Aluminum Precision Products · 1 day ago
Blacksmith Apprentice - 1st Shift
2621 S Susan St, Santa Ana, CA 92704, USA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$20/hr - $22/hr
0+ years expAluminum Precision Products (APP) is an international leader in manufacturing aluminum forgings. They are seeking a Blacksmith Apprentice who will set up and operate various forging presses while working closely with skilled blacksmiths to ensure quality production of parts.
AutomotiveManufacturing
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Perform set-up including any adjustments to bolts, clamps, and burner assemblies as needed
Load stock/parts into conveyor oven
Instruct Trainee to assure the production of quality parts
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
Operate the forging press at console
Lubricate die surfaces and stock/parts
Maintain accurate part-counts of current production
Instruct loader on use of the tong manipulator
Operate manipulator forklift
Perform in-process inspection of product
Run standard and complex closed die shapes (including wrap dies)
Instruct operator of the manipulator forklift
Operate the billet saw to cut raw material as necessary
Ability to train all levels
Ability to operate mechanical press
Skill to forge all closed die products
Skill to forge all hand forge products
Have an ability to operate billet saw
Qualification
Required
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 (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))
Basic English (reading, writing, verbal and comprehend)
Ability to communicate with co-workers, supervisor, and QC personnel
Basic Math and Measuring
Pass Written and Practical Test
Benefits
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
Company
Aluminum Precision Products
Aluminum Precision Products is an aviation & aerospace company providing engineering, tooling, and forging services.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
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Philip S. Keeler
Founder
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2025-07-04
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