Apprenticeship for Industrial Manufacturing Technician

Graepel North America • Omaha, NE

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About The Position

The Industrial Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship is a triad study program involving Metro Community College, Graepel, and the Industry Consortium for Advanced Technical Training (ICATT). The apprentice receives on-the-job training in Graepel’s metal fabrication processes and attends classes at Metro Community College. Program standards and requirements are established by ICATT. Upon completion, the apprentice receives an industrial technician certification, an Associate’s Degree, and a Department of Labor (DOL) Certificate.

Graepel pays all apprenticeship tuition costs and fees, including books, and pays the apprentice their hourly rate for days spent attending class. The role includes working with a trainer across workstations, supporting production, attending and completing coursework, and documenting progress in a log book. The apprentice works a regular schedule determined by supervisory management.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work under the supervision of a mentor.
• Ability to operate power and hand tools.
• Ability to work in a team environment and/or independently.
• Ability to meet the position’s physical demands, including frequent standing, walking, lifting and carrying, and handling/fingering; occasional climbing, crawling, and lifting or carrying heavier loads.
• Ability to meet vision, hearing, and touch requirements and wear personal protective equipment such as ear protection and steel-toed boots.

Responsibilities

• Learn metal fabrication processes from start to finish through on-the-job training at all workstations with a trainer.
• Attend classes at Metro Community College and maintain satisfactory grades throughout the program.
• Document daily skills learned in a log book so progress can be tracked and reviewed.
• Complete coursework and lessons required by ICATT standards.
• Assist with production processes to gain on-the-job training and skills.
• Produce a part in a specific area to demonstrate newly acquired skills developed during the apprenticeship.
• Work a regular schedule determined by supervisory management.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisory personnel.

Benefits

• Graepel pays all apprenticeship tuition costs and fees, including books.
• Apprentices are paid their hourly rate for days they attend classes.
• Full-time employees receive company-paid medical and dental premiums, including family coverage.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED