Die Shop Helper - 2nd Shift

Aluminum Precision Products; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life insurance

Vacation time

Holidays & shutdown

Sick time

Annual bonus

401k

ESOP

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Aluminum Precision Products is seeking a Dieshop Helper to learn polishing dies, taking casts, and operating shop machinery. Training will be provided, with emphasis on safety, quality, and timely production.

Responsibilities include die prep, tooling inspection, and aiding in die storage and maintenance. Candidates should be punctual, able to work overtime, and comply with ITAR/EAR requirements.

Qualifications

• PPE required in work area at all times.
• Must be able to operate in a drug-free workplace.
• English (Speaking, Reading, and Verbal Comprehension).
• Forklift Certification.

Responsibilities

• Operate and support die shop equipment and tooling.
• Polish dies and prepare them for next production run.
• Evaluate tooling for damage and wear.
• Maintain die shop housekeeping and organize tooling storage.
• Assist in meeting production deadlines and safety requirements.

Tools

Deburring Tools

Grinders

Hand drills

Forklift Certification

Job description

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

We are looking for a DIESHOP HELPER that can start working right away. We will train a person to polish dies, take casts, turn stock and to operate all of our machinery.

Job Requirements

• 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.
• Evaluate tooling for damage and wear.
• Must be able to work overtime when required to meet operational deadlines.
• Return used tooling from presses to die shop for evaluation.
• Examine and inspect tooling to recognize a potential problem.
• Evaluate and Polish dies, preparing them for next production run.
• Understanding of die storage system.
• Ability to remove and place tooling in proper location.
• Clean and lubricate equipment.
• Prepare raw materials for processing.
• Maintain housekeeping and organize Die Shop.
• Assure that the quality of tooling requirements is met.

Skill Requirements

• Wear proper Personal Protection Equipment in work area at all times.
• Must be able to operate in a drug-free workplace.
• Use various tools. (i.e., Deburring Tools, Grinders and Hand drills).
• English (Speaking, Reading, and Verbal Comprehension).
• Forklift Certification.

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.

Why work for APP?

• 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 HolidaysHoliday 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

Compensation: $18.00 - $20.00 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.

APP, Inc. engineers and manufactures certain products that are considered ITAR-controlled items under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Consistent with ITAR, any position at APP, Inc. that involves work with the engineering or manufacturing functions of the Company may only be filled by a candidate who is (i) a citizen of the United States, or (ii) a person who has been accorded the privilege of residing permanently in the United States as an immigrant in accordance with the immigration laws. Are you a U.S. Citizen or U.S. 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).)

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Aluminum Precision Products, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and vets.