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Machine Operator

Ducommun, Inc.Santa Clarita, CA🇺🇸United StatesPosted 2 Sept 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

Join a historic and innovative manufacturing leader where you can develop your skills operating essential machinery and contribute to critical aerospace and defense projects. This hybrid role offers a fantastic opportunity for career advancement within a company recognized for its exceptional culture and comprehensive benefits. If you're detail-oriented and eager to grow in a stable, supportive environment, this position is an excellent next step for you.

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Santa Clarita, CA, United States
Posted
10 hours ago
401kAssembly

Job Description

Machine Operator

Who are we?

Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush and eventually assisted in the birth of the aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas and Lockheed.

Today Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense and industrial markets. We specialize in electronic and structural systems, producing complex products and components for commercial aircraft platforms, mission-critical military and space programs, and sophisticated industrial applications.

Our Performance Center in Carson, CA is the Engineered Products Group site for our Human Machine Interface, Motion Control Device, and Radio Frequency (RF) product lines.

Why Ducommun?

Excellent company culture - as recognized by Newsweek's Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces

Clean and climate controlled working environment

Opportunity for career growth

Great benefits including paid vacation and sick time, 401K match, Employee Stock Purchase Program, annual bonus plan, and tuition reimbursement

Job Summary

Machine Operator- Level 1

Runs extruder machine - basic operations

Cuts parts to length

Machines and fabricates parts

Assembly of parts

Deburrs parts after extrusion

Packages finished product.

Performs other duties as required.

Required Skills and Qualifications
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as shop orders, basic blue prints, shop drawings, process alerts, work instructions, etc. as required.
  • Ability to read and write in English and perform basic math functions at a 12th grade level.
  • Ability to use precision measuring tools.
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
  • Basic mechanical aptitude
  • Has passion for their work and Ducommun; finds creative and unique ways to contribute to the team.
Required Experience and Education
  • High school diploma or GED
  • At least one (1) year minimum of related experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Basic mechanical aptitude, entry level
  • Work Environment and Safety Equipment Required

Equal Opportunity EmployerVeterans/Disabled

26381 Ferry Ct
Santa Clarita, California, 91350
United States

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