Entry Level Manufacturing/Production

Colonial Group; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Medical & Vision

Life insurance

Vacation time

9 paid holidays

Holiday shutdown

Sick time

Annual bonus

401k match

ESOP

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

APP is hiring entry-level production workers to forge aluminum products across departments. On-the-job training is provided, with opportunities for growth within the company. Multiple shifts available, including potential overtime on Saturdays.

Safety, attendance, and teamwork are essential components of this role. Ideal candidates will communicate effectively in English, follow instructions precisely, and be willing to grow through cross-training and adherence to company policies.

Qualifications

• Must be safety conscious and wear PPE at all times.
• Ability to follow specific instructions and directions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, demanding environment.
• Willingness to work overtime when required to meet deadlines.
• English reading, writing, and verbal comprehension.

Responsibilities

• Forge aluminum products in the assigned department.
• Maintain quality parts to meet customers’ and APP’s requirements.
• Follow company policies and procedures and work with a team.
• Be willing to cross-train on multiple operations to support continuous improvement.
• Maintain a good attendance record and a positive work attitude.

Skills

English proficiency

Job description

Job Summary:

We are looking for an entry level production worker who can work in any one of our departments to forge aluminum products. We have multiple positions open, we will provide on the job training, and there are opportunities for growth within the company.

Shift:

1st - Monday - Thursday 5:00AM - 3:30PM and Friday 5:00AM - 1:30PM. In addition to the regular schedule, Saturdays may require overtime work on a frequent basis.

2nd - Monday - Thursday 3:30PM - 2:00AM and Friday 1:30PM - 10:00PM. In addition to the regular schedule, Saturdays may require overtime work on a frequent basis.

Standards of Performance

• Will be safety conscious and put safety first
• Wear proper Personal Protection Equipment in work area at all times.
• Maintain an acceptable attendance record
• Ability to communicate with co-workers and supervisors
• Ability to follow specific instructions and directions
• Follow and respect leadership’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
• Follow company policies and procedures
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Able to work in a demanding fast-paced environment
• Able to work overtime when required to meet operational deadlines.
• Must be able to operate in a drug-free workplace.
• To achieve continuous improvement, APP expects a willingness from employees to be cross trained on multiple operations

Skill Requirements:

• English (reading, writing, and verbal comprehension)

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are typical of most jobs but can vary depending on the specific job:

• Employees may frequently lift parts weighing up to 50 lbs
• Use handling equipment to assist with moving parts that exceed 50 lbs.
• Use of both hands, use of hand tools, power tools and related equipment
• Capable of repetitive reaching, twisting and bending
• Be able to stand on feet 80% of the time during a work schedule

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are typical of most jobs but can vary depending on the specific job:

• Employees are occasionally exposed to moving forklifts, working plant machinery and power tools.
• Work environment is indoors. Workstation is located in an industrial manufacturing plant.
• Exposure to sharp aluminum shavings and burr chips.
• Moderate-to-high vibration by industrial machinery and power tools.
• Temperature in work area can exceed 90F throughout the work year.
• Noise level in the work environment usually vary from moderate to high.

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

This job may be a good fit if you have experience as an Assembler, Deburrer, Grinder, Polisher, Production Worker, Machine Operator, Construction Laborer, Warehouse Associate, Metal Worker, General Labor, Maintenance or any entry level manufacturing roles.

Compensation:

$18.00 - $22.00 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.