Machine Operator

Machine Operator // Carlsbad, CA // $21/HR

Job Description

As a Machine Operator, you will be responsible for media blasting 3D printed parts to remove powder and prepare finished products according to job sheet requirements, drawings, and quality standards. Your role is crucial in ensuring that the parts meet the necessary finishing quality standards and are ready for delivery.

Responsibilities

• Perform media blasting of MJF printed parts according to job sheets and specifications.
• Remove all excess powder and ensure parts meet finishing quality standards.
• Compare parts to drawings and job sheets to verify features and requirements.
• Visually inspect parts for defects and identify quality issues.
• Monitor blasting equipment and maintain proper media levels.
• Reject non-conforming parts and escalate concerns to the Post Process Lead.
• Support production operations while maintaining a safe and organized work environment.
• Load and unload parts into the media machine.

Essential Skills

• Ability to read, understand, and execute work per detailed job instructions.
• 1 year of production experience.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Organization skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with a team.
• Multitasking.
• Ability to accomplish tasks without constant supervision.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 1 year of machine operating or sand blasting experience is a plus.
• Experience in manufacturing, production, finishing, or quality inspection.
• Comfortable following work instructions and drawings.

Why Work Here?

Join a team-based environment that values high-quality production and provides the opportunity to work on innovative projects. Our work culture emphasizes attention to detail and continuous improvement, fostering a supportive atmosphere for professional growth.

Work Environment

This role is set in a prototype and mass production manufacturing environment. You will be working the second shift from Friday to Sunday, 4:00 PM to 4:30 AM. The media area has a strong smell, but personal protective equipment (PPE) is provided to ensure safety and comfort.

This is a Contract position based out of CARLSBAD, CA.

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/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 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)

This is a fully onsite position in CARLSBAD,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 2026.

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.

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.