Apprentice – Finish Grinders
Penn United Technologies, Inc. is accepting applications for full-time Apprentice – Finish Grinders to join our Carbide manufacturing team. We are looking for individuals who desire to do precision work and enjoy working in a manufacturing environment where contributions matter, growth is supported, and success is shared.
This hands-on position combines on-the-job training with classroom instruction through our four-year, in-house certificate program, leading to Journeyworker title upon completion. To learn more about Carbide Manufacturing at Penn United, please visit https://www.pennunited.com/carbide-manufacturing/
What You’ll Do:
As an Apprentice – Finish Grinder, you will learn a skill which is in high demand and grow professionally in a career within our employee-owned company. Essential responsibilities include:
- Report to work on time and ready to learn and accomplish tasks
- Attend on-site apprenticeship classes in addition to on-the-job learning while performing responsibilities on the shop floor
- Learn to operate and understand manual and CNC grinding equipment
- Learn to grind carbide components according to exact blueprint specifications
- Read prints & job orders to determine dimensions and machine set-up
- Calculate and set controls to regulate machining factors or enter commands to retrieve, input or edit computerized machine control media
- Ensure proper grade segregation is practiced at all work stations
- Verify conformance of finished work piece to specifications using precision measuring devices (such as micrometers, calipers, gauges, etc.)
What We’re Looking For:
Knowledge and Skills
- Must have math & mechanical skills/aptitude
- Must have 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 is a plus
- Regular attendance and solid performance in apprenticeship classes
- Expectation to work primarily on daylight shift, but available to work any shift needed; stand 8-10 hours per day, and lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
Education/Experience:
- Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
- No experience necessary, however, previous experience with grinding machines is preferred
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 pay increases every 6 months during the 4-year apprenticeship program
- 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.
Apply today and become part of the Penn United team.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disability
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Math and mechanical skills or aptitude
- Ability and desire to perform precision work
- Ability to work independently and cooperatively with a team
- Regular attendance and solid performance in apprenticeship classes
- Ability to work primarily daylight shift and any shift as needed
- Ability to stand 8–10 hours per day
- Ability to lift at least 50 pounds
- Previous experience with grinding machines
- Knowledge of blueprint reading
- Experience using precision measurement tools such as calipers and micrometers
What We Do
Penn United Technologies, Inc. is a precision manufacturing company providing a comprehensive range of solutions for customers requiring precision components or precision-assembled products. Established in 1971, the company specializes in precision metal and plastics manufacturing, offering services from prototyping to full production through an integrated approach to high-quality, value-added manufacturing services globally.
