Apprentice Electroplating Technician

Penn United Technologies; Cabot, Sarver (PA, PA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Tuition Reimbursement

PPE Reimbursement

Temperature-controlled facilities

Job summary

Penn United Technologies, Inc. is hiring for an Apprentice Electroplating Technician in Cabot, PA. This full-time, three-year in-house certificate program combines on-the-job training with classroom instruction to build a career in precision manufacturing.

The role requires rotating shifts (day, afternoon, midnight) with a 10% shift premium for non-day shifts. We offer comprehensive benefits and opportunities for advancement within a values-driven, employee-owned company.

Qualifications

• Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Technical, mechanical and math ability.
• Attention to detail and ability to prioritize.
• Able to work as part of a team.
• Able to rotate shifts (day, afternoon, midnight).
• Able to lift 40 lbs. and stand/walk for 8 hours.

Responsibilities

• Work on the plating shop floor to learn required tasks.
• Attend apprenticeship classes on site.
• Manage plating lines: setup, plating, inspection, and parts prep for shipping.
• Minimize setup and maintenance time.
• Maintain job tracking system and inventories.
• Follow safety and quality plans and production schedules.
• Rotate weekly among daylight, afternoon and midnight shifts.

Skills

Technical aptitude

Mechanical ability

Math proficiency

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Cabot, PA 16023, Position Type: Full Time, Job Shift: Rotate between day, afternoon and/or mid, Job Category: Manufacturing, Apprentice Electroplating Technician

Penn United Technologies, Inc. is actively hiring for a full-time Apprentice Electroplating Technician for our expanding Plating facility. This hands-on position combines on-the-job training with classroom instruction in this three-year, in-house certificate program providing a unique opportunity to build a rewarding career in precision manufacturing.

We’re seeking motivated, reliable individuals who are ready to build a long-term career and become part of a company that values its team members, offers outstanding benefits, and provides advancement opportunities. This role requires the ability to rotate weekly among daylight, afternoon, and midnight shifts, with a 10% shift premium for non-daylight shifts.

What You’ll Do:

• Work on the plating shop floor in order to learn required job tasks
• Regularly attend apprenticeship classes held on site
• Manage the activities of the plating parts, including setup and maintenance of the lines, plating and inspection of the parts, and the preparation of parts for shipping.
• Strive to keep setup and maintenance time to a minimum
• Maintain job tracking system
• Ensure that chemical inventories are adequately maintained at all times and that orders are properly filed
• Follow all safety and quality plans
• Study the production schedule and estimate the requirements for completing an order efficiently and effectively
• Rotate, on a weekly basis, from daylight, afternoon and midnight shifts

Qualifications:

What We’re Looking For:

• Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Technical, mechanical and math ability
• Attention to detail and ability to prioritize
• Able to work as part of a team
• Able to work daylight, afternoon, and midnight rotating shifts
• Able to lift 40 lbs., and stand/walk for 8 hours.

What We Provide to You:

Penn United offers an outstanding array of employee benefits that reflect our commitment to the health and financial well-being of our employee-owners, including:

Competitive Pay

• Competitive starting wage
• Opportunity for pay increases every 6 months during the 3 year in-house certificate program

Health & Wellness Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Coverage beginning on your first day
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Hearing Aid Coverage

Retirement Benefits

• ESOP: 5% company-paid contribution to Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• 401(k): 3% company-paid contribution
• 401(k): 50% company match up to the first 6% you contribute

Additional Financial Rewards

• Monthly Profit-Sharing Program

Work-Life Balance

• 15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) during your first year
• 9 Paid Holidays

Additional Insurance Coverage

• Group Term Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability (after 90 days)
• Long-Term Disability (after 6 months)
• Voluntary Benefits Package

Additional Perks

• Shift differential
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Reimbursement
• Years of Service Recognition Awards
• Temperature-controlled facilities

About Penn United Technologies:

Since 1971, Penn United Technologies has been a leading advanced contract manufacturer providing precision-engineered solutions for customers with complex manufacturing needs. We serve a diverse range of industries including aerospace and defense, medical, connectivity, energy, fluid handling, and consumer products. Our capabilities span Engineering, Precision Machining & Grinding, Stamping, Electroplating, Carbide Manufacturing, Additive Manufacturing and more—supporting products that impact lives around the world every day. At Penn United Technologies, quality, innovation, and employee ownership are at the heart of everything we do.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disability