Manufacturing Trainee

Penn United Technologies, Inc.•Jefferson Township, PA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you looking for more than just a job? Do you want a career with opportunities to learn and advance? Join Penn United’s Manufacturing Training Program to jump start your new career. Our Manufacturing Training Program is a PAID intensive training program designed to provide you with the fundamental skills needed for a career in manufacturing. What We Offer You: This is an entry-level, full-time trainee position providing classroom and On-the-Job-Training (OJT) This Manufacturing Training Program is PAID training No tuition cost to the student All training materials are provided by Penn United Training will include in-person instructor-led, on-line curriculum, and On-Job-Training (OJT) in the following: Shop Safety Precision Machining Technology Basic Math and Basic Blueprint Reading Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing Precision Measurement Basic Shop Machinery Computer Numerical Control (CNC) When and Where: The Manufacturing Training Program is scheduled to begin in June 2026 In-classroom learning will be 7:00 am – 3:30 pm Monday through Friday. Classroom training will be conducted at Penn United’s Carl E. Jones Learning Institute, Cabot PA

Requirements

Must possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent
Must successfully pass aptitude assessment and interview
Must have strong mechanical ability, and math & problem-solving skills
A strong work ethic of dependability as demonstrated in regular attendance and punctuality
Must have the ability to work any combination of daylight, afternoon, and/or midnight shifts after initial classroom training is completed
Must be able to successfully pass pre-employment physical, drug screen, and criminal background check

Nice To Haves

Some vocational-technical training preferred, not required

Responsibilities

Work under the guidance of experienced professionals to learn manufacturing skills and apply knowledge learned to on-the-job work assignments
Report to work on time, ready to learn and accomplish tasks
Regularly attend Manufacturing Training Program classes and OJT
Meet all class assignment deadlines and standards
Work on the shop floor to learn required tasks, meeting leadership expectations
Perform general daily cleanup of work area

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
401K: 3% Company-paid contribution
401K: 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 of Vacation (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
On-site cafeteria
Temperature-controlled buildings
Tuition Reimbursement
Safety Equipment (PPE) Reimbursement