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Machine Operator 3rd Shift

$19 - $21 per hour

AppleOne

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a CNC/Machine Operator 3rd Shift for a temp-to-hire opportunity in San Marcos, CA. This role supports a machine shop that uses CNC-controlled laser equipment to produce precision parts for the electronics industry.

This is a strong opportunity for a hands-on manufacturing professional with 1+ years of machining, CNC, or machine operation experience who wants to continue building technical skills in a stable production environment. The role offers training and guidance under experienced supervisors and machinists, with opportunities to grow in CNC operation, laser cutting, inspection, deburring, and basic machine troubleshooting.

Candidates who enjoy precision work, teamwork, and a clean, organized shop environment will be a strong fit. This position is ideal for someone who takes pride in producing quality parts, following specifications, and contributing to a reliable production team on third shift.

Key Responsibilities

- Operate CNC-controlled laser equipment and other CNC machines such as lathes or milling machines to produce quality parts.
- Load parts, operate machine controls, set offsets, make simple edits, prove tapes, and support production setup activities.
- Read and interpret drawings, specifications, manuals, and sample parts to determine dimensions, tolerances, and machining requirements.
- Inspect finished parts for conformance to quality standards and perform deburring as needed.
- Identify machine malfunctions or out-of-tolerance conditions and make adjustments within assigned capabilities.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area while performing basic preventative maintenance on equipment.

Compensation and Benefits

- Pay range: $19 to $21 per hour DOE plus a $0.50 third-shift differential.
- Job type: Temp-to-hire.
- Schedule: Third shift, Monday at midnight through Saturday at 8:00 AM.
- Location: San Marcos, CA.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans

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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, the Company is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.

AppleOne participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program.

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We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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This company offers growth and a great group of people to work with.

Company Description

This company offers growth and a great group of people to work with.

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