Tool Mechanic (m/f/d)

During the Training.

Basic Metal Training
The basic metal training primarily focuses on gaining fundamental knowledge about the materials, measuring tools, and machine tools used, as well as developing manual dexterity. This includes tasks such as marking, center punching, filing, sawing, drilling, and measuring. The basic manual training lasts approximately four months.

Following this, you will receive training on machine tools, including lathes, milling machines, grinding machines, and electrical discharge machines.

Training at the Workbench
Training at the workbench is the core part of the apprenticeship and takes the longest. Under the guidance of your trainer, you will work on injection molding tools (e.g., polishing, fitting, texturing, etc.). Afterward, you will be allowed to independently manufacture injection molding tools and fixtures.

Training in Other Departments
You will also be trained in the departments of Design/Development, Tool Repair, and Quality Control. In the Design/Development department, you will gain basic drawing skills. During this time, you will independently create tools from drawings, and you will be taught how to correctly read and understand technical drawings. In the Quality Control department, you will learn how to check the dimensional accuracy of finished plastic parts and assess whether they meet our customers’ standards. In the Tool Repair department, you will learn how to repair and maintain tools.

Training Duration: 3.5 years (can be shortened to 3 years)

Vocational School: Christian-Schmidt-Scool in Neckarsulm

Further Training Opportunities:

  • Dual Studies
  • Master Craftsman or Technician
  • We also cover part of the further training costs
Current Training Opportunities

Requirements.

  • General School Diploma
  • Strong knowledge in Mathematics
  • Spatial awareness
  • Manual dexterity
  • Careful and meticulous working style
  • Reliability and teamwork skills

We offer You.

  • Industry-standard training compensation and 30 days of vacation per year
  • A forward-thinking, globally operating family-owned company
  • A motivated training team and dedicated trainee learning area
  • Independent, hands-on work with room for development
  • Performance incentives for good grades and travel cost subsidies for vocational school (in LG and TH)
  • The opportunity to explore departments beyond the training plan
  • High chances of being hired after completing the training
  • Work clothing, including weekly cleaning (in LG and TH)
  • A canteen with orderable lunch menus and meal subsidies (in LG and TH)
  • Trainee exchange programs with our other locations
  • A variety of trainee events
  • Water dispensers and fresh fruit (in LG and TH)

Testimonials.

The apprenticeship as a “Tool Mechanic specializing in Toolmaking” at KNIPPING KUNSTSTOFFTECHNIK GESSMANN is very interesting and varied, as you go through and get to know several different areas during the training. Additionally, the company is very well connected by public transport.

I am currently in my 3rd year of training and nearing my final exams. Since my theoretical and practical knowledge is very good, I was able to shorten my 3.5-year apprenticeship to three years.

During my apprenticeship, I had the opportunity to get to know many different departments and gain experience in each area. These departments include tool design, quality control, tool repair, grinding, milling, and electrical discharge machining.

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