Blacksmith Apprentice; 2nd Shift, Press
Listed on 2026-07-05
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Assembly, Production Associate / Production Line
Blacksmith
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: Blacksmith sets up and operates the various forging presses, working in constant communication with the Blacksmith Apprentice. See different levels below:
ApprenticeEssential 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
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
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
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…
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