Machine Operator

Job Title: Honing Machine Operator

Job Description

The Honing Machine Operator sets up and operates honing equipment to finish machined parts according to work orders, blueprints, and specifications. This role interprets technical documentation, loads and adjusts machine programs, monitors machining conditions, and performs quality checks to ensure all parts meet required standards while maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work area.

Responsibilities

• Hone machined parts in accordance with work orders, blueprints, sketches, and specifications.
• Interpret job instructions, including tool lists, job routing, part drawings, and quality instructions, to determine machining requirements.
• Select and set up work holding devices, tools, and fixtures needed for honing and related machining operations.
• Load programs into machine controls and adjust settings as necessary to meet part specifications.
• Monitor and ensure proper lubrication and cooling of work pieces during machining operations.
• Execute machining programs, assist with measurements, and make necessary adjustments to achieve final part dimensions and finish.
• Assist in inspecting first-run pieces and subsequent pieces to verify conformance to dimensional and quality specifications.
• Perform inspection and quality checks using appropriate measuring tools and gauges, including bore gauges.
• Maintain accurate records related to production, quality checks, and equipment status as required.
• Monitor equipment functionality and report any issues or irregularities to appropriate personnel.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work area in accordance with 5S standards.
• Follow all established safety protocols and procedures while operating machinery and handling tools.
• Work effectively within a manufacturing environment and collaborate with team members to meet production and quality goals.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience operating machines in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints and part drawings.
• Basic understanding of CNC lathe and mill machine controls.
• Proficiency in interpreting work orders, job routing, and technical documents.
• Familiarity with basic shop math for measurements and adjustments.
• Competency in using bore gauges and other inspection and measuring tools.
• Ability to perform inspection and quality checks to ensure conformance to specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and established safety protocols.
• Capability to maintain a clean and organized work area following 5S principles.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with honing machines or vertical honing equipment.
• Background in inspection and quality control within a machining or manufacturing setting.
• Comfort working with hand tools and standard shop equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot minor machine or process issues and make appropriate adjustments.
• Strong record-keeping habits related to production and quality documentation.
• Willingness to work second shift and adapt to production priorities.

Why Work Here?

Join a stable manufacturing environment where safety, quality, and continuous improvement are core values. You will work with established processes, clear work instructions, and supportive teammates who prioritize collaboration and reliability. The role offers a contract-to-hire path, giving you the opportunity to demonstrate your skills over time and grow into a long-term position with consistent hours and a structured schedule.

Work Environment

This position is based in a standard machine shop environment on the second shift, Monday through Friday, from 3:00 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. You will work around CNC lathes, mills, honing machines, and related shop equipment, using hand tools, measuring tools, and inspection devices such as bore gauges. The setting involves typical manufacturing conditions, including machine noise and the need to follow strict safety and housekeeping standards, including 5S practices, to keep the work area clean, organized, and efficient.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rancho Cucamonga, CA.

The pay range for this position is $22.50 - $25.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Rancho Cucamonga,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on May 4, 2026.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.