Apprentice Trainee

Gates Corporation; Chennai District; On-site; INR 89,280 - 167,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly stipend

On‑the‑job training

Technical learning opportunities

Industry experience

Career growth

Job summary

Gates Corporation in Chennai invites fresh engineering graduates and diploma holders to join a 12‑month Apprentice Trainee program. Trainees gain practical exposure to production processes, quality standards, safety procedures and day‑to‑day manufacturing activities.

The program includes on‑the‑job training, monthly stipend, and opportunities for career growth, with mentorship from engineers and exposure to multiple operation areas.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and quality concepts is preferred.
• Understanding of production workflows and ability to read production schedules.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a factory environment.

Responsibilities

• Clean machines before production.
• Check equipment condition and report issues.
• Update machine inspection sheets.
• Prepare machines for operation.
• Follow production schedules and timelines.
• Record production details accurately.
• Support manufacturing activities as needed.
• Maintain process documentation and SOPs.
• Adhere to quality standards.
• Work under supervisor guidance.
• Complete assigned training modules.

Skills

Manufacturing process knowledge

Production workflow understanding

Basic quality concepts

Observation skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Learning attitude

Discipline

Time management

Education

Diploma in Engineering or fresh Engineering Graduate

Job description

Apprentice Trainee in Chennai offers a 12‑month apprenticeship for engineering graduates and diploma holders. The program provides practical training in production processes, quality standards, safety procedures, and daily production activities.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning machines before production
• Checking equipment condition
• Updating machine inspection sheets
• Preparing machines for operation
• Following production schedules
• Recording production details
• Supporting manufacturing activities
• Maintaining process documentation
• Following SOPs carefully
• Maintaining quality standards
• Working under supervisor guidance
• Completing assigned training modules

Required Skills

• Manufacturing process knowledge
• Production workflow understanding
• Basic quality concepts
• Good observation skills
• Teamwork
• Communication skills
• Positive learning attitude
• Discipline
• Time management

Eligibility

• Diploma in Engineering or a fresh Engineering Graduate
• Freshers are encouraged to apply

Work Environment & Safety

• Follow Health and Safety guidelines
• Use personal protective equipment: safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection
• Adhere to workplace safety procedures

Duration

The apprenticeship lasts 12 months, during which trainees work across various operational areas under the guidance of engineers.

Benefits

• Monthly stipend
• On‑the‑job training
• Technical learning opportunities
• Industry experience
• Career growth potential – many companies offer permanent positions post‑training

Typical Salary

Salary varies by company but usually includes a monthly stipend and benefits as part of the apprenticeship package.

FAQs

• Who can apply? Fresh Engineering Graduates and Diploma holders interested in manufacturing.
• What is the duration? 12 months.
• What skills will I learn? Machine setup, production processes, quality control, safety procedures, documentation, SOPs, teamwork, and industry best practices.
• Is prior experience required? No, the role is designed for freshers.
• Where can I find additional opportunities? Use trusted job portals for further apprenticeship and fresher positions.