Tool and Design Assistant - 1st Shift

Job Summary:
The Tool and Design Assistant will be responsible for distributing departmental records, supporting companywide manufacturing processes. The position requires intercompany departmental collaboration related to aluminum aerospace open and closed die forgings. The Tool and Design Assistant will be working as part of cross-functional teams to focus on the improvement of safety, quality, throughput, and cost efficiency while ensuring compliance with aerospace industry and APP standards.

Job Requirements:

Document review new and existing job documents, I.E. (drawings/model comparisons), and route 3D Cad files for design and tool builds in compliance with APP document control procedures.
Maintain digital and hardcopy master files facilitated through APPs NPI Group.
Work in coordination with Product Development Engineer and continuous improvement teams to generate data, (OTD, costing, efficiency, effectiveness), for improvement projects.

Maintain and release ECR, ECN, and Operational Record Sheets per APP document control procedures.

Model downloads, (customer FTP sites).
IFS P.O. creation, (tooling, supplies).
Route pending engineering changes, (Customer revision level inquiries).
Perform other duties as required by APP Leadership that are essential with the job duties.

Skill Requirements:

Intermediate Computer Skills: Applicant Should comfortably work with standard PC applications, (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Outlook, Internet) as well as using ERP and related computer programs.
English (reading, writing, verbal, comprehend).
Excellent written, verbal and presentation communication skills.
Basic add, subtract, multiply, divide, percentages.
Have a positive and have a professional attitude.
Must be willing and able to drive results.
Possess critical thinking, problem solving, and deductive reasoning skills.
Possess organizational, analytical, writing, and people skills.
Ability to travel for business.
Basic knowledge of interpreting blueprints, customer specifications, GD&T.
Ability to use various measuring equipment required for the job.
Basic knowledge of CAD/CAM software.
Effectively communicate across departments and personnel.

This position may require access to information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

APP Employee Requirements:

Maintain a safe and clean work environment.

Maintain an acceptable attendance record.
Report any equipment or facility defect(s) to Supervisor.
Ensure any accident or injury is promptly reported.
Always comply with proper PPE.
Must be able to operate in a drug-free workplace.
Comply with APP’s policies and procedures, including our code of conduct, ethics, product safety, employee safety and cultural beliefs.
Ensure adherence to all process specifications.
Must attend all training required to advance skills related to the job

Why work for APP?

On-the-job training and opportunities for advancement with a strong promote within program.

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

Compensation: $20.00 - $23.97 an hour. This is the lowest to highest hourly rate we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.