Manufacturing Technician Apprentice: Centrifuge & Equipment

GEA Group; Janesville (WI); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

GEA Group in Janesville, WI invites motivated high school students to join a 3-year Advanced Manufacturing technician apprenticeship. You will learn assembly of industrial equipment, including hydraulics, pneumatics, and electronics, while attending technical college courses and gaining hands-on experience.

Learned skills include material processing, joining techniques, and troubleshooting, with a strong emphasis on safety and precision.

Qualifications

• Eligible candidates are currently enrolled in high school and motivated for hands-on manufacturing.
• Interest in technical relationships and precision in work is essential.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in a demanding environment.

Responsibilities

• Learn manual and machine-based material processing techniques.
• Learn joining techniques, including thermal joining processes.
• Assist in assembling subassemblies and complete machines, including hydraulics, pneumatics and electrical components.
• Participate in advanced training and learn troubleshooting, repair and testing of equipment.
• Attend required technical college courses and pass midterm and end-of-apprenticeship tests.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Technical interest

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Education

High school student status

Job description

GEA Group in Janesville, WI invites motivated high school students to join a 3-year Advanced Manufacturing technician apprenticeship. You will learn assembly of industrial equipment, including hydraulics, pneumatics, and electronics, while attending technical college courses and gaining hands-on experience.

Learned skills include material processing, joining techniques, and troubleshooting, with a strong emphasis on safety and precision.