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PVA is hiring Assembly Technicians to join our growing team in robotic automation. We are a five-time Albany Business Review Best Places to Work and Healthiest Employer award winner, recognized for combining cutting-edge technology with a strong, supportive culture. If you’re ready to take the first step in your manufacturing career, we would love to connect

Job Description: The Assembly Technician is responsible for starting the manufacturing process utilizing hand tools for robotic equipment per instructions and guide books. This position ensures that product is assembled correctly and shipped on time. There are many opportunities for growth and advancement!

Job Details:

• 7:00 am – 3:30 pm Monday-Friday (1st shift)
• Starting pay $16.00 – $22.00 per hour depending on experience
• Onsite in Halfmoon, NY

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PVA is hiring a CNC Operator to join our growing team. We are a five-time Albany Business Review Best Places to Work and Healthiest Employer award winner, recognized for combining cutting-edge technology with a strong, supportive culture. If you’re ready to take the next step in your machining career, we would love to connect!

Job Description: The CNC Operator, 1st Shift is responsible for machining parts utilizing Haas CNC mills.

Job Details:

• 7:00 am – 3:30 pm Monday-Friday (1st shift)
• Starting pay $18.00 – $25.00 per hour depending on experience
• Onsite in Halfmoon, NY

Job Responsibilities:

• Creates parts and follows procedures and instructions to meet customer expectations.
• Reads and interprets mechanical schematics to ensure accuracy.
• Sets up tooling equipment, loads parts, reviews programming steps, and ensures adherence to quality standards and specifications.
• Responsible for performing first piece inspections on machined parts.
• Maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures.
• Calculate dimensions or tolerances, using instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
• Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
• Maintain a clean and neat work area.

Skills:

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 70 lbs.
• Punctual, dependable, and team-oriented.
• A self-motivated professional who thrives both independently and collaboratively in team environments.
• Performs effectively in fast-paced, dynamic settings, maintaining focus and adaptability.
• Exhibits sound judgement; anticipates the implications and consequences of situations and takes appropriate action to be prepared for possible contingencies.
• Maintains a calm, professional demeanor when navigating challenging or high-pressure situations.
• Efficiently manages multiple projects and competing priorities with urgency, accountability, and follow-through.
• Exhibits a strong sense of initiative and continuous improvement.
• Prior experience operating HAAS mills and/or lathes, preferred.
• Associates Degree in industrial applications or machining, preferred.

Job Location: PVA Global Headquarters | Halfmoon, NY

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PVA is hiring a CNC Operator to join our growing team. We are a five-time Albany Business Review Best Places to Work and Healthiest Employer award winner, recognized for combining cutting-edge technology with a strong, supportive culture. If you’re ready to take the next step in your machining career, we would love to connect!

Job Description: The CNC Operator, 2nd Shift is responsible for machining parts utilizing Haas CNC mills.

Job Details:

• 2:00 pm – 2:00 am Monday-Wednesday. Work 36 hours, get paid for 40 hours
• Starting pay $18.00 – $25.00 per hour depending on experience
• Onsite in Halfmoon, NY

Job Responsibilities:

• Creates parts and follows procedures and instructions to meet customer expectations.
• Reads and interprets mechanical schematics to ensure accuracy.
• Sets up tooling equipment, loads parts, reviews programming steps, and ensures adherence to quality standards and specifications.
• Responsible for performing first piece inspections on machined parts.
• Maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures.
• Calculate dimensions or tolerances, using instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
• Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
• Maintain a clean and neat work area.

Skills:

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 70 lbs.
• Punctual, dependable, and team-oriented.
• A self-motivated professional who thrives both independently and collaboratively in team environments.
• Performs effectively in fast-paced, dynamic settings, maintaining focus and adaptability.
• Exhibits sound judgement; anticipates the implications and consequences of situations and takes appropriate action to be prepared for possible contingencies.
• Maintains a calm, professional demeanor when navigating challenging or high-pressure situations.
• Efficiently manages multiple projects and competing priorities with urgency, accountability, and follow-through.
• Exhibits a strong sense of initiative and continuous improvement.
• Prior experience operating HAAS mills and/or lathes, preferred.
• Associates Degree in industrial applications or machining, preferred.

Job Location: PVA Global Headquarters | Halfmoon, NY

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PVA is hiring a Press Brake Operator to join our growing team. We are a five-time Albany Business Review Best Places to Work and Healthiest Employer award winner, recognized for combining cutting-edge technology with a strong, supportive culture. If you’re ready to take the next step in your fabrication career, we would love to connect!

Job Description: The CNC Press Brake Operator operates the Trumpf Tru Bend 5130 to bends sheet metal parts.

