Apprentice Quality Inspector

Penn United Technologies; Cabot (PA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

On-site cafeteria

Temperature-controlled facilities

Tuition Reimbursement

PPE Reimbursement

Years of Service Recognition Awards

Profit sharing / ESOP

Job summary

Penn United Technologies, Inc. is seeking a full-time Apprentice Quality Inspector to join our Stamping department.

This hands-on role blends on-the-job training with an in-house three-year certificate program to build a career in precision manufacturing on-site. You will perform part inspection, maintain logs, audit processes, and participate in First Article Inspections and SPC activities, while rotating across day, afternoon, and midnight shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Understanding of blueprint reading and inspection techniques is preferred.
• Strong accuracy, attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Good math, reading comprehension and problem-solving skills.
• Able to work independently and with teams; good communication.

Responsibilities

• Work with technicians to ensure quality parts meet requirements.
• Perform inspections and audits of materials and processes.
• Use precision inspection equipment (micrometers, indicators, height gages, etc.).
• Identify nonconforming products and place material on hold.
• Create and maintain inspection logs and quality documentation.
• Audit SPC charts and product samples; support First Article Inspections and related studies.
• Participate in the three-year apprenticeship program through on-site classes and training.
• Work rotating shifts (day, afternoon and midnight).

Skills

Blueprint reading

Inspection techniques

Attention to detail

Math skills

Problem-solving

Verbal & written comms

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Smart Scopes

Quest machines

Job description

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

Penn United Technologies, Inc. is currently seeking a full-time Apprentice Quality Inspector to join our Stamping department. This hands-on position combines on-the-job training with classroom instruction through our three-year, in-house certificate program, providing a unique opportunity to build a rewarding career in precision manufacturing. provide fully on-site quality assurance services in our Stamping Department. This person will perform part inspection and documentation in order to achieve 100% quality production, continually improve manufacturing processes, and ensure customer satisfaction.

What You’ll Do:

• Work alongside manufacturing technicians to achieve quality parts that meet or exceed customer requirements
• Perform inspections and audits of materials and manufacturing processes
• Use precision inspection equipment including micrometers, indicators, digital height gages, comparators, and other measuring tools
• Identify and report nonconforming products, placing affected material on hold
• Create, maintain and file inspection logs and quality documentation
• Audit manufacturing inspection logs and Statistical Process Control (SPC) charts, verifying with product samples
• Assist with or perform First Article Inspections, Gage R&R studies, Capability Studies and other quality activities
• Participate fully in the three-year apprenticeship program by attending on-site classes and actively engaging in on-the-job training
• SHIFTS: must be able to work weekly rotating shifts of daylight, afternoon and midnight schedules

Qualifications and What We’re Looking For:

• Understanding of blueprint reading and inspection techniques (preferred not required)
• High degree of accuracy, attention to detail and deadlines
• Strong reading, comprehension, math and problem-solving skills
• Visual acuity (20/20 vision or corrective lenses)
• Basic computer literacy, including Microsoft Office Suite
• Able to work well independently and cooperatively with teams
• Capable of completing applicable training on:
  • Statistics/Statistical Process Control
  • Measurement/inspection equipment
  • Technical Math
  • Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (dependent upon job assignment)
• Excellent organizational skills, self-motivated, able to effectively manage multiple tasks.
• Strong ability to professionally communicate using both verbal and written skills.

Required:

• Must be able to work rotating shifts of day, afternoon and midnight
• High school diploma or GED equivalent

Desired:

Experience with Smart Scopes and Quest machines

What We Provide to You:

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
• On-site company cafeteria
• Temperature-controlled facilities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Reimbursement
• Years of Service Recognition Awards

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, 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