Apprentice Press Technician
Penn United Technologies, Inc., a leading advanced contract manufacturer, is currently accepting applications for a full-time Apprentice Press Technician to join our Stamping team. We are seeking candidates with strong mechanical aptitude who thrive in a collaborative manufacturing environment and take pride in delivering high-quality work.
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 northeast of Pittsburgh in Butler County. We offer meaningful, challenging work; comprehensive training and career advancement opportunities; and an exceptional compensation and benefits package designed to recognize and reward your contributions.
Responsibilities:
- Learn, according to applicable apprenticeship standards for Press Technology, the knowledge and skills necessary to receive state certified journeyman’s papers upon completion of the program (typically 3 years)
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Learn to install, align, and lock dies into rams or beds of machines
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Set-up, operate and monitor progressive stamping die presses that punch, crimp, bend, etc.. to make quality metal parts
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Test and adjust machine feeds and speeds. Record operational, quality, and shipping documentation
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Clean and lubricate machines
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Regular attendance for on-site apprenticeship classes
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Follow all safety and quality programs and procedures
Qualifications:
- Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent; some vocational-technical training preferred
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High level of technical, mechanical and math ability
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Desire to learn and ability to apply knowledge to on-the-job tasks
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Able to regularly attend required, on-site apprenticeship classes
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Able to work independently and as part of a team
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Service attitude, commitment to safety and quality
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Must be able to work rotating shifts (day, afternoon and midnight)
- Able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs.
Compensation & benefits:
We offer an array of excellent benefits that reflect our commitment to the health and financial well-being of our employee-owners including:
- COMPETITIVE STARTING WAGE WITH THE OPPORTUNITY FOR PAY INCREASES EVERY 6 MONTHS DURING OUR 3 YEAR STATE RECOGNIZED PROGRAM
- HEALTH BENEFITS
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Medical, dental, vision, Rx insurance that starts the first day
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Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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Hearing Aid Coverage
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RETIREMENT
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ESOP: 5% Company paid contribution to our Employee Stock Ownership Plan
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401K: 3% Company paid contribution
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401K: 50% Company paid match up to the first 6% you contribute
- MONTHLY PROFIT-SHARING PROGRAM
- WORK / LIFE BALANCE - Paid Time Away from Work
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15 Days Paid Time Off (PTO) your first year
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9 Paid Holidays
- OTHER INSURANCE COVERAGE
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Group Term Life
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Short Term Disability (after 90 days)
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Long Term Disability (after 6 months)
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Voluntary Benefit package
- ADDITIONAL BENEFITS
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Shift Differential
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On-site cafeteria
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Temperature controlled buildings
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Tuition Reimbursement
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Safety Equipment (PPE) Reimbursement
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Years of Service Recognition Awards
Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disability
