Machine Operator

Machine Operator I

Location: San Diego, CA

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 13 months
• Pay Rate: $21.45 / Hour (USD)
• Shift / Schedule: Monday to Friday, 2:15 PM 10:45 PM PST
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Manufacturing Supervisor, the Machine Operator will operate manufacturing equipment according to established specifications, standard operating procedures, and work instructions. An operator must demonstrate steady progress in learning all equipment and jobs in the assigned manufacturing area. He and/or she must also exhibit the ability to follow instructions of the supervisor while observing the quality of raw and finished goods before, during, and after production.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor functions of equipment and operate per documented procedures including maintaining operational logbooks
• Provide technicians with symptoms of equipment failures, when required
• Assist in Preventative Maintenance (PM) following procedures
• Support material handling as necessary
• Maintain segregation of materials and lot and/or receiving numbers
• Maintain area in a clean and orderly condition
• Adhere to and demonstrate compliance to all company and department standard operating procedures including but not limited to: GMP, device history record, hazard communication, and safety rules
• Utilize written procedures and training to accomplish tasks noted above
• Accept full accountability for product quality
• Report to supervisor or management unsolved problems encountered during the workday
• Maintain complete and accurate records of work-in-process, component inventories, and relative documentation

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required

Required Experience

• Entry-level candidates strongly preferred; no prior machine operation experience required
• Open to recent High School graduates or GED recipients
• Manufacturing, warehouse, production, assembly, or other hands-on experience is acceptable but not required
• Candidates with demonstrated longevity and stability in previous employment preferred
• Preference for candidates with at least 1 year tenure in prior roles when applicable

Required Skills

• Eagerness to learn, coachability, and high trainability
• Reliability, consistent attendance, and positive attitude
• Ability to follow instructions from a supervisor
• Ability to observe quality of raw and finished goods before, during, and after production

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

Important Notes

• Onsite interview during 2nd shift hours; approximately 1 hour; conducted by hiring manager and production leads; includes facility walkthrough/tour
• Candidates with CNC machining/operator backgrounds will not be considered for this role
• Candidates with extensive job-hopping patterns (multiple short-term roles over several years) are generally not preferred

About the Client

This client operates in the medical device manufacturing industry, producing diagnostic and treatment technology with an emphasis on women's health, and is subject to FDA regulatory requirements including GMP and GDP compliance. The organization employs manufacturing technicians, receiving inspectors, quality assurance specialists, and machine operators who work on-site in hands-on production and quality control environments. All roles are based at a dedicated manufacturing facility and involve strict adherence to quality standards and regulatory documentation requirements.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-12061

Industry: Manufacturing & Operations

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