Second-Shift Blacksmith Apprentice — Hands-On Craft & Growth

Colonial Group; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life insurance

Generous vacation

Paid holidays

Sick time

Annual bonus

401k

ESOP

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

APP in Santa Ana, CA is hiring an Apprentice for forging operations. You will set up, load, lubricate, and inspect parts across Level 1–3, under supervision and with Trainee guidance. Responsibilities expand with each level, including training others and operating presses, while meeting quality and production travelers.

Compensation shows hourly progression from $20–$32, with on-the-job training and benefits. This is an on-site manufacturing role with rapid skill advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Basic English (reading, writing, verbal and comprehend).
• Ability to communicate with co-workers, supervisor, and QC personnel.
• Basic Math and Measuring.

Responsibilities

• Perform set-up including 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.

Skills

Basic English

Communication with co-workers

Basic Math

Operate machinery

Follow instructions

Fast-paced environment

Education

High School or equivalent, 1-2 years

3+ months manufacturing/production experience

Pass Written and Practical Test

Job description

APP in Santa Ana, CA is hiring an Apprentice for forging operations. You will set up, load, lubricate, and inspect parts across Level 1–3, under supervision and with Trainee guidance. Responsibilities expand with each level, including training others and operating presses, while meeting quality and production travelers.

Compensation shows hourly progression from $20–$32, with on-the-job training and benefits. This is an on-site manufacturing role with rapid skill advancement opportunities.