Machine Operator I

Description:

INTAKE NOTES:

• : $$$$/hr
• Monday to Friday, 2nd shift hours from 1:30pm to 10:00pm.

HS Diploma required

Start date ASAP

• forklift use not required, but pallet jack use is. Can be trained
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ROLE BASICS

Job Title: Machine Operator I

JP Number (if available): HOLXJP00001677

Job Level / Seniority: Entry-Level Manufacturing Operator

Number of Positions Needed: 1

Cost Center/GL String to be used: APTIMA - PRODUCTION MAIN 4, US (655.1113) 100.000%

Anything that would make a candidate an immediate "NO-GO": CNC machinist-only background with no production or lab manufacturing experience

LOCATION & WORK MODEL

Primary Work Location (full address):

10210 Genetic Center Drive

San Diego, CA 92121

Work Mode (Onsite / Hybrid / Remote): Onsite

Eligible Work States (if applicable): N/A

TIMING & DURATION

Target Start Date: ASAP

Is timeline flexible? If yes, explain: No - role needed to support current production demand

Expected Assignment Duration: 6 months

Extension Possible (Y/N): Y

Conversion Possible (Y/N): Y

If yes, estimated target salary range: $$$$/hour

BUSINESS CONTEXT

One sentence business justification for this role:

Support manufacturing production by performing manual and automated processing tasks to maintain production output and quality standards.

Success criteria for first 90 days (what success looks like):

Successfully complete required safety and manufacturing training

Demonstrate ability to follow SOPs and manufacturing records accurately

Operate or assist with automated filling equipment with minimal supervision

Maintain accurate documentation and training records

Consistently meet production and quality expectations

TEAM & ENVIRONMENT

Team size: Approximately 11 operators per shift

Reporting structure / key stakeholders: Reports to Production Supervisor; collaborates with Manufacturing Leads, Quality, and Materials teams

Primary people this role works with: Production operators, lab technicians, manufacturing leads, and material handlers

SCHEDULE & EXPECTATIONS

Typical schedule: Monday-Friday

Shift start time: 2:00 PM

Shift end time: 10:30 PM

Overtime expected (Y/N): Y - based on production demand

Weekend work expected (Y/N): Occasional as needed

Travel required (Y/N, % if yes): N

PHYSICAL / SITE REQUIREMENTS

Physical or safety requirements:

Standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and reaching during production tasks

Ability to lift and move materials up to 50 lbs

Exposure to moving mechanical equipment and moderate noise

Potential exposure to chemicals and blood in a laboratory manufacturing environment

Dress code: Manufacturing/laboratory production attire

PPE required (if any):

Safety shoes with impact and compression protection

Gloves and other PPE as required in the lab/manufacturing environment

Badging/access requirements: Facility badge required

Parking or site notes: Standard employee parking available onsite

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Top 3 required skills (ranked):

Ability to follow written procedures and manufacturing documentation

Experience working in a production, lab, or manufacturing environment

Attention to detail with measurement and verification tasks

Must have skills (hard stop if missing):

High School Diploma

Ability to work onsite on 2nd shift (2:00 PM - 10:30 PM)

Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and work in a manufacturing/lab environment

Nice to have or trainable skills:

Experience using lab equipment (balances, pipettes, luminometers)

Material handling experience

Pallet jack operation (training can be provided)

Required certifications or training:

None required prior to hire; safety and equipment training provided onsite.

SCREENING INTENT (CRITICAL - PRE HIRE USES THIS)

Select ONE screening approach: Core skills match

Acceptable background examples (even if not a perfect match on paper):

Manufacturing operator

Production technician

Assembly technician

Biotech or medical device production worker

Warehouse or materials associate with lab/manufacturing exposure

Explicit disqualifiers (only list true decline reasons):

CNC machining-only background with no production/lab experience

Unable to work the required 2nd shift schedule

No manufacturing, production, or lab environment experience

EXPERIENCE GUARDRAILS

Desired years of experience: 0-2 years

Underqualified below: No relevant manufacturing, production, or lab experience

Overqualified above: 6+ years advanced manufacturing experience or engineering-level candidates

SOFT SKILLS & WORK STYLE

Important soft skills:

Attention to detail

Reliability and punctuality

Ability to follow structured processes

Team collaboration

Preferred work style (independent, team based, fast paced, etc.):

Team-based, structured, process-driven manufacturing environment

PAY & BUDGET

Hourly range: $$$$ - $$$$

Maximum budget: $$$$/hour

Target (if applicable): $$$$/hour (per posting rate)

Request market rate guidance if needed (Y/N): N

INTERVIEW PROCESS

Number of interview rounds: 1

Interview format (phone/video/onsite): Video or onsite

Open to single round interview for non senior roles (Y/N): Y

Expected resume review & feedback turnaround: 24-48 hours

AVAILABILITY & DAY ONE READINESS

Planned PTO that may affect interviews: None known

Day one systems, access, tools, or equipment needed:

Facility badge

Safety training access

Manufacturing documentation systems

Special software, lab, or environment requirements:

Manufacturing/lab production environment

Training on internal equipment and procedures provided

PRE IDENTIFIED CANDIDATE (IF APPLICABLE)

Pre identified candidate (Y/N): N

Candidate name and resume attached: N/A

Has the candidate worked for Hologic before (Y/N): N/A

Supplier representing candidate (if known): N/A

Proposed and any special notes: N/A

SUPPLIER ENABLEMENT

Supplier Spotlight Call requested (Y/N): N

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Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The incumbent may be asked to perform other function-related activities in addition to the below mentioned responsibilities as reasonably required by business needs.

• Weighs, measures, and verifies raw materials and parts.
• Perform manual manufacturing tasks.
• Assists in operating basic to fully automated filling equipment.
• Uses basic laboratory equipment: scales, balances, pipettes, luminometers, etc.
• Follow and foster a safe work environment.
• Maintain accurate and complete training record.
• Understand and execute written procedures, manufacturing records, and logs.
• Housekeeping and cleaning of manufacturing laboratory/area.
• Assists with material handling, stocking of lab, and assigned daily lab responsibilities.

Physical Demands

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Lifting/moving and carrying products weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts, vibration, and/or moderate noise levels.
• Exposure to hazardous chemicals or other materials.
• Safety Shoes with Impact and Compression Protection Must be worn.
• Exposure to blood.
• Other (please specify): Sedentary work involves sitting the majority of time.

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Additional Details

• Is this contractor required to track project codes for the work outlined in this Job Posting? : No