Mechatronics Apprentice

About the role

The Mechatronics Apprentice participates in a 3.5-year German dual-education apprenticeship program operated in partnership with Metropolitan Community College (MCC) and the German American Chamber of Commerce (GACC).

Responsibilities

• Gains practical skills and academic knowledge in Mechatronics and Manufacturing.
• Responsible for setting up, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanics, pneumatics, and hydraulic systems.
• Carries out manual metalworking tasks and chooses and develops appropriate QA test procedures.
• Installs and configures programs for hardware and software components.
• Buils, tests, modifies, and maintains industrial control systems.
• Installs, tests, modifies, and maintains electrical assemblies.
• Wires motors and drives.
• Reads and accurately interprets technical diagrams, schematics, blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.
• Works systematically (Plan-Do-Check-Act) and analyzes problems for effective troubleshooting.
• Maintains correct documentation as required.

Requirements

• Minimum of high school degree or equivalent; additional training and college education is desirable, not required.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule between school and training at work.
• Ability to learn, read, and accurately interpret diagrams, schematics, blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.
• Ability to fit, align, and adjust assembly work to fulfill very close tolerances and strict inspection requirements.
• Ability to safely use manual metalworking equipment as instructed.
• Ability to skillfully use all tools, machinery, and equipment necessary for assembly work, including torque tools and electronic test equipment.
• Strong professional communication skills, both written and oral, with a good command of the English language.
• Resourceful, self-directed individual capable of identifying and implementing solutions, yet also knowing when to seek guidance.
• Productive in a collaborative team environment.
• Able to meet deadlines and handle a high-volume workload in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Full-time Benefits Package includes:
• Premium free health, vision, short-term disability, and long-term disability;
• Competitive rate dental plans;
• Competitive paid time off;
• 401(k) with a generous company match;
• Retirement Readiness Program;
• Company-Paid Life Insurance;
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Dependent Care Resources Program;
• Tuition Reimbursement;
• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health;
• Wellness Programs including weight loss, diabetes management, and high blood pressure management;
• Legal & Financial Services;
• Fun & Safe Environment.