Blacksmith Apprentice - 2nd Shift

St, Santa Ana, CA 92704, USA

Posted Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 11:00 AM

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, 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:

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
• 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

• 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
• 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

Level 2

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Must have ability to display skills of Level 1 plus:

• Perform in-process inspection of product.

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
• Ability to use and operate equipment and machinery.
• Ability to follow specific instructions and directions
• Able to work in a demanding fast paced environment.

Level 3

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Must have ability to display talents of Level 1 & 2

• 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.
  
  S. Person = a natural…