Machine Operator - 1st Shift - Otay Mesa

• Machine Operator
• 1st Shift & 2nd Shift
• Otay Location
• $18/hr
• 20/hr
• Job Description
• The Manufacturing Associate supports production by trimming excess rubber, inspecting parts for defects, applying glue to specific areas, and assisting with molding operations. This role works with small parts and hand tools in a clean, safe, and organized manufacturing environment, helping ensure that all products meet quality and performance standards.
• Responsibilities
• + Trim excess rubber from parts to meet quality and dimensional standards.

+ Carefully inspect parts for defects and ensure only acceptable components move forward in the process. + Apply glue to grooves and other specified areas of parts using small brushes with precision and consistency. + Assist with molding operations, including preparing materials and handling molded parts. + Work with small parts and hand tools to complete production tasks accurately. + Operate machinery safely and according to established procedures and guidelines. + Maintain a clean and organized work area to support a safe and efficient production flow. + Follow written and verbal work instructions and adhere to all quality and safety standards. + Collaborate with team members across different production areas such as molding, bonding, and warehouse as needed. + Stand or sit for extended periods while performing repetitive tasks with consistent attention to detail.

• Essential Skills
• + Approximately 6 months of manufacturing experience preferred.

+ Strong attention to detail when working with small parts and repetitive tasks. + Ability to operate machinery safely following established procedures. + Comfort working with small parts and hand tools in a production setting. + Ability to stand or sit for long periods of time while maintaining focus and productivity. + Capability to follow detailed instructions and quality standards consistently.

• Additional Skills & Qualifications
• + Experience in general labor, general production, or similar roles. + Familiarity with molding processes or rubber manufacturing is a plus. + Experience working in a machine shop, bonding, or warehouse environment is beneficial. + Ability to work effectively as part of a production team in a fast-paced environment.
• Why Work Here?
• You will join a stable, safety-focused manufacturing operation that values clean, well-organized work areas and structured production processes.

The facility offers experience across multiple areas, including machine shop, molding, bonding, and warehouse, giving you the opportunity to build and broaden your skills. You will work alongside a dedicated team across several shifts in an environment that emphasizes quality, reliability, and consistent production standards.

• Work Environment
• The role is based in a large, open manufacturing facility that produces rubber seals, primarily for aerospace applications.

The site includes a machine shop, molding areas, bonding areas with machine presses, and warehouse spaces. The environment is described as very safe and clean, with established processes and clear work areas. Multiple shifts operate at this location, including a larger first shift, a mid-sized second shift, and a smaller third shift. Work involves standing or sitting for extended periods, handling small parts, using hand tools, and operating machinery while following all safety guidelines.

• 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 $18.00
• $20.00/hr. 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 & 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)
• Workplace Type
• This is a fully onsite position in San Diego,CA.
• Application Deadline
• This position is anticipated to close on May 17, 2026.

• About Aerotek:

• 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.