College Apprentice

ACME Brick Company

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Acme Brick Company (a Berkshire Hathaway Inc. company) is seeking a motivated apprentice to support plant production operations. This apprenticeship provides hands-on experience assisting with projects, design work, and continuous improvement initiatives in a manufacturing environment. The apprentice will work closely with plant engineers, maintenance teams, and operations personnel to gain practical exposure to real-world challenges. The candidate must be eager to learn, adaptable, and interested in gaining experience in manufacturing, heavy equipment, and industrial engineering applications. This position has a start and end date that coincides with the semester or summer break but can be extended based on business need and mutual agreement.

Requirements

• Basic familiarity with technology and tools i.e., AutoCAD or similar design software (Civil 3D exposure a plus)
• Fundamental understanding of general design principles
• Willingness to learn about automation, and similar systems
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet assigned deadlines
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Integrity
• Initiative
• Teamwork

Nice To Haves

• Civil 3D exposure a plus
• Previous apprenticeship or manufacturing experience is a plus but not required

Responsibilities

• Assist with project research and basic and technical design tasks
• Support preparation of drawings, documentation, and construction specifications under supervision
• Help review and interpret technical documents, such as hydraulic and electrical schematics
• Assist with data collection, analysis, and documentation for ongoing projects
• Provide support for multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines
• Observe and gain exposure to manufacturing processes, heavy equipment, and plant systems

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level