Machine Operator - 1st shift

Belden Inc; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Belden Inc in California is seeking an experienced machine operator to operate and maintain cabling equipment on the 1st shift. The standard shift is Monday through Friday, 4:30am to 1pm. Starting pay: $22 per hour.

You will read and follow manufacturing specifications, adjust processes to bring product to spec, set up auxiliary equipment, ensure safety, complete paperwork, and work as part of a team to push forward Belden's innovative connectivity solutions.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Experience in manufacturing or machine operation desired.
• Ability to read and interpret specifications.

Responsibilities

• Reads and follows manufacturing specifications to determine machine setup, materials, and quantity.
• Analyzes product attributes and adjusts processes to bring product to spec; reports discrepancies.
• Sets up and operates various auxiliary equipment.
• Maintains personal and team safety in the work area.
• Completes paperwork and production postings accurately.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading specs

Machine operation

Team player

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Cabling equipment

Job description

Propel your career at Belden, where innovation creates possibilities—for our people, our customers, and the communities we serve. We connect people, information, and ideas to solve the world’s most complex connectivity challenges, turning curiosity into meaningful impact. Here, you’ll take on work that challenges you, supports your growth, and empowers you to shape what’s next. You’ll collaborate with global teams, gain diverse perspectives, and contribute to solutions that extend beyond our business—creating value in the world around us.

Together, we are shaping the future of digitization and paving the way for the next generation of innovation.

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced machine operator to operate and maintain cabling equipment on our 1st shift. Standard shift is Monday through Friday , 4:30am to 1pm . Starting Pay: $22 per hour

You will make an impact in the following way:

• Reads and follows Manufacturing Specification to determine machine set-up, materials required, and quantity to run
• Analyzes product attributes and determines process adjustments to bring product to spec if necessary. Gives feedback if instructions in the shop order need to be corrected.
• Sets up and runs various auxiliary equipment
• Personally responsible for the safety of self and others in their work area
• Complete all necessary paperwork and production posting correctly
• Performs all other duties as assigned

What you will bring:

• High School diploma or GED
• 1-2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Prior experience with operating multiple machines at once is high preferred
• Ability to read and comprehend specifications using the computer system and/or hard copy.
• A bility to measure product attributes as required by product specifications
• Ability to be a team player and play a responsible and participatory role
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Let’s Create Possibilities Together.

Join a global community shaping the future of intelligent connectivity. At Belden, you’ll help push the boundaries of technology and write the next chapter of innovation, creating possibilities for your career, your future, and the world around you.

These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work involved for this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this job.