Insight into our Germany site: The industrial mechanic apprenticeship

The apprenticeship as an industrial mechanic at our Germany site offers basic experience in important areas. From day one, the aim is to learn the basics that will later be crucial for working with machines and in industry. An important part at the beginning of the training is the basic course – a kind of "training at the workbench" that helps the trainees to familiarize themselves with the basic skills.

What happens in the basic course?

In the first few weeks, everything revolves around the basics. The trainees not only learn how to use various tools, but also how to work safely and precisely. At the workbench, a lot of practical knowledge is imparted that forms the basis for the entire profession.

1. Mastery of tools and machines:
   In the beginning, the aim is to familiarize yourself with the various hand tools and machines and to teach them how to operate them correctly and safely.
2. Strengthen metalworking skills:
   As an industrial mechanic, working with metal is common, so it's important to practice skills like filing, drilling, and turning. This know-how is a major focus of the training in order to be able to work precisely and reliably later on.
3. Design technical drawings:
   The ability to read and implement technical drawings is essential as an industrial mechanic. Trainees are trained to work with such plans and put them into practice.
4. The art of assembly and disassembly:
   The disassembly and assembly of machines or components is internalized. In the basic course, the trainees practice how to assemble and disassemble components correctly, which is very important for later work in the company.
5. Precise measurement and testing methods:
   To ensure that everything works perfectly, the trainees have to learn how to measure and test components. Accuracy is the be-all and end-all, which is why these skills are also at the forefront of training.

Why is the basic course so important at the beginning of the training?

Without the right skills and techniques as a foundation, it becomes difficult to master the more complex tasks in the company. The course helps the trainees to gain confidence in their abilities and prepares them for working on machines and systems.

In addition, the basic course is a great opportunity to work in a team. Many of the tasks require collaboration, and that's exactly what we're practicing here – an important skill for development at West, as we value a one-west team perspective.

At West, we place a strong emphasis on nurturing the skills that are beneficial to our industry. Our Industrial Mechanics Apprentice is an excellent example of how we invest time and resources to ensure we provide the right education and training for this growth. The first few weeks as an industrial mechanics trainee are crucial to acquire the necessary tools for training and later development.

The basic course at the workbench ensures that the trainees can handle tools safely, understand machines and work precisely. All of this is important in order to be successful as an industrial mechanic later on.

Are you also interested in becoming part of our One West team through an apprenticeship? Take a look at our careers page, where we have listed all open positions including apprenticeships and internships at all our locations: Careers at West: By Your Side for Opportunity | West Pharma

A Look Inside Our German Location: The Industrial Mechanic Apprenticeship Role

Becoming an industrial mechanic apprentice at our German location offers foundational experience in vital areas for future growth. From day one, apprentices focus on understanding the principles critical for working in our industry by learning a variety of machines. An important part of the initial training, called the Workbench Training, supports apprentices in familiarizing themselves with basic skills to equipped them with the knowledge needed for future growth.

What to expect during the Workbench Training?

The Workbench is where the magic happens. The first few weeks are all about learning essential skills and sharing invaluable knowledge to build the foundations for a successful profession in the future one step at a time.

1. Mastering Tools and Machines:
   The first step is to familiarize the trainees with the different hand tools and machines and are taught how to properly and safely operate them.
2. Sharpening Metalworking Skills:
   As an industrial mechanic, working with metal is common, so it's important to practice skills in filling, drilling and turning. This expertise is a huge focus of the training so that they can confidently work accurately and reliably with metal later on.
3. Transforming Technical Drawings:
   The ability to read and implement technical drawings is essential as an industrial mechanic. Apprentices are trained on how to work with such plans and put them into practice.
4. The Art of Assembly and Disassembly:
   Disassembling and assembling machines or components is a skill an industrial mechanic must embody. In our program the trainees must practice how to properly assemble and disassemble components, which is very important for further progression in the factory.
5. Accurate Measuring and Testing Methods:
   For everything to work flawlessly, trainees must learn how to measure and test components. Accuracy is paramount, so these skills are prioritized in the training as well.

Why is the Workbench Training so important at the beginning of the Apprenticeship?

Without the right skills and techniques as the foundation, it becomes difficult to master more complex tasks in operation. The Workbench helps trainees gain confidence in their skills and prepares them to work on machines and equipment throughout their time at West and beyond.

In addition, the Workbench is a great opportunity to work in a team setting. Many of the tasks require collaboration, and that's what is being practiced here - an important skill for development at West as we value a One West Team perspective.

At West, we place tremendous value in nurturing the skills needed to benefit our industry. Our industrial mechanic apprentice is a great example of how we dedicate time and resources to ensure we are providing the proper education and training for this growth. The first few weeks as an industrial mechanic apprentice are crucial to acquire the necessary tools for training and later employment.

The foundational training from the Workbench ensures that apprentices can safely handle tools, understand machines and work with precision in a team setting. All of this is important to be successful as an industrial mechanic professional.Interested in becoming a part of our One West Team through an apprenticeship? Check out our careers site where we list all of our open roles including apprenticeships and internships at all of our sites: Careers at West: By Your Side for Opportunity | West Pharma