Hot Inspector - 2nd Shift

About the role

We are looking for a Hot Inspector to perform inspection of hot in-process forgings to ensure the forging procedure is being followed correctly.

Responsibilities

• Inspect hot forgings for fill and any visible defects including metal flow defects.
• Inspect down-size (die closure) as per the AQS plan.
• Verify the surface finish, stock location and grain direction.
• Use various measurement instruments to verify the dimensions of forged parts.
• Compare inspection data with the required tolerances based on blueprints, travelers, and any accompanying documents.
• Actively communicate with quality control personnel, press leads, and press operators to ensure quality forgings.
• Participate in total quality management projects to achieve continuous improvement.
• Participate in LEAN manufacturing and SPC activities as required.
• Maintain an acceptable attendance record.
• Follow and respect supervisor’s direction.
• Ensure quality parts to meet customers’ and APP’s requirements.
• Work at an acceptable level of productivity.
• Maintain a non‑combative, positive work attitude.
• 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 APP’s policies and procedures, including our code of conduct and ethics policy, product safety, employee safety and cultural beliefs.
• 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 department manager.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State (due to ITAR/EAR access).
• Some high school, vocational school, or similar work experience preferred, but not required.

Skills

• Ability to read blueprints.
• Certified forklift operator.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision – Generous company contribution, low cost to employee.