Mechatronics Technician Apprentice

Bühler Gruppe; Plymouth (MN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an apprentice and embark on a 3-year dual training program that combines hands-on experience with technical education. As a full-time employee, you will earn a debt-free associate degree while gaining valuable skills in mechanical and electronic fields. This role offers a competitive hourly wage that increases annually, along with comprehensive benefits including tools, books, and uniforms provided at no cost. The apprenticeship culminates in recognized credentials, paving the way for a successful career in a dynamic industry focused on sustainability and innovation.

Benefits

Debt-free education

Paid tools and uniforms

Comprehensive benefits

Hourly wage increases

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old and eligible to work in the US.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, troubleshoot, and repair production equipment.
• Build, test, and maintain industrial control systems.

Skills

Technical skills in mechanical and electronic fields

Ability to install and troubleshoot production equipment

Reading technical diagrams and schematics

Manual and metalworking machinery operation

Eligibility to work in the US

Valid driver's license

Clean criminal background

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree of applied science

Tools

Industrial control systems

Electrical assemblies

Manual and metalworking machinery

Job description

Build a successful professional future and become a Bühler Apprentice!

Apprentices earn a debt-free associate degree of applied science and gain skills in the mechanical and electronic field. The apprenticeship is a 3-year dual training program that combines structured on-the-job training and related technical instruction. Apprentices are paid, full-time employees of Bühler for the entirety of the program and receive benefits. All training, classes, tools, books, uniforms and a computer are paid for by Bühler. Upon completion of the program, the apprentices receive their Journeyworker Card, an associate's degree from Hennepin Technical College, and international Mechatronics credentials through the ICATT Apprenticeship program. Apprentices receive an hourly wage of $15/hr the first year, $17/hr the second year, and $19/hr the third year.

This is where you'll excel

• Learn to install, inspect, start-up, troubleshoot and repair production equipment
• Build, test, modify and maintain industrial control systems
• Read technical diagrams and schematics
• Install, test, modify and maintain electrical assemblies
• Assemble, disassemble, secure and transport machinery and systems
• Use manual and metalworking machinery
• Install and configure programs for hardware and software components
• Wire motors and drives

These are the skills you'll need

• Applicants must be 18 years of age before their start in August
• Have a high school diploma or GED by the start of the program
• Must be eligible to work in the US
• Must have valid driver's license and a clean criminal background
• Technical College placement test scores must fall within an acceptable range.

Questions? We are happy to answer them!

Jack Drucker
Regional Recruiter
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-drucker-81824617a/

Creating impact together at Bühler!

Two billion people eat food every day that was produced with Bühler equipment. One billion people drive vehicles whose parts were manufactured with our machines. Bühler aims to balance humanity, nature, and the economy in every decision as it develops solutions that unlock sustainable business opportunities in the global food, feed, and mobility industries. We strive to create innovations for a better world, with a special focus on healthy, safe, and sustainable solutions. Therefore, we team up with customers, start-ups, multinationals, and academia to accelerate impact together.