Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking an Operator 1 for a contract/temporary opportunity with a growing medical device manufacturing environment in Temecula, CA. This role is ideal for a dependable, detail-oriented candidate who enjoys hands-on assembly work and wants to contribute to high-quality medical products that can make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives.

As an Operator 1, you will work in a cleanroom setting assembling, repairing, and testing medical catheter devices. This is a great opportunity to join a supportive production team where quality, safety, teamwork, and consistency are valued. Candidates who enjoy structured processes, careful documentation, and small-part assembly work will be well aligned with this role.

The work environment is fast-paced, quality-focused, and team-oriented, with leadership support and clear procedures to help employees succeed. This position offers an excellent opportunity to build experience in medical device manufacturing, cleanroom operations, and regulated production processes.

Key Responsibilities

- Perform assembly, repair, and testing of medical catheter devices according to established procedures.
- Work with small components under a microscope while maintaining accuracy and quality standards.
- Follow FDA regulations, cleanroom procedures, safety guidelines, and internal quality requirements.
- Maintain accurate written and electronic production documentation.
- Perform repetitive hand movements such as grabbing, pinching, pulling, twisting, and handling small parts.
- Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to support production goals.

Compensation and Benefits

- Pay rate: $20 to $21 per hour.
- Job type: Contract/temporary.
- Full-time opportunity.
- Cleanroom work environment.
- Attendance sign-on bonus available for 2nd shift Operators.

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Additional Skills

Required Qualifications and Skills

- Assemble, repair, and test medical catheter devices in a regulated production environment.
- Perform microscope-based small-part assembly with strong attention to detail.
- Complete accurate written and electronic production documentation.
- Follow cleanroom procedures, FDA requirements, safety guidelines, and quality standards.

- 1 to 2 years of relevant experience preferred for this Operator 1 role.
- Ability to read and follow written procedures and verbal instructions.
- Strong attention to detail, quality, and accuracy.
- Comfortable performing repetitive tasks with small components.
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods throughout the shift.
- Positive attitude, dependable attendance, and a team-oriented mindset.
- Effective communication skills with team members, leads, and supervisors.

Preferred Qualifications

- Previous medical device assembly experience.
- Experience working in a cleanroom manufacturing environment.
- Microscope work and small-part assembly experience.
- Hand soldering experience.
- Experience maintaining production documentation in a regulated environment.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, Relocation package, Shift work, Afternoon shift

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