Apprentice Press Technician

Apprentice Press Technician

Penn United Technologies, Inc., a leading advanced contract manufacturer, is currently accepting applications for a full-time Apprentice Press Technician to join our Stamping team. We are seeking candidates with strong mechanical aptitude who thrive in a collaborative manufacturing environment and take pride in delivering high-quality work.

Responsibilities:

• Learn, according to applicable apprenticeship standards for Press Technology, the knowledge and skills necessary to receive state certified journeyman’s papers upon completion of the program (typically 3 years)
• Learn to install, align, and lock dies into rams or beds of machines
• Set-up, operate and monitor progressive stamping die presses that punch, crimp, bend, etc.. to make quality metal parts
• Test and adjust machine feeds and speeds. Record operational, quality, and shipping documentation
• Clean and lubricate machines
• Regular attendance for on-site apprenticeship classes
• Follow all safety and quality programs and procedures

Shifts: Must be able to work rotating shifts of daylight, afternoon and midnight

Qualifications:

• Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent; some vocational-technical training preferred
• High level of technical, mechanical and math ability
• Desire to learn and ability to apply knowledge to on-the-job tasks
• Able to regularly attend required, on-site apprenticeship classes
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Service attitude, commitment to safety and quality
• Must be able to work weekly rotating shifts (day, afternoon and midnight)
• Able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs.

Compensation & benefits:
We offer an array of excellent benefits that reflect our commitment to the health and financial well-being of our employee-owners including:

• COMPETITIVE STARTING WAGE WITH THE OPPORTUNITY FOR PAY INCREASES EVERY 6 MONTHS DURING OUR 3 YEAR STATE RECOGNIZED PROGRAM
• HEALTH BENEFITS
  • Medical, dental, vision, Rx insurance that starts the first day
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Hearing Aid Coverage
• RETIREMENT
  • ESOP: 5% Company paid contribution to our Employee Stock Ownership Plan
  • 401K: 3% Company paid contribution
  • 401K: 50% Company paid match up to the first 6% you contribute
• MONTHLY PROFIT-SHARING PROGRAM
  
• WORK / LIFE BALANCE – Paid Time Away from Work
  • 15 Days Paid Time Off (PTO) your first year
  • 9 Paid Holidays
    
• OTHER INSURANCE COVERAGE
  • Group Term Life
  • Short Term Disability (after 90 days)
  • Long Term Disability (after 6 months)
  • Voluntary Benefit package
    
• ADDITIONAL BENEFITS
  • Shift Differential
  • On-site cafeteria
  • Temperature controlled buildings
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Safety Equipment (PPE) Reimbursement
  • Years of Service Recognition Awards

About Us:

Penn United, a leading advanced contract manufacturer since 1971, provides the highest quality precision manufactured solutions for our customers’ complex needs. Our broad range of manufacturing services support a variety of industries including defense and aerospace, medical, connectivity, energy, fluid handling, and precision components for consumer goods. Through our diverse range of capabilities which includes Engineering, Precision Machining/Grinding, Stamping, Carbide Manufacturing, Additive Manufacturing, Plastic Injection Molding and more, our work plays a vital role in products used around the world every day. Penn United Technologies currently employs over 650 people in our employee-owned precision manufacturing company, located about 35 miles northeast of Pittsburgh in Butler County. We offer meaningful, challenging work; comprehensive training and career advancement opportunities; and an exceptional compensation and benefits package designed to recognize and reward your contributions.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disability