Machine Operator

Motive Companies, LLC; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Motive Companies, LLC in Torrance, CA is seeking a Machine Operator to support our Cut & Mark production line. You will operate plastic tubing cutting and marking equipment, read specifications, and ensure quality. Set up machines, measure parts with calipers, and follow safety procedures in an onsite production environment.

The role is full-time with a Monday–Friday schedule, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM, and pays $23.00 per hour. Training and on-site collaboration are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in machine operation or production preferred.
• Ability to read instructions and basic drawings.
• Able to perform basic math and use measuring tools.
• Safety-conscious and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Operate plastic tubing cutting and marking equipment.
• Read job specs, work instructions, POs, and drawings.
• Set up machines and jobs per drawings.
• Measure materials and finished parts with rulers, scales, calipers.
• Maintain clean work area and follow safety procedures.
• Enter timekeeping information and generate labels.
• Perform basic machine setup and routine maintenance.

Skills

Reading drawings

Mathematics

Attention to detail

Dependable

Safety-conscious

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Dial calipers

Measuring scales

Ruler

Job description

Machine Operator

Location: Torrance, CA
Pay: $23.00/hour
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-4:00 PM
Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Company

Our client is an established, privately held distributor specializing in high-reliability electrical insulation, cable management, and related products. The company has been in business for more than 70 years and supports customers across highly regulated and quality-driven industries, including aerospace, medical device, electronics, automotive, energy, and other manufacturing sectors.

They are seeking a dependable Machine Operator to join their Cut & Mark production department in Torrance, CA.

What You'll Do

The Machine Operator will operate plastic tubing cutting and marking equipment while ensuring finished products meet customer specifications and quality standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Read and follow job specifications, work instructions, purchase orders, and drawings
• Set up machines and jobs according to drawings and production requirements
• Operate plastic tube cutting and marking equipment
• Perform type setting and machine adjustments
• Measure materials and finished parts using rulers, scales, and calipers
• Position materials and workpieces correctly in fixtures or against machine guides
• Continuously inspect finished products for accuracy, positioning, clarity, length, and overall quality
• Perform basic machine setup and routine maintenance, including oiling machines, dies, and workpieces
• Use computers to create labels and enter timekeeping information
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Follow established safety procedures at all times

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Previous machine operation, production, manufacturing, or related experience preferred
• Ability to read and understand written instructions and basic drawings
• Comfortable performing basic math, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and decimals
• Ability to accurately use a ruler, scale, and dial calipers
• Strong attention to detail and quality
• Dependable and able to work effectively with others
• Safety-conscious and comfortable working around moving mechanical equipment

Physical Requirements

This position requires extended periods of sitting and/or standing, frequent reaching and use of the hands, and the ability to regularly lift or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment

This is an onsite production environment where employees regularly work around moving mechanical equipment. The work environment generally has a moderate noise level.

Pay: $23.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-4:00 PM
Location: Torrance, CA