Blacksmith Apprentice - 1st Shift

Job Summary: Blacksmith sets up and operates the various forging presses, working in constant communication with the Blacksmith Apprentice. See different levels below: Apprentice

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Perform set-up including any 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.

Minimum Required Qualifications: Education and/or Experience:1 -2 years of High School or equivalent.3+ month's related manufacturing/production experience. In compliance with ITAR regulations, must be a US Citizen or US 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)).Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: Basic English (reading, writing, verbal and comprehend)Ability to communicate with co-workers, supervisor, and QC personnel Basic Math and Measuring Level 1

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Closed Die: Operate the forging press at console. Lubricate die surfaces and stock/parts. Instruct Trainee to assure the production of quality parts. Maintain accurate part-counts of current production. Assure quality and production requirements are met, as per job-specific travelers. Hand Forge: Instruct loader on use of the tong manipulator Operate manipulator forklift Perform in-process inspection of product Assure quality and production requirements are met, as per job-specific travelers

Minimum Required Qualifications: Education and/or Experience:1-2 years of High School or equivalent.3+ month's related manufacturing/production experience. Pass Written and Practical Test In compliance with ITAR regulations, must be a US Citizen or US 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)).Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: Basic English (reading, writing, verbal and comprehend)Ability to communicate with co-workers, supervisor, and QC personnel Basic Math and Measuring Level 2

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Must have ability to display skills of Level 1 plus: Closed Die: Perform in-process inspection of product. Run standard and complex closed die shapes (including wrap dies)Hand Forge: Operate forging press for Hand Forge operations and stress relieve. In-process Inspection of Hand Forgings Instruct operator of the manipulator forklift. Operate the billet saw to cut raw material as necessary.

Minimum Required Qualifications: Education and/or Experience:1-2 years of High School or equivalent.3+ month's related manufacturing/production experience. Pass Written and Practical Test In compliance with ITAR regulations, must be a US Citizen or US 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)).Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: Basic English (reading, writing, verbal and comprehend)Ability to communicate with co-workers, supervisor, and QC personnel Basic Math and Measuring Level 3

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Must have ability to display talents of Level 1 & 2 Closed Die: Ability to train all levels Ability to operate mechanical press Skill to forge all closed die products Hand Forge: Ability to train all levels Skill to forge all hand forge products Have an ability to operate billet saw

Minimum Required Qualifications: Education and/or Experience:1-2 years of High School or equivalent. In compliance with ITAR regulations, must be a US Citizen or US 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)).Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: Basic English (reading, writing, verbal and comprehend)Ability to communicate with co-workers, supervisor, and QC personnel Basic Math and measuring Ability to use and operate equipment and machinery. Ability to follow specific instructions and directions Able to work in a demanding fast paced environment. 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: Apprentice: $20 - 22.00 per hour Level 1: $22 - $24.50 per hour