Heat Treat Apprentice - 2nd Shift
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. Job Summary: The Heat Treat Apprentice will learn how to prepare a load, how to load into and unload from Heat Treat furnaces, and how to monitor and document the entire process to ensure our products meeting / exceeding industry / customer requirements.
Requirements
- 1-2 years of High School or equivalent.
- On-the-job training will be provided for this position.
- Must be able to operate in a drug-free workplace.
- In compliance with ITAR regulations, must be a US Citizen or US Person.
- Basic Math (addition, subtraction, decimal points, tolerance).
- Basic English (reading, writing, verbal and comprehend).
- Must be able to work overtime when required to meet operational deadlines.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to operate forklift strongly preferred.
- Microsoft Office skills a plus.
Responsibilities
- Wear proper Personal Protection Equipment at the work area all the time.
- Work safe and maintain an organized, lean work environment.
- Strong commitment to good attendance and being on time as it is critical to meet production needs.
- Ability to work collaboratively.
- Assure quality and production requirements are met, as per the 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.
- Learn to acquire skills and knowledge to visually inspect forgings and racks for cleanliness and satisfactory condition.
- Learn to acquire the expertise to rack forgings in accordance with racking plans and industry best practices.
- Learn the best practice in preparation for furnace loading.
- Acquire the skill to set and monitor furnace temperatures.
- Acquire the skill to prepare furnace unloading.
- Acquire the skill and knowledge to perform hardness and conductivity inspection under direct supervision.
- Acquire the knowledge to document the entire heat treat processes.
- Learn to fill out various Checklists as directed.
- Perform any other duties not mentioned above when instructed to do so by the department manager.
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
