Manufacturing Trainee

Manufacturing Trainee

Are you looking for more than just a job? Do you want a career with opportunities to learn and advance? Join Penn United’s Manufacturing Training Program to jump start your new career. Our Manufacturing Training Program is a PAID intensive training program designed to provide you with the fundamental skills needed for a career in manufacturing.

What We Offer You:

• This is an entry-level, full-time trainee position providing classroom and On-the-Job-Training (OJT)
• This Manufacturing Training Program is PAID training
• No tuition cost to the student
• All training materials are provided by Penn United

Training will include in-person instructor-led, on-line curriculum, and On-Job-Training (OJT) in the following:

• Shop Safety
• Precision Machining Technology
• Basic Math and Basic Blueprint Reading
• Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing
• Precision Measurement
• Basic Shop Machinery
• Computer Numerical Control (CNC)

Responsibilities:

• Work under the guidance of experienced professionals to learn manufacturing skills and apply knowledge learned to on-the-job work assignments
• Report to work on time, ready to learn and accomplish tasks
• Regularly attend Manufacturing Training Program classes and OJT
• Meet all class assignment deadlines and standards
• Work on the shop floor to learn required tasks, meeting leadership expectations
• Perform general daily cleanup of work area

When and Where:

• The Manufacturing Training Program is scheduled to begin in June 2026
• In-classroom learning will be 7:00 am – 3:30 pm Monday through Friday.
• Classroom training will be conducted at Penn United’s Carl E. Jones Learning Institute, Cabot PA

Qualifications :

We can only accept 5 people into the training program. To be eligible for consideration:

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent
• Must successfully pass aptitude assessment and interview
• Must have strong mechanical ability, and math & problem-solving skills
• A strong work ethic of dependability as demonstrated in regular attendance and punctuality
• Must have the ability to work any combination of daylight, afternoon, and/or midnight shifts after initial classroom training is completed
• Must be able to successfully pass pre-employment physical, drug screen, and criminal background check
• Some vocational-technical training preferred, not required

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 TWO PAY INCREASES IN THE FIRST YEAR
• 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 of Vacation (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
  • On-site cafeteria
  • Temperature-controlled buildings
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Safety Equipment (PPE) Reimbursement

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 Progressive Die Design and Assembly, 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability