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Lab Technician - 1st Shift

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Aluminum Precision Products

Santa Ana, CA (In Person)

$46,540 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 4 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/21/2026

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Job Description

Lab Technician
  • 1st Shift Aluminum Precision Products
  • 3.4 Santa Ana, CA Job Details Full-time $20.00
  • $24.
75 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Profit sharing Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement On-the-job training Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee stock ownership plan Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Qualifications English Material testing Continuous improvement Milling Quality standards in production Chemical analysis Implementing lean manufacturing processes CNC machining Full Job Description 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:
We are looking for a Lab Technician to join our Metallurgical Lab team who perform a variety of testing to ensure our products meeting/exceeding industry/customer requirements.
Job Requirements:
Perform hardness and conductivity testing on test materials. Operate band saw to excise tensile blanks from test materials per internal and customer requirements. Use CNC machine to turn test blanks into tensile specimens. Perform tensile testing. Perform metallography (sectioning, mounting, milling, polishing, etching, and rating). Perform chemical analysis. Assure quality requirements are met as per the job specific flow-downs. Participate continuous improvement, LEAN manufacturing, 5S. Perform other duties as instructed by the Lab Manager or Lead Tech.
Skill Requirements:
Saw cutting experiences highly desired. Blueprint reading skills strongly preferred. CNC machining and Forklift driving skills are a plus. 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). 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
  • $24.
75 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. APP is an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) Company and we are committed to the long term growth of our organization and employees. We offer an excellent benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and 401k plan. APP, Inc. engineers and manufactures certain products that are considered ITAR-controlled items under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Consistent with ITAR, any position at APP, Inc. that involves work with the engineering or manufacturing functions of the Company may only be filled by a candidate who is (i) a citizen of the United States, or (ii) a person who has been accorded the privilege of residing permanently in the United States as an immigrant in accordance with the immigration laws. Are you a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Person? (U.S. Person = a natural person who is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).)
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