East Penn is a stable, essential employer, and has been voted one of the Best Places to Work in PA for 22 years!

At East Penn, our employees are our culture; our employees will always be the heart of the company.  We are a private, family-owned enterprise committed to cultivating an atmosphere that honors the contributions of everyone.  We want our employees to have long-term careers, and many do.  More than 38% of our workforce has over a decade of service.  Our open-door management policy, comprehensive benefits package, employee appreciation and recognition events, and career advancement opportunities are just some of the ways we show our employees how incredibly valued they are.

Our hiring process may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to help in the initial review of applications by identifying candidates whose qualifications best match job requirements. These tools do not make hiring decisions. All final hiring decisions regarding interviews and employment are made by our employee recruiting and hiring teams.

East Penn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. 

EOE/VEVRAA

• Document manufacturing and smelting processes to support operational excellence.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, work instructions, and process documentation.
• Create process maps and visual aids to support training and standardization.
• Collect and analyze production data to identify process improvement opportunities.
• Support process optimization projects focused on safety, quality, productivity, and cost reduction.
• Assist with root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to implement improvements and measure results.
• Prepare and present project findings, recommendations, and progress updates.

JOB SKILL REQUIREMENT:

• Full-time student pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related Science field; Sophomore standing or higher required.
• Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills.
• Self-motivated with strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing and production environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness to work on the production floor and follow all safety procedures.
• Must be able to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including:
  • Safety Glasses
  • Safety Shoes
  • Hard Hat
  • Respirator
• Demonstrates a strong interest in process improvement, problem solving, and manufacturing operations.