Machine Operator (Trim Press) - 2nd Shift

Aluminum Precision Products•Santa Ana, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Trim Press Operator performs machine set-up and inspects forged parts. They make necessary adjustments to the set-ups. This role requires maintaining a safe work environment, visually and tactilely inspecting forged parts and work pieces for excess metal, and performing tooling set-up as required for specified parts. The operator will mount parts and work pieces in a holding fixture or hand hold to secure them, remove defects with air-powered deburring tools, and maintain accurate part and/or work piece counts. Ensuring quality and production requirements are met, as per job-specific travelers, is crucial. The role involves participating in total quality management projects, LEAN manufacturing, and SPC activities for continuous improvement. Adherence to APP’s policies and procedures, including code of conduct, ethics, product safety, employee safety, and cultural beliefs, is mandatory. The operator must also ensure adherence to all process specifications and support plant quality, system goals, improvements, and productivity goals within the scope of the job. Additional duties may be assigned by APP leadership.

Requirements

Maintain a safe work environment.
English (reading, writing, verbal and comprehension).
Understand written and verbal instructions.
Maintain focus on tasks throughout a scheduled shift.
Keep accurate part counts.
Demonstrate proficiency in basic mathematics.
Recognize any mechanical dysfunctions or risks and notify a supervisor.
Maintain an acceptable attendance record.
Follow and respect supervisor’s direction.
Ensure quality parts to meet customers’ and APP’s requirements.
Work at an acceptable level of productivity.
Maintain a non-combative, positive work attitude.
Uphold safe, honest work habits and practices.
Follow company policies and procedures.
Willingness to be cross-trained on multiple operations.
Communicate effectively and professionally with all employees across all levels and departments at APP.
In compliance with ITAR regulations, must be a US Citizen or US Person (U.S. Person = a natural person who is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

Responsibilities

Perform machine set-up.
Inspect forged parts and work pieces for excess metal visually and by touch.
Make adjustments to set-ups as necessary.
Perform tooling set-up as required for specified parts.
Mount parts and work pieces in holding fixture or hand hold to secure.
Remove defects with air-powered deburring tools.
Maintain accurate part and/or work piece counts.
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.
Perform any other duties not mentioned above when instructed to do so by the APP leadership.