Electroplating Technician

Penn United Technologies, Inc.; Cabot (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

ESOP

401(k) match

Profit sharing

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

PPE reimbursement

Job summary

Penn United Technologies, Inc. is seeking a full-time Electroplating Technician to support setup and maintenance of plating lines. You will work with a skilled team to ensure high-quality parts and efficient production.

You will interpret job orders, monitor inventories, perform inspections, and keep production records across rotating daylight, afternoon, and midnight shifts. Competitive wage and comprehensive benefits accompany the role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work effectively under pressure and with a heavy workload.
• Ability to make quick, effective, and accurate decisions.
• Solid technical, mechanical, and mathematical skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs.
• Must be able to stand and walk an 8-hour shift.
• Must be able to work weekly rotating shifts of daylight, afternoon and midnight.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the setup and maintenance of the plating lines.
• Assist with plating and inspection of parts.
• Assist with preparation of parts for shipping.
• Interpret specifications, part prints, and job orders used for setup and inspections.
• Maintain a job tracking system.
• Help track and maintain chemical inventories used in plating.
• Perform visual inspection of plated products, using a microscope.
• Study production schedules and estimate material requirements for orders.
• Perform procedures to meet schedules with knowledge of machine capacities.
• Maintain accurate time and production records.
• Conduct housekeeping duties on the line.

Skills

Self-motivation

Work under pressure

Decision making

Attention to detail

Mechanical/mathematics

Physical stamina

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Electroplating Technician

Join Penn United Technologies as a Full‑Time Electroplating Technician. You’ll work alongside a skilled plating team to help set up and maintain electroplating operations, contributing to the production of high‑quality products for our customers.

At Penn United, you’ll find rewarding work, opportunities for professional growth, and a comprehensive compensation and benefits package designed to support your success.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the efficient setup and maintenance of the plating lines
• Assist with plating and inspection of the parts
• Assist with the preparation of parts for shipping
• Interpret specifications, internal part prints used for part set‑up and inspections, and job orders
• Maintain a job tracking system
• Help track and maintain chemical inventories used in the plating process
• Perform visual inspection of all plated products, using a microscope
• Study the production schedule and estimate the requirements for completing an order efficiently and effectively
• Perform work procedures to meet schedules, using knowledge of capacities of the machines and equipment
• Maintain accurate time and production records
• Perform necessary housekeeping duties on the line

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Self‑motivated, ability to work effectively under pressure and with a heavy work load
• Able to make quick, effective and accurate decisions
• Solid technical, mechanical and mathematical skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs.
• Must be able to stand and walk throughout an 8‑hour shift
• Must be able to work weekly rotating shifts of daylight, afternoon and midnight shifts

Compensation & Benefits

• 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
  • 401(k): 3% company‑paid contribution
  • 401(k): 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 vacation paid time off (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
  • Temperature‑controlled buildings
  • Shift premium for afternoon and midnight shifts
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Safety equipment (PPE) reimbursement
  • Years of service recognition awards

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 supports 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 northeast of Pittsburgh in Butler County.

Equal Opportunity Employer /Veterans/Disability