College Apprentice

ACME Brick CompanyMillsap, TX
Onsite

About The Position

Acme Brick Company (a Berkshire Hathaway Inc. company) is an organization of professionals in the building materials manufacturing and distribution industry. We manufacture and distribute clay brick and concrete block and sell and distribute associated products manufactured by others. We operate in 13 states with a philosophy that we are much more than a brick manufacturer and distributor. We are 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. 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
  • Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in field related to company assigned area

Nice To Haves

  • Junior or senior standing preferred, but motivated underclassmen may be considered
  • 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
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