Material Specialist

Material Specialist

Penn United Technologies, Inc. is looking for a full-time Material Specialist to work in our Carbide facility. In this role, you would support the Laboratory team to ensure efficient workflow, accurate material evaluation and reliable testing processes.

Responsibilities:

• Support the team with research and development, material preparation, observations, technical insights and information for scheduling, workflow planning and decision-making
• Help interpret specifications, blueprints, and job requirements for technical clarity
• Prepare, process, and organize material samples for chemical analysis, external/internal testing, evaluation, failure analysis and audits
• Conduct material evaluations, testing, approval processes and compliance verification
• Enter and maintain accurate data in material tracking systems and on required documentation
• Prepare, set up, adjust, operate and perform preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment
• Prepare powder work orders
• Maintain workstation inventory of lab supplies and materials
• Update MSDS and label incoming chemicals
• Identify potential quality issues, contribute to root-cause investigations and continuous improvement initiatives

Education / Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Extensive carbide and/or material lab experience
• Degree in material science, metallurgy or related field, a plus

Required Knowledge and skills

• Able to effectively follow collaboration efforts from lab manager and coordinator, working well independently and cooperatively with teams
• Accepting of the responsibility for the direction, control, and planning of activities
• High degree of accuracy, attention to detail and deadlines
• Excellent math, mechanical, analyzing and problem-solving skills
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and understanding of GD&T
• Capable of comprehending verbal and written directions and procedures
• Integrate knowledge of lab testing/evaluation processes, company capabilities and customer needs
• Competent use of measurement tools
• Able to quickly learn and use required computer software effectively
• Excellent organizational skills, self-motivated, able to effectively manage multiple tasks
• Strong ability to professionally communicate using both verbal and written skills
• Able to work daylight shift M-F with flexibility for occasional half-day on Saturday, as needed

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 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 Paid Time Off (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
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • On-site cafeteria
  • Years of Service Recognition awards

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 north of Pittsburgh in Butler County.   

Equal Opportunity Employer /Veterans/Disability