**Job Title: 1st Shift Extrusion Dept Operator** **Job Description** + As a 1st Shift Production Operator, you will be trained to operate a variety of extrusion equipment. + Your responsibilities will include setting up machines based on production orders, maintaining production quality, obtaining samples for quality control, labeling, and packing finished products. **Responsibilities** + Check operating controls and safety of equipment prior to operation. + Obtain material for processing from inventory bins and report any damaged, defective, or missing material. + Set up machines according to production orders. + Monitor material quality for defects and adjust machine parameters as needed. + Label and pack finished products per work order instructions. + Review work orders and drawings and resolve any conflicts. + Wear a respirator to perform machine setup. + Maintain a clean and safe working environment in line with company policies. + Comply with OHSA safety standards during job duties. + Notify supervisor or manager of any potential safety hazards. **Essential Skills** + High school diploma or equivalent work experience. + At least 2 years of experience in heavy machine operating, general labor, carpentry, or construction. + Good attendance record. + Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. + Strong teamwork skills. + Ability to learn quickly. + Patience and self-motivation. + Basic power tool and mechanical skills. + Interest in machine operation. + Basic Microsoft Office skills. + Ability to lift 50 lbs occasionally. + Consistent job tenure. **Additional Information:** Extrusion department: • (2) Position: Schedule - 1C: 7am-3:30pm, OFF WED/THURS, $22.75/hr. (Trains on 2A, Off Fri/Sat, for 3-4 months*) • (1) Position: Schedule - 1D: 7am-3:30pm, OFF TUES/WED, $22.75/hr. (Trains on 2A, Off Fri/Sat, for 3-4 months*) + Should be flexible to work OT. + Overtime is on a volunteer basis. **Why Work Here?** + This position offers a contract-to-hire opportunity with potential for career progression, even while on assignment. + Candidates start at the entry level with the opportunity to advance through approximately three levels, each offering pay raises. **Work Environment** + The work environment is fast-paced and collaborative, with a focus on teamwork. + The division is part of a company specializing in vacuum bagging and composite tooling materials for various industries, including aerospace, wind energy, marine, automotive, printed circuit boards, solar energy, and general FRP composites. **Job Type & Location** + This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Huntington Beach, California. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $22.75 - $22.75/hr. 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 Hospital • 401(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) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Huntington Beach,CA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Sep 9, 2025. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. 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.