Job Details:

• 7:00 am – 3:30 pm Monday-Friday (1st shift)
• Starting pay is $20.00 – $30.00 per hour depending on experience
• Experience preferred, new hires will be sent to the equipment manufacturer for in-depth training
• Must be able to lift at least 60 lbs

Job Responsibilities:

• Operates the press brake to manufacture parts.
• Reads and interprets mechanical part drawings for their value stream.
• Ensures that goals and expectations are met, and product is being developed on schedule.
• Ensures equipment is in optimum working order and brings issues to team leaders’ attention within one hour when aware of machine interruption.
• Maintains confidentiality of customer information.
• Keeps a neat and organized workstation for safety and efficiency.
• Forms strong working relationships within team and treats each other with respect.
• Corresponds with departments, and team through face-to-face meetings.

Skills:

• Basic knowledge and ability to use fabrication equipment.
• Understanding of mechanical concepts.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 60 lbs.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Punctual, dependable, and team-oriented.
• A self-motivated professional who thrives both independently and collaboratively in team environments.
• Performs effectively in fast-paced, dynamic settings, maintaining focus and adaptability.
• Exhibits sound judgement; anticipates the implications and consequences of situations and takes appropriate action to be prepared for possible contingencies.
• Maintains a calm, professional demeanor when navigating challenging or high-pressure situations.
• Efficiently manages multiple projects and competing priorities with urgency, accountability, and follow-through.
• Exhibits a strong sense of initiative and continuous improvement.

Job Location: PVA Global Headquarters | Halfmoon, NY

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PVA is hiring a Powder Coating Technician to join our growing team. We are a five-time Albany Business Review Best Places to Work and Healthiest Employer award winner, recognized for combining cutting-edge technology with a strong, supportive culture. If you’re ready to take the next step in your fabrication career, we would love to connect!

Job Description: PVA is adding to our team! The Powder Coating Technician, 1st Shift is responsible for applying powder coating to sheet metal parts to assemble the systems and products sold by PVA.

Job Details:

• 6:00 am – 2:30 pm Monday-Friday (1st shift)
• Starting pay is $20.00 – $28.00 per hour depending on experience.
• Experience preferred, however training is available for the right candidate interested in the position.
• Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs

Job Responsibilities:

• Applies powder coating to sheet metal parts.
• Ensures best coverage of parts while working to maintain speed and efficiency.
• Cleans and maintains spray booth.
• Ensures that goals and expectations are met, and product is being developed on schedule.
• Ensures equipment is in optimum working order and brings issues to team leaders’ attention within one hour when aware of machine interruption.
• Maintains confidentiality of customer information, 100% of the time.
• Keeps a neat and organized work station for safety and efficiency, 100% of the time
• Forms strong working relationships within team and treats each other with respect.
• Corresponds with departments, and team through face-to-face meetings.

Skills:

• Basic knowledge and ability to use fabrication equipment.
• Understanding of mechanical concepts.
• Must have strong verbal communication and listening skills.
• Well organized, analytical, and detail oriented.
• Ability to work most of the day on your feet in a fast-paced team environment.
• Maintains a calm, tactful demeanor when dealing with difficult situations.
• Manages multiple projects and timelines with a sense of urgency and follow through.
• Follows direction with focused attention.
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds.
• PPE provided by company.

Job Location: PVA Global Headquarters | Halfmoon, NY

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PVA is hiring a Senior CNC Machinist to join our growing team. We are a five-time Albany Business Review Best Places to Work and Healthiest Employer award winner, recognized for combining cutting-edge technology with a strong, supportive culture. If you’re ready to take the next step in your machining career, we would love to connect!

Job Description: The Senior CNC Machinist is responsible for machining parts utilizing Haas CNC mills. We are seeking a talented machinist with at least 10 years of experience with knowledge of complex machines, fixturing, and advanced techniques.

Job Details

• 7:00 am – 3:30 pm Monday-Friday (1st shift)
• Starting pay $25.00 – $35.00 per hour depending on experience
• Onsite in Halfmoon, NY

Job Responsibilities

• Creates parts and follows procedures and instructions to meet customer expectations.
• Reads and interprets mechanical schematics to ensure accuracy.
• Sets up tooling equipment, loads parts, reviews programming steps, and ensures adherence to quality standards and specifications.
• Makes minor adjustments to programs offsets if needed.
• Responsible for performing first piece inspections on machined parts.
• Maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures.
• Calculate dimensions or tolerances, using instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
• Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
• Expected to run more than one machine at a time.
• Maintain a clean and neat work area.
• Mentors entry-level machinists as needed.

Skills:

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 70 lbs.
• Punctual, dependable, and team-oriented.
• A self-motivated professional who thrives both independently and collaboratively in team environments.
• Performs effectively in fast-paced, dynamic settings, maintaining focus and adaptability.
• Exhibits sound judgement; anticipates the implications and consequences of situations and takes appropriate action to be prepared for possible contingencies.
• Maintains a calm, professional demeanor when navigating challenging or high-pressure situations.
• Efficiently manages multiple projects and competing priorities with urgency, accountability, and follow-through.
• Exhibits a strong sense of initiative and continuous improvement.
• Associates Degree in industrial applications or machining, preferred.
• 10 years of machining experience, preferably on HAAS mills or lathes, required.

Job Location: PVA Global Headquarters | Halfmoon, NY

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