Conventional Machinist - 1st Shift (5AM - 3:30PM) Aerospace/Manufacturing

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:

The CONVENTIONAL MACHINIST operates conventional Die Shop machinery to prepare dies for use on a forging press and make the associated miscellaneous forge tooling.

Job Requirements:

• Efficient in basic shop math.
• Read die drawings and blueprints.
• Lay out own work on machines according to die requirements.
• Set-up and operate all conventional Die Shop machinery including mills, lathes, drill presses, grinders, etc. with little or no supervision.
• Machine wraps and rings.
• Make miscellaneous forge tooling.
• Recognize and replace any dull or chipped tooling.
• Transport dies by forklift.
• Perform basic die repair.
• Re-work tryout dies as required.
• Assure quality and production requirements are met.
• Participate in total quality management projects to achieve continuous improvement.
• Participate in LEAN manufacturing and SPC activities as required.
• Ensure quality parts to meet customers' and APP's requirements.
• Work at an acceptable level of productivity.
• Uphold safe and honest work habits and practices.
• Follow company policies and procedures.
• In an effort to achieve continuous improvement, APP expects a willingness from employees to be cross-trained on multiple operations.
• Ensure adherence to all process specifications.
• Support the Plant quality system goals / improvements & productivity goals / improvements within the scope of the job.
• Perform any other duties not mentioned above when instructed to do so by the APP leadership.

• Minimum 3 years of similar machining experience required.
• Must be certified to operate a forklift.
• Some on-the-job training is provided for this position.
• Read and comprehend blueprints and die designs.
• Demonstrate proficiency with shop math including calculations with decimals and fractions, basic trigonometry and geometry.
• Use and read precision measuring instruments.
• English (reading, writing, verbal and comprehension).
• Highly detailed, organized and deadline-oriented, with the ability to prioritize, focus and thrive in a high paced multi-tasking environment.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with all employees across all levels and departments at APP.

• 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