Production Machine Operator

Nextdeavor; Simi Valley (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision & dental benefits

Paid sick leave

Optional 401k plan

Job summary

NextDeavor is seeking a Production Machine Operator 1 to set up, operate, and maintain routine production machinery on a 1st shift (Mon–Fri, 5:00am–1:30pm) in Simi Valley, CA. You will follow blueprints, troubleshoot issues, and ensure parts meet tolerances while supporting safety and efficiency on the line.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of factory machinery experience, a high school diploma, and strong attention to detail with the ability to read drawings and perform basic maintenance tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and blueprints.
• 1–2 years' experience operating factory machinery.
• Strong numerical accuracy and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and maintain production machinery.
• Follow blueprints, schematics, and models to complete work.
• Troubleshoot to restore peak machine performance.
• Maintain materials, perform scheduled maintenance.
• Verify parts meet tolerances and specs.
• Use hand tools and precision instruments to check quality.
• Collaborate with team to meet targets and quality standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Blueprint reading

Math proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Lathe

Milling machine

Stamping press

Hand tools

Micrometers

Job description

### Benefits You'll LoveNextDeavor offers health, vision and dental benefits for contract employeesPaid sick leave eligibility is contingent on state of residenceOptional 401k Plan (excludes employer match)Opportunity to get your foot in the door at a well-established corporation, with potential for extended or permanent full-time employment### Become a Key Player as a Production Machine Operator 1You will help the team meet production goals by operating and maintaining routine production machinery to produce parts that meet specifications. You will work onsite on a 1st shift schedule (Monday–Friday, 5:00am–1:30pm) alongside production and quality teams and may occasionally support variable schedules or additional hours as needed. Your work directly supports safe, efficient manufacturing and consistency in product quality.### Here's How You'll Make an Impact on the Team- Set up, operate, and perform routine maintenance on production machinery and test equipment- Follow job travelers, blueprints, schematics, models, and specifications to complete assigned work- Troubleshoot machines and implement solutions to restore peak performance- Maintain adequate raw material stock and perform scheduled equipment maintenance- Verify production items are within tolerances and meet documented specifications- Use hand tools and precision measuring instruments (e.g., micrometers) to ensure product quality- Collaborate with the production team to meet targets and quality standards- Perform other responsibilities as assigned; maintain regular, consistent, and punctual attendance### Here's What You'll Need to Be Successful in This Role- 1–2 years of relevant experience operating machinery in a factory or industrial setting- High school diploma or equivalent- Experience with lathes, milling machines, and stamping presses- Knowledge of tooling and ability to work with a variety of materials- Proficiency with hand tools and ability to perform basic maintenance tasks- Ability to read engineering drawings and blueprints- Basic math proficiency and strong attention to detail- Effective oral and written communication skills### Pay Range$16.00 - $20.00/hour### Ready to Make Your Mark?This role may fill quickly. Submit your resume to be considered.