Find & Apply For Manufacturing Machine Operator Jobs in San Diego, California

• URGENT HIRING!!!
• MACHINE OPERATORS REQUIRED IN MIRA MESA
• $20.75/hr - Mira Mesa - 1st Shift
• Job Summary
• We are seeking a detail-oriented
• Machine Operator
• to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you will set up and operate saw equipment, perform dimensional inspections, and ensure materials are processed accurately to specification. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with machine operation experience who enjoy hands-on work in a fast-paced production environment.
• Key Responsibilities
• + Operate band saws and cutting equipment to process metal rods and components.

+ Load materials and perform machine setup following safety and quality procedures.

+ Conduct dimensional inspections using calipers and measurement tools.

+ Read and interpret manufacturing drawings and blueprints.

+ Record measurements and inspection results accurately.

+ Perform manual production tasks and support daily manufacturing operations.

+ Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work environment.

• Qualifications
• + High School Diploma or equivalent.

+ Experience operating saws, band saws, or similar manufacturing equipment.

+ Minimum 1 year of experience using calipers for dimensional inspection.

+ Ability to read basic manufacturing drawings and blueprints.

+ Strong attention to detail and basic math skills.

+ Experience in a production or manufacturing environment preferred.

+ Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles is a plus.

• Why Join Us?
• + Hands-on role with industry-leading manufacturing equipment. + Opportunity to develop technical and machine operation skills. + Team-oriented environment focused on quality, safety, and continuous improvement. ?
• _If you take pride in precision, quality, and hands-on manufacturing, join our team and help build products that make a difference every day_
• Job Type & Location
• This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Diego, CA.
• Pay and Benefits
• The pay range for this position is $20.

75 - $20.75/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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

• Workplace Type
• This is a fully onsite position in San Diego,CA.
• Application Deadline
• This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 2026.
• About Aerotek
• 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.