Heat Treat Apprentice - 2nd Shift

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.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• 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.

Skill 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.
• 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.
• Ability to operate forklift strongly preferred.
• Microsoft Office skills a plus.

Why work for APP?:

• 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
• Compensation: $20.00 - $23.97 an hour
• This is the lowest to highest hourly rate we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting
• We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future
• An employee's pay within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs
• APP is an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) Company, and we are committed to the long-term growth of our organization and employees
• We offer an excellent benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and 401k plan
• This position may require access to information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)
• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State

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