?
Most Colorado production operator roles require a high school diploma or GED plus hands-on manufacturing experience, which many candidates build through vocational programs at community colleges like Pueblo Community College or Emily Griffith Technical College in Denver. Regulated industries such as food processing may require food handler certification, while aerospace employers often require the ability to pass a background check for facility access. Completing a manufacturing technology certificate strengthens candidacy significantly.
Which companies hire production operators in Colorado?
Companies currently hiring production operators in Colorado include Vestis, CoorsTek, and Cintas, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Colorado's mix of aerospace, defense, food and beverage, and semiconductor manufacturing means production operator demand is distributed across both large industrial campuses and specialized mid-size facilities throughout the Front Range.
Which Colorado cities have the most production operator jobs?
The cities with the most production operator openings in Colorado are Denver, Golden, and Aurora. Denver anchors the market through its concentration of aerospace, food manufacturing, and consumer goods plants, while Colorado Springs draws demand from defense contractors and electronics manufacturers, and Pueblo's longstanding steel and industrial base continues to generate consistent production operator openings.
Are there remote production operator jobs in Colorado?
Yes, but they're rare. Production operator work is fundamentally hands-on and tied to physical equipment on a plant floor, so most roles require full on-site presence. About 0% of production operator openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those are almost always in process monitoring, quality documentation, or production coordination functions rather than direct line operations.
How can I get hired as a production operator in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to production associate or line technician roles at large Front Range manufacturers that run structured onboarding programs, such as food and beverage plants in the Denver metro or Ball Corporation's packaging facilities. Emily Griffith Technical College and Arapahoe Community College offer short manufacturing technology certificates that signal readiness to Colorado employers. Moving laterally from warehouse, logistics, or quality inspection roles is a common way candidates without direct production experience get their first operator position.
Where can I find and apply to production operator jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to production operator jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings updated regularly. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, location, and availability, then apply directly to the ones that fit. No profile creation is required to search and apply.
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