Machine Operator 2nd Shift

We are seeking a Machine Operator 2nd Shift for a temp-to-hire opportunity supporting a precision machine shop environment in the San Marcos, CA. This role involves operating CNC-controlled laser equipment and related machining equipment to produce high-quality precision parts for the electronics industry.

This is a strong opportunity for a hands-on manufacturing professional with 1+ years of machine operation, CNC, machining, or laser cutting experience who wants to continue building technical skills in a stable production setting. The work environment is clean, organized, team-oriented, and supported by experienced supervisors and machinists who provide training, guidance, and opportunities to grow.

Candidates who enjoy precision work, quality standards, teamwork, and consistent production processes will be a strong fit. This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in producing accurate parts, following specifications, and contributing to a reliable manufacturing team.

• Operate CNC-controlled laser equipment and other CNC machines such as lathes or milling machines to produce precision parts.
• Load parts, operate machine controls, set offsets, make simple edits, prove tapes, and support production setup activities.
• Read and interpret drawings, specifications, manuals, and sample parts to determine dimensions, tolerances, and machining requirements.
• Inspect finished parts for conformance to quality standards and perform deburring as needed.
• Identify machine malfunctions, out-of-tolerance conditions, or quality concerns and make adjustments within assigned capabilities.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and production-ready work area while supporting basic preventative maintenance.

Pay range: $19 to $22 per hour. DOE

Job type:
Temp-to-hire.

• Operate CNC-controlled laser machines and support precision part production.
• Perform machine loading, offset adjustments, simple edits, deburring, and part inspection.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and machining requirements.
• Communicate with supervisors, engineers, production control, quality, and shop personnel to support production goals.
• 1+ years of machine operation, CNC operation, laser cutting, machining, or related manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to use basic measuring tools and inspect parts to required dimensions and tolerances.
• Understanding of quality standards, production procedures, and safe machine operation.
• Ability to recognize equipment issues, out-of-tolerance conditions, or quality concerns and report them promptly.
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and willingness to work the assigned shift.
• Ability to keep equipment and work areas clean, organized, and production-ready.

• Experience operating CNC lasers, CNC mills, CNC lathes, or similar automated machining equipment.
• Experience producing parts for electronics, precision manufacturing, or high-tolerance production environments.
• Familiarity with basic preventative maintenance in a machine shop setting.
• Ability to make minor machine adjustments and simple program edits under supervision.

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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, Apple One is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

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