Machine Operator / QA – 1st Shift

Alcon3pl; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 68,770,000 - 71,635,000; Full time

Job summary

Lobos Staffing is hiring an experienced Machine Operator with a strong QA background in California. You will set up, operate, and monitor production machinery, and perform QA inspections on in-process and finished products.

The role requires reading blueprints, using precision tools, and maintaining GMP and food-safety standards in a meat-processing environment. You must be able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs with strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of Machine Operator or Production Technician experience.
• Hands-on Quality Assurance/inspection experience.
• Experience using precision measuring tools.
• Ability to read blueprints or technical schematics preferred.
• High school diploma/GED preferred.
• Previous GMP and food industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor production machinery according to SOPs.
• Perform in-process and finished-product quality inspections.
• Use calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other precision measuring tools.
• Identify defects or equipment issues and make minor adjustments as needed.
• Document production and QA inspection results accurately.
• Follow GMP, safety, and quality procedures.
• Work with QA and maintenance teams to resolve quality or production issues.

Skills

Machine operation

Quality Assurance

Precision measurement

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

Lobos Staffing is hiring an experienced Machine Operator with a strong Quality Assurance background.

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM
Pay: $24–$25/hour
Overtime: Some OT as needed

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor production machinery according to SOPs.
• Perform in-process and finished-product quality inspections.
• Use calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other precision measuring tools.
• Identify defects or equipment issues and make minor adjustments as needed.
• Document production and QA inspection results accurately.
• Follow GMP, safety, and quality procedures.
• Work with QA and maintenance teams to resolve quality or production issues.

Requirements

• 1–3 years of Machine Operator or Production Technician experience.
• Hands-on Quality Assurance/inspection experience.
• Experience using precision measuring tools.
• Ability to read blueprints or technical schematics preferred.
• High school diploma/GED preferred.
• Previous GMP and food industry experience preferred.
• Must be comfortable working in a meat-processing environment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Strong attention to detail, communication, and problem-solving skills.