Co-Op : Tooling Division

Co-op / high school

Penn United Technologies, Inc. is now accepting applications for part-time Co-op positions in our Tooling Division for the 2025-2026 school year. The Co-op will work closely with experienced team members to gain practical experience, a better understanding of the industry, and improve their skills through training.   

We are looking for high school students who are currently enrolled and excelling in a high school Machine Technology vocational technical program and are seeking an engaging hands-on work experience to enhance their classroom learning.  Our Co-op Program has a demonstrated history of developing students and growing their skills in their pursuit of a career in manufacturing.

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, 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.  

Responsibilities:

• Report to work on-time with a positive attitude and ready to learn and accomplish tasks.
• Have a true desire and a focus toward your job.
• Gain a better understanding of the knowledge and skills necessary for a Machinist or other Journeyworker program. 
• Remain open to learning different machining and grinding operations throughout the co-op period.
• Work on the shop floor in order to learn required tasks.
• Perform well by meeting supervision expectations on the shop floor.
• Ask relevant questions and ask for help with processes or tasks not understood.  Communicate with your trainer.  Be open and honest in communications.
• Implement and follow all safety and quality plans in accordance with company programs and policies.
• Shift: Typically daylight

Qualifications: 

• Must be currently enrolled in a high school or vocational technical school in a Machine Technology related program.
• Must be in good academic standing at their school. 
• Excellent math & mechanical skills/aptitude; and the ability & desire to do precision work is required.  
• Basic knowledge of blueprint reading, precision measurement tools, and machining is expected.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and take notes.
• If under the age of 18, must have a work permit.
• Shift: typically daylight

Co-ops are eligible for our corporate profit-sharing program!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disability