Machine Operator - ISO Press Technician

Penn United Technologies, Inc.; Jefferson Township (Berks County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift Differential

On-site cafeteria

Temperature controlled facilities

Tuition Reimbursement

PPE Reimbursement

Years of Service Recognition Awards

Job summary

Penn United Technologies, Inc. is hiring full-time ISO Press Technicians to support carbide manufacturing at our Carbide facility. The role requires rotating between daylight and midnight shifts and offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

As an ISO Press Technician, you will prepare and operate the ISO Press machine to compress powdered carbide used for carbide components, with responsibilities including setup, material handling, and area upkeep.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong math and mechanical abilities.
• Attention to detail and ability to prioritize.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• High accuracy and commitment to quality.
• Experience with blueprint reading is a plus.
• Familiarity with carbide manufacturing is a plus.
• Ability to rotate between daylight and midnight shifts.
• Able to lift 65+ lbs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and operate the ISO Press to compress powdered carbide.
• Prioritize, plan and prepare work.
• Sort jobs by due dates and complexity of tasks.
• Pull designated carbide powders.
• Fill press bags.
• Load and unload press.
• Separate powder and billets by grade.
• Operate crane and ISO Press.
• General clean-up of work area.

Skills

Math skills

Mechanical ability

Attention to detail

Independent & teamwork

Blueprint reading

Carbide manufacturing

Shift work

Lifting 65+ lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ISO Press operation

Crane operation

Job description

Machine Operators (ISO Press Technicians)

Penn United Technologies, Inc. is hiring full-time ISO Press Technicians to work at our Carbide facility. We are looking for individuals who enjoy working in a manufacturing environment where contributions matter, growth is supported, and success is shared.

Candidate must be available to rotate between daylight and midnight shift. To learn more about Carbide Manufacturing at Penn United, please visit https://www.pennunited.com/carbide-manufacturing/

What You'll Do

As an ISO Press Technician, you will prepare and operate the ISO Press machine to compress powdered carbide used for carbide components. Essential responsibilities include:

• Prioritize, plan and prepare work
• Sort jobs by due dates and complexity of tasks
• Pull designated carbide powders
• Fill press bags
• Load and unload press
• Separate powder and billets by grade
• Prepare, maintain and operate ISO Press machine, operate crane
• Perform general clean-up of work area

What We're Looking For

Knowledge and Skills

• Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Strong math and mechanical abilities
• Attention to detail, ability to prioritize and follow directions
• Able to work independently and cooperatively with teams
• High degree of accuracy and commitment to quality
• Experience with blueprint reading a plus
• Familiarity with carbide manufacturing and processes a plus
• Must be able to work rotating daylight and midnight shifts
• Able to lift 65+ lbs.

What We Provide to You

Outstanding Compensation & Benefits

Penn United offers 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 two pay increases during your first year
• HEALTH & WELLNESS BENEFITS
  • Medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage 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
• ADDITIONAL FINANCIAL REWARDS
  • Monthly Profit-Sharing Program
• WORK-LIFE BALANCE
  • Paid Time Away from Work
  • 15 Days Paid Time Off (PTO) during your first year
  • 9 Paid Holidays
• ADDITIONAL INSURANCE COVERAGE
  • Group Term Life
  • Short Term Disability (after 90 days)
  • Long Term Disability (after 6 months)
  • Voluntary Benefit package
• ADDITIONAL PERKS
  • Shift Differential
  • On-site 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