Production Operator

Hiring Machine Operators/Production Workers

2nd and 3rd Shift In Oceanside, CA

$20-$23 (Open To Training)

Job Description

The machine operator will be supporting manufacturing operations will be making elements. This position requires operating rolling tables, trimming machines, and finishing tools while ensuring products meet safety, quality, and productivity standards in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate various element machines.
• Load and unload materials safely and efficiently.
• Inspect incoming and in‑process materials for defects or damage.
• Record production data, inspections, and process checks accurately.
• Verify glue application for accuracy, consistency, and diameter per manufacturing standards.
• Perform manual trimming to remove excess material and expose serial numbers.
• Conduct detailed visual inspections to identify damage, defects, or quality issues.
• Load and unload products from manufacturing transport equipment.
• Document serial numbers, defects, scrap, and rejects in production logs.
• Notify Production Lead or Supervisor of recurring or increased defect trends.
• Support rework, cleanup, and other production activities as needed.
• Conduct leak testing and dimensional inspections to ensure product quality.
• Inspect products for cosmetic and functional defects using calibrated measuring tools.

Essential Skills

• Knowledge of tools.
• Commitment to safety compliance in a manufacturing environment.
• Able to work as a team.

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

The pay range for this position is $20.67 - $23.15/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 Oceanside,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on May 8, 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.