FALL 2019 Apprentice Program for Metalworking Trades Schaeffler, a global automotive and industrial supplier, is seeking a Metalworking Trades **Apprentice **for our Fort Mill, SC facility. The apprentice program is three and a half (3.5) years in length and is comprised of two main components; academic/shop theory studies at York Technical College (YTC) and on-the-job training (OJT) at one of our three facilities located on our Fort Mill campus. Why become an Apprentice? * Tuition, Books, Tools, and Uniforms are paid for by Schaeffler * Apprentices are paid throughout the entire program * Apprentices receive valuable Classroom and On-The-Job Training and become an internal source for filling key jobs involving new products and technologies * Upon completion of the program, graduating apprentices will receive an Associates Degree in Machine Tool Technology or Associates Degree in Industrial Maintenance from York Technical College and a Journeyman Certificate from the United States Department of Labor Key responsibilities include: * Complete 7,000 hours of training, which includes the College Program and on-the-job training in our manufacturing facilities (Production areas, Maintenance, Tool Room and/or prototype lab). * OJT is rotational and will include, but is not limited to: * Working in manufacturing areas to gain the ability to know / recognize parts to ensure product flow and organization * Operating and controlling furnaces and auxiliary equipment * Operating stamping presses, which involves using an overhead lift to manipulate rolls of steel into the press * Inspecting parts by using gauges and lab equipment. Must also maintain inspection records * Conducting preventive and / or corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment * Assisting maintenance personnel with installation or repair of motors on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and / or hydraulic equipment * Delivery of parts to required work stations in a timely manner; which requires lifting and operation of hand truck/tugger * Breaking down and cleaning of tooling * Inspect tooling for damage or wear and assist with minor repair. Must interpret blue prints and use various machine tools such as lathes, mills, grinders, etc. * Successfully complete, to the Companys specification, courses of study required for the Associates Degree in Machine Tool Technology or Industrial Maintenance to include, but not limited to: * Applied Mathematics * Blueprint Reading * Precision Measuring Instruments * Basic Machine Shop Theory & Practice * Electricity / Electronics * Basic Metallurgy & Heat Treating * Technical Writing * Basic Hydraulics & Pneumatics * Human Relations * Metric System * OSHA / Safety * CNC Theory & Practice * Drive Systems & Power Trains * Machine Maintenance * Electrical/Mechanical Controls Upcoming Events: National Apprenticeship Week Event: Learn more about our program and meet our current Apprentices as they display current projects and all that they have learned in their time with Schaeffler. When: Thursday, November 15, 2018 - 5:00pm - 8:00pm Where: _308 Springhill Farm Road _Fort Mill, SC 29708 To RSVP or find out more information, contact Sandy Rice at sandy.rice@schaeffler.com Check back for updates about upcoming events on campus! Qualified candidates will have: * High School Diploma or GED * Successfully place into the minimum Math and Reading levels for the Apprenticeship Curriculum via the Compass Placement Test (required for school admission); * Measure mechanical aptitude by taking the Bennett's Mechanical * Ability to move or lift 35 pounds Schaeffler is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans **Primary Location: **United States-South Carolina-Fort Mill **Work Locations: ** **Job: **Apprentice **Organization: **The Barden Corporation **Schedule: **Full-time **Job Posting: **Oct 10, 2018, 9:58:03 PM