Machine Operator
Listed on 2026-10-05
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Manufacturing / Production
Machine Operator, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations
Labor
Machine Operator Torrance, CA Posted:10/1/2026 Job Description Job #
86957
Job Category:
Labor
Position Type:
Contract to Hire
Duration: c to h
Shift: 1
Machine Operator
Location:
Torrance, CA
Pay: $23.00/hour
Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-4:00 PM
Employment Type:
Full-Time
About the Company
Our client is an established, privately held distributor specializing in high-reliability electrical insulation, cable management, and related products. The company has been in business for more than 70 years and supports customers across highly regulated and quality-driven industries, including aerospace, medical device, electronics, automotive, energy, and other manufacturing sectors.
They are seeking a dependable Machine Operator to join their Cut & Mark production department in Torrance, CA.
What You'll Do
The Machine Operator will operate plastic tubing cutting and marking equipment while ensuring finished products meet customer specifications and quality standards.
Key responsibilities include:
- Read and follow job specifications, work instructions, purchase orders, and drawings
- Set up machines and jobs according to drawings and production requirements
- Operate plastic tube cutting and marking equipment
- Perform type setting and machine adjustments
- Measure materials and finished parts using rulers, scales, and calipers
- Position materials and work pieces correctly in fixtures or against machine guides
- Continuously inspect finished products for accuracy, positioning, clarity, length, and overall quality
- Perform basic machine setup and routine maintenance, including oiling machines, dies, and work pieces
- Use computers to create labels and enter timekeeping information
- Maintain a clean and organized work area
- Follow established safety procedures at all times
What We're Looking For
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Previous machine operation, production, manufacturing, or related experience preferred
- Ability to read and understand written instructions and basic drawings
- Comfortable performing basic math, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and decimals
- Ability to accurately use a ruler, scale, and dial calipers
- Strong attention to detail and quality
- Dependable and able to work effectively with others
- Safety-conscious and comfortable working around moving mechanical equipment
Physical Requirements
This position requires extended periods of sitting and/or standing, frequent reaching and use of the hands, and the ability to regularly lift or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds.
Work Environment
This is an onsite production environment where employees regularly work around moving mechanical equipment. The work environment generally has a moderate noise level.
Pay: $23.00 per hour
Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-4:00 PM
Location:
Torrance, CA
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