Apprentice - Machinist

Penn United Technologies, Inc.; Jefferson Township (Berks County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP 7%

401(k) company match

Profit sharing

PTO 15 days

9 holidays

Health benefits

On-site cafeteria

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Penn United Technologies, Inc. is seeking an Apprentice - Machinist to train on a 4-year pathway in our Carbide Division. Join a hands-on program with on-the-job training, potentially advancing to journeyworker status while contributing to precision manufacturing.

The role supports rotating daylight and afternoon shifts with a 10% shift premium for non-daylight schedules. The company emphasizes employee ownership, a comprehensive benefits package, and ongoing skill development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to read prints and interpret job orders.
• Willingness to rotate shifts and lift up to 40 lbs.
• Experience with lathes, mills or grinders preferred.

Responsibilities

• Attend on-site apprenticeship classes and on-the-job learning, progressing in a 4-year program.
• Prioritize, plan and prepare work; determine sequence of operations.
• Read prints & job orders to determine dimensions and setup machines.
• Set up and operate 5-axis CNC lathes and CNC mills to meet specs.
• Calculate and set controls or enter commands for machine CNC media.
• Verify finished work against specifications using micrometers and calipers.

Skills

Math & mechanical aptitude

Precision work

Independent work

Blueprint reading

Lifting 40 lbs & standing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Apprentice - Machinist

Penn United Technologies, Inc. is now accepting applications for a full-time Apprentice - Machinist to join our Component Manufacturing team at our Carbide Division. This is an excellent opportunity to launch a hands-on career in the precision manufacturing industry with on-the-job training and advancement pathways based on your skill development.

To learn more about the Carbide Manufacturing at Penn United, please visit https://www.pennunited.com/carbide-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 and offers outstanding benefits. This role requires the flexibility to rotate among daylight and afternoon shifts. A 10% shift premium is offered for non-daylight shifts.

What You'll Do:

As an Apprentice - Machinist, you will learn a skill which is in high demand and grow professionally in a career within our employee-owned company. Essential responsibilities include:

• Attend on-site apprenticeship classes, in addition to on-the-job learning, while performing responsibilities on the shop floor. This is a state recognized Apprenticeship program leading to Journeyworker papers upon completion of the 4-year training program.
• Prioritize, plan and prepare work. Analyze tasks and establish appropriate sequence of operations
• Read prints & job orders to determine dimensions and machine set-up
• Set-up and operate various machining equipment such as 5 axis CNC lathes, and CNC mills in order to machine components to precise customer specifications
• Calculate and set controls to regulate machining factors or enter commands to retrieve, input or edit computerized machine control media.
• Verify conformance of finished work piece to specifications using precision measuring devices (such as micrometers, calipers, gauges, etc.)

Qualifications

What We're Looking For:

Knowledge & Skills:

• Have excellent math & mechanical skills/aptitude
• The ability & desire to do precision work
• Able to work well independently and cooperatively with team
• Knowledge of blueprint reading, and precision measurement tools such as calipers and micrometers strongly preferred, but not required
• Candidates must be able to work shifts, lift up to 40 lbs., and stand 8-10 hours per day.

Education/Experience:

• Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience with lathes, mills and/or surface grinders is preferred, but not required
• Experience with blueprint reading and measurement tolls such as calipers & micrometers is a plus

What We Provide to You:

We offer an array of excellent 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 throughout the 4-year, state recognized apprenticeship 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: 7% 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 Insurance Coverage

• On-site cafeteria
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Safety Equipment (PPE) Reimbursement
• Company Provided FR Uniforms
• Years of Service Recognition Awards
• Temperature Controlled Buildings

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 north of Pittsburgh in Butler County.

Equal Opportunity Employer /Veterans/Disability