Hot Die Forging Technician (Weekend-1st Shift)

ATI is a global manufacturer of technically advanced specialty materials and complex components. Our Irvine, CA, location plays a vital role in our Forged Products division by producing jet engine components for aerospace customers.

About the role

This role assists press operators by performing a variety of tasks supporting the forging process of high-performance materials used in jet engine components for the aerospace industry. A successful forging technician works collaboratively with the team, possesses a continuous improvement mindset, and the ability to accurately execute written work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Preparing metal stock for forging, positioning hot metal stock on hot dies, and extracting hot forgings from dies
• Completing quality assurance and part tracking documentation
• Preparing thermocouple wiring
• Operating a forklift following safe work practices
• Other duties as assigned by supervision

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multi-task
• Ability to perform basic math
• Ability to read, comprehend, and execute written instructions
• Heavy lifting
• Dedication to safe work practices

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a related field
• Forklift experience
• Quality assurance experience
• Mechanically inclined

We will train motivated, entry-level candidates.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay with variable additional compensation opportunities
• Top 401K plan, including company match
• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Life insurance, short and long-term disability, Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Programs
• 15–20 days of paid vacation time based on work experience, along with 12 paid holidays
• Performance bonus
• Optional employee-paid programs such as Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, and Pet Insurance

Our Total Rewards program and options available to an employee may vary depending on multiple factors, including location and hire date.

Pay

Hourly pay rate: $23.00 to $28.00 per hour, based on candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Schedule

Weekend Shift (Fri–Sun): 4pm–5am