PS - PO I/Trim, HY

Hydranautics - A Nitto Group Company; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Hydranautics - A Nitto Group Company is seeking a machine operator to set up and run production equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment in Oceanside, CA. You will prepare materials, monitor output, and maintain detailed production records to ensure quality and efficiency.

Responsibilities include verifying gauges, performing trims with calibrated tools, loading/unloading materials, and keeping logs. Collaboration with teams and adherence to safety and 5S standards are essential.

Qualifications

• Six months manufacturing experience or equivalent.
• Set‑up, operate and adjust machines.
• Read and understand work instructions in English.
• Maintain accurate production records and logs.
• Work both independently and in a team, with flexibility.
• Perform basic mathematical calculations as needed.

Responsibilities

• Verifies gauges and calibration before tool use.
• Confirms trim measurements with hand tools.
• Operates trimming/production machines and performs cleaning.
• Loads and unloads products on equipment as directed.
• Meets productivity goals and assists with related tasks.
• Documents product data and defects in logs and reports.
• Follows 5S and lean manufacturing practices.
• Notifies supervisor of defect trends; performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Machine setup/operation

Reading work instructions

Record-keeping

Basic math

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Calibrated hand tools

Job description

Hydranautics is a part of the Nitto Group of companies and one of the global leaders in the field of integrated membrane solutions. We offer complete membrane solutions like reverse osmosis, nanofiltration, ultrafiltration and microfiltration for water, waste water and process treatment and applications. Hydranautics membrane-based solutions are currently in use on seven continents throughout the world for diverse applications such as seawater desalination, industrial high-purity water, surface water treatment, waste water treatment and specialty process applications.

Position Overview

Under direct supervision, performs machine operator tasks as setting‑up or shutting‑down machines, prepares material for production loading and unloading on to machine or production equipment; maintains required level of output; monitors output by completing detailed quality inspections to ensure product meets customer requirements. Keeps accurate records and logs associated with production, measuring, quality, quantity and any other necessary record‑keeping activities.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Verifies gauges have current calibrated sticker prior to using hand tool to prevent damage to product.
• Confirms trim measurement using calibrated hand tools such as ring gauges, trim gauges, etc.
• Operates standard product trimming machine, including cleaning blade before using
• Loads/unloads product from manufacturing transport equipment on to appropriate machine or production equipment for tasks.
• Maintains daily, weekly and monthly productivity goals set by production management, including clean‑up, rework, core tube preparation or other production activities.
• Documents product data information such as serial number, defects, rejects, scarp etc. on production logs, reports or summaries as well as any other record‑keeping activities as it pertains to products throughout shift.
• Follows all quality, safety and lean manufacturing policies, processes or procedures including sustaining work station and area in cleanliness in accordance to 5S standards.
• Informs Production Supervisor and/or Production Lead of increased pattern of defects in products.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Skills, Experience

• Six (6) months manufacturing experience; high school diploma or GED; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Set‑up, operate and make minor adjustments to machines.
• Basic to intermediate language skills, including verbal and written proficiency in English; ability to read work instructions in English.
• Work independently and foster a cooperative spirit within a large and/or small team while maintaining flexibility to changing priorities.
• Ability to work in a detailed‑oriented atmosphere with accurate record‑keeping, outstanding follow‑through to meet production requirements and in a fast‑pace manufacturing environment.
• Recognize numbers and millimeters and perform basic mathematical calculations with the aid of a basic hand‑held calculator.
• Deal with standard and basic non‑complex issues; basic problem‑solving ability; carry out simple verbal work instructions.

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Hydranautics offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. We believe diversity is key to our competitive advantage and value the diversity among our employees. We are proud to be an EEO employer.