**Job Title: 1st Shift Extrusion Dept Operator** **Job Description** Join our team as a 1st Shift Production Operator, where you will receive training to operate a variety of extrusion equipment. Your role will involve 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 ensure the safety of equipment prior to operation. + Obtain materials for processing from inventory bins and notify the supervisor if any material is damaged, defective, or missing. + Set up the machine based on production orders. + Monitor material quality for defects and adjust machine parameters as needed. + Label and pack finished products as they are produced, following work order instructions. + Review work orders and drawings to resolve any conflicts. + Wear a respirator for machine setup. + Maintain a clean and safe working environment in line with company policies. + Comply with OSHA safety standards when performing job duties. + Notify the 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 labor, general labor, heavy machine operating, carpentry, or construction. + Good attendance and a strong work ethic in a manufacturing environment. + Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and as part of a team. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Fast learner with patience and self-motivation. + Some power tool and mechanical skills. + Interest in operating machinery. + Basic Microsoft Office skills. + Ability to lift 50 lbs occasionally. + Good job tenure is required. **Why Work Here?** This is a contract-to-hire position offering opportunities for career progression even while on assignment. You will start at an entry-level position and have the potential for advancement through three levels, with pay raises at each level. **Work Environment** The work environment is fast-paced and team-oriented, focusing on manufacturing vacuum bagging and composite tooling materials. The business areas include aerospace, wind energy, marine, automotive, and more. The facility requires adherence to safety standards and offers a dynamic setting for growth and learning. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Huntington Beach, CA. **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 Feb 12, 2026. **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.