Apprenticeship for Industrial Manufacturing Technician

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For the Apprenticeship Program, Graepel pays for all tuition costs, and fees including books. Graepel also pays the apprentice his/her hourly rate for days when student attends class (GET PAID TO GO TO COLLEGE!).

POSITION SUMMARY
The Industrial Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship is a triad study program between Metro Community College, Graepel, and the Industry for Advanced Technical Training (ICATT).  The position involves on-the-job training on each of the metal fabrication processes within Graepel.  In addition to on-the-job training the apprentice will attend classes at Metro Community College (MCC).  The standards and requirements of the program are set by the Industry Consortium for Advanced Technical Training (ICATT).  Upon completion of the program the apprentice will receive an industrial technician certification and an Associate’s Degree and DOL Certificate.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions Statements

• Work with Trainer to learn the metal fabrication processes start to finish through on-the-job training at all work stations.
• Attend classes at Metro Community College and maintain satisfactory grades as required throughout the term of program.
• Maintain documentation of the daily skills learned in a log book so day-to-day progress can be tracked and reviewed.
• Complete coursework and lessons as required by ICATT standards.
• Assist with production processes to gain on-the-job training and skills.
• Produce a part in a specific area to show the newly acquired skills developed during the apprenticeship.
• Work a regular schedule determined by supervisory management
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisory personnel.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education:     

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Experience:    

• Ability to work under supervision from a mentor.
• Ability to operate power and hand tools.
• Ability to work in a team environment and/or independently.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Demands                                                                              Lift/Carry

Stand                                      F (Frequently)                                     10 lbs or less               C (Constantly)

Walk                                        F (Frequently)                                     11-20 lbs                     C (Constantly)

Sit                                            F (Occasionally)                                  21-50 lbs                     F (Frequently)

Handling/Fingering                C (Constantly)                                     51-100 lbs                   O (Occasionally)

Reach Outward                       F (Frequently)                                     Over 100 lbs               O (Occasionally)

Reach Above Shoulder           F (Frequently)                                     Push/Pull

Climb                                      O (Occasionally)                                 12 lbs or less               C (Constantly)

Crawl                                       O (Occasionally)                                 13-25 lbs                     C (Constantly)

Squat or Kneel                        F (Frequently)                                     26-40 lbs                     F (Frequently)            

Bend                                       F (Frequently)                                     41-100 lbs                   O (Occasionally)

N (Not Applicable)     Activity is not applicable to this position

O (Occasionally)         Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)

F (Frequently)             Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hrs/day)

C (Constantly)            Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Other Physical Requirements

Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth Perception

Sense of Sounds (Communication with personnel, ability to listen to machinery to make adjustments)

Sense of Touch (Use of hands to carry and move material)

Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (Ear protection, steel toed boots, etc)