Industrial Shipbuilding Apprentice Program (Welder)

Fincantieri Marine Group • Marinette, WI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Apprentices spend much of their day working under the guidance of a journeyman
worker who guides on-the-job-learning in the critical manufacturing work
processes and related tasks. In addition, apprentices participate in formal
education and assessments that help them to attain valuable advanced
manufacturing certification, which they can use to advance both their education
and career. Apprentices participate in regular assessments that provide them
with feedback on their learning and on-the-job performance. Apprentices who
embrace this feedback will experience significant learning and personal
development allowing them to advance their career.

Apprentices earn a living wage while learning new skills and credentials that
will help them succeed in a high-demand career.
Apprentices learn the core skills required in advanced manufacturing. This
enables them to make a valuable contribution at work, while also preparing
them for career advancement opportunities in the manufacturing industry.
Apprenticeships build strong basic and academic skills that they can use to
continue their education and pursue a degree.

In order to obtain the completion credential, apprentices must successfully
complete courses in industrial math, industrial communications, manufacturing
technology systems and processes, industrial blueprint reading, and OSHA 10.

Qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.
• Must be able to use hand tools (i.e torque wrench, drills and inspection tools).
• Ability to read a tape measure, pressure gauge, level, and square.
• Knowledge of basic computer skills and Microsoft Office programs.
• This facility requires special access and therefore all candidates must be a US Citizen at least 18 years of age.
• Not less than 18 years of age and must be able to prove age.
• Must be physically able to perform the work of the occupation with reasonable accommodations and without hazard to themselves or others. Applicants are requires to pass a hearing and vision test provided by the employer.
• Applicants are required to undergo drug testing at time of selection as an apprentice.
• Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, and be fit for a respirator.
• Ability to work in inclement weather.
• Must be able to bend, squat and kneel frequently.
• Must be available to work all scheduled shifts.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs.
• Must be able to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Production experience in a manufacturing environment and/or equivalent education or certification.
• Specialized training in specific aspects of job functions and/or demonstrated ability to perform assigned tasks.

Benefits

• Fincantieri Marinette Marine offers competitive pay with benefits in a growth-oriented environment.
• Fincantieri Marinette Marine is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and promotes a Drug Free Work Environment. Minorities, Women, Veterans and Disabled are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

What This Job Offers

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