Machine Operators - Miramar

Aerotek; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring for machine operators and machinists in San Diego, CA. This contract-to-hire role requires CNC operation experience on Haas Mills, Robo drills, and Fanuc controls. You will perform changeovers, setup 3-axis machines, and verify programs while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, and PTO. The position is fully onsite in San Diego with weekly pay and potential for permanent placement after the contract period.

Qualifications

• Experience operating CNC mills and vertical milling machines.
• Knowledge of Haas Mills and lean manufacturing principles.
• Ability to perform inspections with calipers and depth gauges.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC Haas Mills, Robo drills, and Fanuc controls.
• Conduct machine changeovers and set up 3-axis CNC machines.
• Ensure correct program execution for production runs.
• Insert and adjust fixtures and perform tool touch-offs.
• Load parts and bolt down fixtures.

Skills

CNC milling experience

Measurement & inspection

Reading & writing (HS level)

Lean manufacturing knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

HAAS CNC

Robo drills

Fanuc controls

Job description

Urgently hiring Machine Operators and Machinists!

At Least 6 months of Manufacturing Experience

Multiple shifts available! Miramar!

Job Description

You will operate CNC Haas Mills, Robo drills, and Fanuc controls. You will be responsible for machine changeovers, setting up 3-axis CNC machines, ensuring the correct program is running without error for the next production run, inserting and adjusting fixtures, and performing tool touch-offs. Your role will also involve loading parts and using a wrench to bolt down fixtures into t-plates. Experience in a manufacturing environment with CNC machine operation is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC Haas Mills, Robo drills, and Fanuc controls.
• Conduct machine changeovers and set up 3-axis CNC machines.
• Ensure correct program execution for production runs.
• Insert and adjust fixtures and perform tool touch-offs.
• Load parts and use a wrench for bolting down fixtures.
• Utilize precision measuring instruments such as calipers, depth gauges, thread gauges, pin gauges, and other measuring tools.

Essential Skills

• Experience in CNC mill and vertical milling machine operation.
• Knowledge of Haas Mills and lean manufacturing principles.
• Ability to perform inspection and dimensional inspections using calipers and depth gauges.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to read and write, equivalent to a high school education, to comply with written instructions and complete paperwork.
• Preferred one year of experience in machine operation with a HAAS CNC or relevant experience.
• Proficiency in CNC setup and 3-axis machine operations.
• Basic math skills.
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing and Lean Six Sigma methodologies.

Why Work Here?

Join a work environment that values safety and quality, where you will be challenged with tough setups and recognized for producing high-quality parts. Enjoy the opportunity to work in a setting that encourages growth and development in lean manufacturing principles.

Work Environment

The work environment is a production setting, focusing on repetitive tasks rather than a job shop environment. Employees often work close to 50 hours regularly, with Saturdays open for optional work. This role offers the opportunity to be part of a team that values safety and quality while providing challenging and rewarding work experiences.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Diego, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.25 - $30.25/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 Hospital401(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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Diego, CA.

Application Deadline

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

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in San Diego,CA.

About Aerotek

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.