Prototype Technician Apprentice

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.; Valley City (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, life, vision benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Tool discounts

Job summary

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. is seeking a Prototype Technician Apprentice in Valley City, OH to support the prototype manufacturing team on-site. You will assist with developing new and existing outdoor power equipment, operate mills, lathes, and welding tools, and fabricate parts for engineering projects.

The role emphasizes hands-on learning, reading blueprints, and collaborating with technicians. A High School Diploma or equivalent is required, and the company offers growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Has genuine interest in hands-on mechanical work.
• Familiar with basic shop equipment (mills, lathes, welding).
• Willing to learn CNC, sheet metal fabrication and prototype assembly.
• Reads blueprints or diagrams and asks questions.
• Communicates clearly and works well in a team.
• Comfort with basic software such as MS Office.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Able to stand for extended periods in a shop.

Responsibilities

• Assist prototype technicians in developing new and existing outdoor power equipment.
• Use mills, CNC controls, lathes and metal equipment for prototyping parts.
• Fabricate sheet metal parts using press brakes for laser-cut blanks.
• Read blueprints and create prototype parts with correct materials.

Skills

Hands-on mechanical work

Willing to learn CNC

Team player

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Mills

Lathes

Welding tools

CNC machines

Sheet metal fabrication

Job description

Location: Valley City, Ohio, United States

Come build something that matters.

It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of more than 43,500 diverse and high-performing professionals globally who are making their mark on some of the world’s most beloved brands, including DEWALT®, BLACK+DECKER®, CRAFTSMAN®, STANLEY®, CUB CADET®, and HUSTLER®.

Location: Valley City, Ohio, United States

Come build something that matters.

It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of more than 43,500 diverse and high-performing professionals globally who are making their mark on some of the world’s most beloved brands, including DEWALT®, BLACK+DECKER®, CRAFTSMAN®, STANLEY®, CUB CADET®, and HUSTLER®.

The Job:

As an Prototype Technician Apprentice, you’ll be part of our Prototype Manufacturing team working as an on-site employee at our Valley City, Ohio facility. You’ll get to:

• Assist Prototype Technicians in the prototype development of new and existing outdoor power equipment.
• Utilize standard machine shop equipment, welding, and sheet metal fabrication equipment to prototype parts.
• Operate mills, CNC controls, lathes, and metal equipment for engineering groups with prototype design projects.
• Fabricate sheet metal parts using press brakes to form laser cut blanks.
• Think creatively to enhance quality improvements, cost reductions, and manufacturing ideas.
• Use computers and specialized programs for completing projects.
• Read blueprints and create prototype parts utilizing the correct materials and tools.

The Person:

You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You’re not intimidated by innovation. Wouldn’t it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? In fact, you embrace it. You also have:

The Person

• Has a genuine interest in hands‑on mechanical work and learning new skills.
• Is familiar with basic shop equipment (such as mills, lathes, or welding tools) and eager to develop these skills further.
• Demonstrates a willingness to learn about CNC machines, sheet metal fabrication, and prototype assembly.
• Can follow instructions, read basic blueprints or diagrams, and ask questions.
• Communicates clearly and works well with others in a team environment.
• Is comfortable using computers and basic software (such as Microsoft Office); open to learning new programs.
• Pays attention to detail and takes pride in doing quality work.
• Maintains a positive attitude and is open to feedback and coaching.
• Holds a High School Diploma or equivalent (required); any vocational coursework or hands‑on experience is a plus.
• Able to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks in a shop environment.

The Details:

You’ll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan, including:

• Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well-being.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.

And More:

We want our company to be a place you’ll want to be – and stay. Being part of our team means you’ll get to:

• Grow: Be part of our global company with 20+ brands to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.
• Learn: Have access to a wealth of learning resources, including our digital learning portal.
• Belong: Experience an awesome place to work, where we have mutual respect and a great appreciation for a wide range of perspectives and experiences.
• Give Back: Help us continue to make positive changes locally and globally through volunteerism, giving back, and sustainable business practices.

What’s more, you’ll get that pride that comes from empowering makers, doers, protectors, and everyday heroes all over the world. We’re more than the #1 tools company. More than a driving force in outdoor power equipment. More than a global leader in industrial. We’re visionaries and innovators. As successful as we’ve been in the past, we have so much further to go. That’s where you come in. Join us!

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship (H1B, OPT/CPT, TN etc).

We Don’t Just Build The World, We Build Innovative Technology Too.

Joining the Stanley Black & Decker team means working in an innovative, tech-driven and highly collaborative team environment supported by over 43,500 professionals in 60 countries across the globe. Here, you’ll get the unique chance to impact some of the world’s most iconic brands including STANLEY TOOLS, DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, MAC TOOLS and Black + Decker. Your ideas and solutions have the potential to reach millions of customers as we work together to write the next chapter in our history. Come build with us and take your career to new heights.

Who We Are

We’re the World’s largest tool company. We’re industry visionaries. We’re solving problems and advancing the manufacturing trade through innovative technology and our Industry 4.0 Initiative. We are committed to ensuring our state‑of‑the‑art "smart factory" products and services provide greater quality to our customers & greater environmental and social value to our planet. We are unique in that we have a rich and storied history dating back to 1843, but that hasn't stopped us from evolving into a vibrant, diverse, global growth company.

Benefits & Perks

You’ll get a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, retirement benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, including paid vacation, holidays & personal days, and tuition reimbursement. And, of course, discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products and well as discount programs for many other vendors and partners.

What You’ll Also Get

Career Opportunity: Career paths aren’t linear here. Being part of our global company with 60+ brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.

Learning & Development:

Our lifelong learning philosophy means you’ll have access to a wealth of state-of-the-art learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities).

Diverse & Inclusive Culture:

We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because that’s how the best work gets done. You’ll find we like to have fun here, too.

Purpose-Driven Company:

You’ll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism, giving back and sustainable business practices.

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic.

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