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Machine Operator

PrideStaff
San Diego, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/2/2026

Machine Operators - join a great manufacturing company!

PrideStaff San Diego's client, is seeking skilled machine operators! The client has one of the best working environments in the area, offers fantastic career potential!
And why work with PrideStaff? Because we offer weekly pay; medical benefits; and personalized service!

  • 1st Shift: Monday to Friday, 6am - 2:30pm. $21.50/hr
  • 2nd Shift: Monday to Friday, 2pm - 10:30pm. $23.65/hr

The training might take place on a different shift and/or working hours. This is a temporary to permanent opportunity and upon a permanent hire, offers outstanding benefits!

If you have at least 6 months of recent experience as a Machine Operator in a Manufacturing environment - then apply today with your updated resume!  

Job Requirements:

  • Must have at least 6 months recent experience as a Machine Operator in a similar role
  • Manufacturing experience preferred
  • Detail oriented
  • Quality focused and take pride in your job
  • Must be able to work with small parts
  • Willing and able to work some overtime if required and some Saturdays
  • Able and willing to learn the client's processes and procedures
  • Be a team player
  • Able and willing to train on a different shift if applicable
  • High School Diploma or equivalent years of relevant experience required
  • Have reliable transportation to Poway (San Diego area).

Job Overview:
The client offers extensive training and once certified, you will be skilled in operating machinery for one or more departments: Weld, Plug, Sink, Straightening, Cutting, Chop Cut, and CG. You will have the knowledge in performing set-ups in accordance with established procedures and trained in the proper use of tooling for small, medium or large gauge sizes. You will also be responsible for the maintenance of all tooling used in manufacturing. Instructed in sampling procedure and inspection techniques on measuring the OD, using OD gauge and pin gauge for measuring ID. Performs process checklist and sampling procedure in accordance with appropriate client processes. Once certified, you will operate a machine and sign off on production.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for producing quality products
  • Performs set-up per client requirements
  • Informs Shift Supervisor of production and/or quality problems
  • Record production results on process record and in the system
  • Record labor hours against work orders in the system
  • Record result of process set-up on the checklist form
  • Record result of sample per the sample form
  • Performs related duties as assigned by supervisors
  • Meet or exceed productivity and quality standards
  • Detects and reports defective materials or questionable conditions to the department supervisor
  • Maintains the work area and equipment in clean orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulations
  • Must be familiar with the basic machine functions in order to perform the tasks stated above
  • Must be willing to accept and receive frequent supervision and assistance with regards to machine set-up
  • Be willing to work mandatory overtime on Saturdays and or on any other days scheduled per the business needs
  • Must be familiar with the Company Policy Manual and adhere to behavior and attendance guidelines.

Physical Requirements:

  • Must be able to bend and stand throughout your shift.
  • Move and lift up to 25 pounds on a regular basis (and up to 40 pounds occasionally)
  • Moderate to heavy physical effort required
  • Regularly required to sit or stand, reach, move, pull, push, and move about the facility
  • Exposure to metals, lubricants, solvents, electrolytes and other hazardous materials
  • Must be able to work with small parts
  • May work at different departments or shifts per production requirements.


Due to the number of applicants, we can only contact those who qualify per above.

Salary : $22 - $24

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