Blacksmith Apprentice - 2nd Shift

Aluminum Precision Products, Inc. • Santa Ana, CA

80d • $20 - $21

About The Position

Aluminum Precision Products (APP) is an international leader in manufacturing aluminum forgings. We offer you the opportunity to be a part of a globally recognized organization that enjoys an unparalleled reputation for quality. Here you’ll be challenged on a daily basis, tasked with solving problems, working with smart, energetic, and dedicated people with an opportunity to grow and learn. The Blacksmith Apprentice sets up, preps, loads, removes, and transports stock/parts for the forging operation. This position involves continuous rotation, holding the hot part with tongs and placing it on the die for the press and removing pressed parts. The Blacksmith Apprentice is in constant communication with Blacksmith Level I, III or III and other Press personnel.

Requirements

• 1-2 years of High School or equivalent.
• 3+ months related manufacturing/production experience.
• In compliance with ITAR regulations, must be a US Citizen or US Person.

Nice To Haves

• High School diploma or GED.
• 3+ months Aluminum forge press experience or related alloy mechanical press experience.
• 1+ years’ industrial manufacturing production experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform set-up including any adjustments to bolts, clamps, and burner assemblies as needed.
• Load stock/parts into conveyor oven.
• Check stock and die temperatures before forging parts.
• Position stock/part for spray-on lubrication process.
• Position the piece into the forging die with use of tongs, hydraulic clamps, air-assisted hoist and/or overhead crane.
• Assure quality and production requirements are met, as per job-specific travelers.
• Participate in total quality management projects to achieve continuous improvement.
• Participate in LEAN manufacturing and SPC activities as required.
• Ensure adherence to APP’s policies and procedures, including our code of conduct and ethics policy, product safety, employee safety and cultural beliefs.
• Ensure adherence to all process specifications.
• Support the Plant quality system goals / improvements & productivity goals / improvements within the scope of the job.

Benefits

• On-the-job training and opportunities for advancement with a strong promote within program.
• Medical, Dental, Vision – Generous company contribution, low cost to employee.
• Life insurance – 100% company paid - covers employee, spouse and dependent children.
• Generous Vacation Time.
• 9 Paid Holidays.
• Holiday Shut Down (Christmas thru New Year’s).
• Sick Time.
• Annual Bonus (based on company meeting Key Results).
• 401k (Company matches up to 4%).
• ESOP Employee Profit Sharing Retirement Plan (100% Company Paid).
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Robust training program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees