Router Operator - Aluminum Forgings

Connect Staffing is hiring a Router Operator for an aluminum forgings manufacturing plant in Santa Ana, CA. This is a temp-to-hire position paying $19/hr on a second-shift schedule with approximately 8 hours of weekly overtime. In this role, you will use router tools and air-powered deburring tools to remove excess metal and forging flash from aluminum forged parts, setting up cutters and bearings to match blueprint specifications. This is a long-term opportunity with a globally recognized manufacturer known for quality and internal advancement. This client offers an exceptional permanent benefits package — including a fully company-paid ESOP retirement plan and life insurance — making this a strong long-term opportunity.

Pay: $19/hr

Schedule: Monday–Thursday 3:30 PM–2:00 AM; Fridays 1:30 PM–10:00 PM; Saturdays as needed

Location: Santa Ana, CA

Job Type: Temp-to-Hire

Work Environment: Manufacturing Plant / Factory — hot metal and machine shop environment

Overtime: Weekly OT required (~8 hrs/wk)

Responsibilities

• Inspect forged aluminum parts by sight and touch to identify forging flash and excess metal.
• Select and install the correct cutters and bearings to route parts to blueprint specifications and shop orders.
• Mount parts in holding fixtures or hand-hold to secure them during routing.
• Use precision measurement tools — including calipers, scissor micrometers, height gages, and ball/flat micrometers — to verify part dimensions.
• Report equipment or facility defects to a supervisor.
• Maintain accurate part and workpiece counts per job-specific traveler documents.

Minimum Requirements

• 3+ months of experience in a manufacturing or production environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with routing, deburring, or material removal in a metal fabrication or machining environment.
• Familiarity with precision hand tools such as calipers, micrometers, or height gages.
• Experience working with aluminum, castings, or forged metal components.
• Ability to read shop travelers, ICLs (Inspection Control Lists), or similar production documents.
• Prior work in an aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing setting.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and work instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English (reading, writing, and verbal).
• You may be a great fit if you've held any of these titles: Router Operator, Deburring Operator, CNC Router Operator, Metal Finisher, Bench Hand, Deburr Technician, Machine Operator, Production Operator, Fabrication Technician, Material Removal Operator.

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Drug screen required.
• Background check required.
• E-Verify / work authorization required.
• ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) compliance required — must be a US Person (US Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident, or qualifying protected individual).
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English and Spanish (bilingual).
• Steel toe boots required (employee-provided).
• Ability to stand for approximately 80% of the shift.
• Ability to work in an environment that may exceed 90°F.

Benefits

• Weekly pay.
• Direct deposit / Paycard.
• Health and dental benefits available.
• Earn referral bonuses.
• CalSavers retirement program available.
• Additional benefits available upon permanent hire, including: Medical, Dental, and Vision (generous company contribution), Life insurance (100% company paid — covers employee, spouse, and dependent children), Generous Vacation Time, 9 Paid Holidays, Holiday Shut Down (Christmas through New Year's), Sick Time, Annual Bonus, 401k (company matches up to 4%), ESOP Employee Profit Sharing Retirement Plan (100% company paid), and Tuition Reimbursement.

After you apply, please check your email for a short screening questionnaire from us. Candidates who complete it promptly will be reviewed faster.

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