Machine Operator I

Job Description

Job Description

Assembler / Disassembler

Job Description

• Join our team as a Manufacturing Skill Operator, where you will be responsible for the detailed inspection, setup, and teardown of critical customer equipment in line with our quality procedures.
• This role operates on the 1st shift from Monday to Friday, 6:00 am to 2:30 pm.

Responsibilities

• Work under the direction of the Manufacturing & Test Manager and collaborate with Test Technicians to perform inspection, setup, and teardown of critical customer equipment to ensure standards are met.
• Perform workflow scheduling and administrative tasks as needed.
• Ensure equipment is properly set up, inspected, and operational.
• Perform inspection, setup, and teardown to ensure the availability, quality, efficiency, and effectiveness of the equipment.
• Assist Test Technicians on day-to-day tasks.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Be flexible with other duties as needed.

Essential Skills

• High School Degree/GED or equivalent required.
• Experience with torque tools, basic hand tools, and schematics.
• Ability to effectively communicate both written and oral in English.
• Proficiency in using basic electronic test and measurement equipment, such as DVMs.
• Good color vision for identifying color-coded wiring and cables.
• Team player mentality.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Basic warehouse experience.
• Sit-down forklift experience preferred.
• Experience in shipping and inventory management.

Work Environment

• The position requires the use of a wide range of manual and pneumatic hand tools, as well as simple test equipment.
• You will be working in a non-climate-controlled warehouse environment, with exposure to dust and limited fumes and odors.
• The role involves physical activities such as lifting, carrying, bending, and standing for extended periods, and occasionally handling hazardous and non-hazardous waste.
• You must be able to work 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with the possibility of overtime during the week and on Saturdays on short notice. Compliance with factory regulations and safety rules is mandatory.

Why Work Here?

• We offer a dynamic work environment that values teamwork and continuous improvement.
• You'll have the opportunity to work with diverse teams and enhance your skills in a supportive setting.
• Our commitment to safety and quality ensures that you'll be part of a forward-thinking organization that prioritizes employee well-being.

To discuss your fit for the role and the next steps in our hiring process, I'd like to invite you to schedule a virtual interview with me this week. You have the flexibility to choose a time slot that works best for you within my available hours. To schedule our interview, please fill out the information within this email and select a time that suits your schedule. Please note this meeting is on Microsoft Teams so download the application prior to the meeting or you can join on the web with meeting ID.

I'm looking forward to our conversation!

This is a Contract position based out of Costa Mesa, CA.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.50/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Costa Mesa,CA.

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

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.