Blacksmith Apprentice

About the Role

Aluminum Precision Products (APP) is seeking a Blacksmith Apprentice for the 1st Shift. This role offers on-the-job training and opportunities for advancement within a globally recognized leader in manufacturing aluminum forgings.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform set-up and adjustments to bolts, clamps, and burner assemblies.
• 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 using tongs, hydraulic clamps, air-assisted hoist, and/or overhead crane.
• Operate the forging press at the console.
• Lubricate die surfaces and stock/parts.
• Maintain accurate part-counts of current production.
• Assure quality and production requirements are met as per job-specific travelers.
• Higher levels may involve performing in-process inspection, running standard and complex closed die shapes, operating forging presses for Hand Forge operations and stress relieve, operating the billet saw, and training all levels.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Basic English (reading, writing, verbal, and comprehension).
• Ability to communicate with co-workers, supervisors, and QC personnel.
• Basic Math and Measuring skills.
• Ability to use and operate equipment and machinery.
• Ability to follow specific instructions and directions.
• Able to work in a demanding fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of High School or equivalent.
• 3+ months of related manufacturing/production experience.
• Pass Written and Practical Test (required for Level 1 and Level 2).

Experience Levels and Compensation

• Apprentice: $20 - $22.00 per hour
• Level 1: $22 - $24.50 per hour
• Level 2: $24 - $27.50 per hour
• Level 3: $27 - $32 per hour

Compensation will be based on relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

Benefits

• On-the-job training and opportunities for advancement.
• Medical, Dental, Vision.
• Life insurance (100% company paid).
• Generous Vacation Time.
• 9 Paid Holidays.
• Holiday Shut Down (Christmas thru New Year’s).
• Sick Time.
• Annual Bonus.
• 401k (Company matches up to 4%).
• ESOP Employee Profit Sharing Retirement Plan (100% Company Paid).
• Tuition reimbursement.

Additional Information

• This role may require access to information subject to ITAR and/or EAR regulations.
• Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, or eligible for required authorizations.