Technical Trainer - Mechanical

Körber Pharma Packaging AG; France; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Körber Pharma Packaging AG in France seeks a Technical Trainer – Mechanical to develop and deliver training for GDVT apprentices and shopfloor staff, building mechanical competencies through classroom, practical, and on-the-job learning. Responsibilities include curriculum development, assessments, ensuring safety, alignment with dual vocational training standards, and ongoing workforce development.

A background in mechanical engineering and hands-on machining experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Experience delivering technical training or apprenticeships.
• Familiarity with safety regulations and safe work practices in mechanical environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver GDVT training for apprentices and shopfloor staff.
• Plan curriculum, assessments, and competency development.
• Coordinate on-the-job training and exam preparation per AHK/dual vocational framework.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards during all training activities.
• Assess competencies, identify gaps, and implement improvement initiatives.
• Promote a strong safety culture and proper machine maintenance routines.
• Provide hands-on instruction in machining and mechanical assembly within the workshop.

Skills

Technical training delivery

Machining experience

Safety standards knowledge

AHK familiarity

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated Technical Trainer – Mechanical to develop and deliver technical training for GDVT apprentices and shopfloor technical employees. In this role, you will play a key part in building mechanical competencies through structured classroom, practical, and on-the-job training. You will be responsible for training planning, competency assessment, and skills development in areas such as mechanical assembly, machine components, manufacturing processes, maintenance fundamentals, and technical workmanship, ensuring a highly skilled and future-ready workforce.

Your role in our team:

• Responsible for the GDVT program, including curriculum development, training delivery, on-the-job placement coordination, apprentice coaching, examination preparation, and competency assessments in accordance with the Dual Vocational Training framework, NOSS, AHK requirements, company policies, and industry best practices.
• Ensure the GDVT program remains compliant, relevant, and effective by aligning training pathways with competency matrices, regulatory requirements, industry standards, and Koerber's learning and workforce development objectives, in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Serve as an AHK Practical Examination Assessor/Examiner, conducting assessments and evaluating apprentice competencies in accordance with AHK standards.
• Plan, develop, and deliver technical training programs for shopfloor employees in mechanical disciplines through classroom-based and hands-on learning approaches.
• Assess employee competencies, identify skill gaps, and implement targeted development initiatives to strengthen workforce capability and support operational excellence.
• Promote and reinforce a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with safety protocols and best practices in mechanical and mechatronics-related training activities.
• GDVT Workshop Machining & Maintenance Instruction: Working knowledge and hands-on experience within the GDVT workshop area on standard machinery, including milling machines, surface/cylindrical grinding machines, and manual lathe machines, as well as routine machine care and basic preventive maintenance routines.

Your profile:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related discipline.
• 3 to 5 years of industrial experience in mechanical assembly, manufacturing, preferably with experience in apprenticeship, technical training, or workforce development programs.
• Proven ability to deliver technical training and effectively translate complex technical concepts into practical learning experiences.
• Knowledge of industry safety standards, regulations, and safe work practices related to machinery and hazardous materials.
• Experience with the German Dual Vocational Training System and AHK examinations is an added advantage.
• Passion for developing apprentices and technical talent, with strong communication, collaboration, coaching, and mentoring skills.
• Machining Experience: Solid practical knowledge and hands-on capability as a machinist within a workshop environment, with demonstrated experience operating conventional milling and lathe machines.
• Maintenance Competency: Practical knowledge of basic GDVT workshop machine maintenance procedures, including routine inspection, lubrication, tooling setup, alignment, calibration, and basic troubleshooting.

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applicants - regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic or social origin, religion/belief, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity, and any other protected status

Körber is a global technology company for intelligent manufacturing and supply chain solutions. As a reliable innovation partner, Körber turns entrepreneurial thinking into customer success by providing leading technology to fuel what’s next – from end-to-end pharma production and advanced supply chain solutions to high-tech machinery and process equipment. Körber combines deep domain expertise with integrated hardware, software, and digital services, to help customers take the next step.