Apprentice Machine Operator – Precision Machining Path

Penn United Technologies, Inc.; Saxonburg (PA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K with company match

ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

Profit sharing

Paid time off

On-site cafeteria

PPE reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Shift differential

Job summary

Penn United Technologies, Inc. is seeking an Apprentice – Machine Operator for the Preform department at our Carbide facility. This full‑time role emphasizes precision work, learning a high‑demand skill, and growth within an employee‑owned company. Daylight shifts are primary, with afternoon or midnight coverage as needed.

You will read prints, set up and operate manual and CNC machines, and measure with calipers and micrometers while attending on‑site apprenticeship classes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must have math and mechanical aptitude for precision work.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Must be available for daylight shifts, with afternoon/midnight coverage as needed; 8–10 hour days; lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Read prints and job orders to determine specs and tolerances.
• Set up and select fixtures, tools, and materials on machines.
• Operate manual and CNC lathes, mills, jig bores, and grinders to meet specifications.
• Set controls and input commands for machine operation.
• Verify finished work with precision measuring devices (calipers, micrometers, gauges).
• Attend on-site apprenticeship classes while performing shop floor duties.

Skills

Math aptitude

Mechanical aptitude

Precision work

Teamwork

Independence

Shift flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lathes

Mills

Grinders

Jig bores

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Penn United Technologies, Inc. is seeking an Apprentice – Machine Operator for the Preform department at our Carbide facility. This full‑time role emphasizes precision work, learning a high‑demand skill, and growth within an employee‑owned company. Daylight shifts are primary, with afternoon or midnight coverage as needed.

You will read prints, set up and operate manual and CNC machines, and measure with calipers and micrometers while attending on‑site apprenticeship classes.