Production Operator

Company: Aerotek
Location: Huntington Beach
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Production Machine Operator 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts available! What You’ll Do As a Production Operator, you will be trained to run a variety of extrusion equipment while ensuring smooth and safe production operations. Key Responsibilities: Operate and inspect extrusion equipment, ensuring all controls function safely. Pull materials from inventory and report damaged or missing items. Set up machines according to production orders and technical drawings. Monitor product quality and adjust machinery as needed. Label and pack finished materials following work order instructions. Retrieve samples for quality assurance checks. Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with OSHA standards. Report safety concerns or potential hazards to leadership. Wear necessary PPE, including a respirator during machine setup. What You’ll Bring Essential Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. 2 years of experience in heavy labor, machine operation, construction, or carpentry. Strong attendance record and work ethic. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Team-player mindset with attention to detail. Preferred Skills: Mechanical aptitude and basic power tool skills. Ability to learn quickly and follow procedures with patience. Basic proficiency using Microsoft Office. Ability to lift 50 lbs occasionally. Stable work history (good job tenure is a plus). Work Environment You’ll be part of a fast-paced, team-oriented manufacturing floor producing vacuum bagging and composite tooling materials. Safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement are core to our culture. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Huntington Beach, CA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $22.75 - $22.75/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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Huntington Beach,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 19, 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. 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. 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.

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