Aluminum Precision Products · 18 hours ago
Press Lead - 2nd Shift
Santa Ana, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$21/hr - $25/hr
3+ years expAluminum Precision Products (APP) is an international leader in manufacturing aluminum forgings. They are looking for a Lead in their Press department to assist the supervisor in directing work activities and providing guidance to employees while also performing regular job functions.
AutomotiveManufacturing
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Work safe and maintain an organized, lean work environment
Strong commitment to good attendance and being on time is critical as attendance is vital to our operation
Perform all functions of a Press Operator
Will provide work direction, instruction, feedback and assist Press Department team in performance of job duties
Explain use of tools, equipment and production process
Confirm all employees report to work at the start of the shift
Effectively and professionally communicate with employees across all levels and departments within APP
Provide job cross-training when/where necessary
Retrieve the forged part from the die and place into etch basket
Maintain accurate part-counts of current production
Assure quality and production requirements are met, as per job-specific travelers
Act as first point of contact for troubleshooting and issue resolution or escalation
Maintain regular communication with Lead A and Supervisor
Perform any other duties not mentioned above when instructed to do so by the department manager
Qualification
Required
3+ years experience in a production environment
Prior experience in a press department or forging would be a plus
Wear proper Personal Protection Equipment in work area at all time
Must be able to operate in a drug-free workplace
In compliance with ITAR regulations, must be a US Citizen or US Person
English (reading, writing, and verbal comprehension)
Must be able to work overtime when required to meet operational deadlines
Position involves constant rotation to move parts from press to basket
Ability to frequently lift parts that can exceed 30 lbs. to and from press using material handling equipment for assistance
Benefits
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
Company
Aluminum Precision Products
Aluminum Precision Products is an aviation & aerospace company providing engineering, tooling, and forging services.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
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Philip S. Keeler
Founder
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2025-07-04
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