Explore Apprenticeships in Advanced Manufacturing
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Additive Manufacturing Maintenance Technician
Additive manufacturing maintenance technicians ensure the smooth operation of industrial plants and equipment by maintaining additive manufacturing and 3-D printing equipment.
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Computer Numerical Control Set-up Programmer (Milling and Turning)
Computer numerical control set-up programmers in milling and turning operate computer-controlled machines or robots that machine metal or plastic.
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Combination Welder
Combination welders often work at construction sites and use specialized welding equipment to construct, maintain, and repair metal beams, pipes, and other parts.
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Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technician
Electrical and electronic engineering technicians work under the direction of engineering staff to design, install, and repair electrical components, circuitry, controls, and machinery.
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Farm Equipment Mechanic and Technician
Farm equipment mechanics and technicians diagnose, repair, or overhaul farm machinery and vehicles, such as tractors, harvesters, dairy equipment, and irrigation systems at farms or farm equipment dealerships.
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Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
Industrial maintenance mechanics work to maintain, repair, and evaluate the safety of machinery and equipment at industrial plants.
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Industrial Manufacturing Technician
Industrial manufacturing technicians operate industrial production equipment and manufacturing tools to produce products, such as consumer goods, automobiles, and medical devices.
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Mechanical Engineering Technician
Mechanical engineering technicians bridge the gap between the production floor and the primary engineer team by doing quality control and acting as production floor consultant.
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Mechatronics Technician/Engineer (Intermediate, installer-focus)
Intermediate mechatronics technicians and engineers who focus on installation set up complex manufacturing systems that require electronic, mechanical, and information technology skills.
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Mechatronics Technician/Engineer (Basic, fitter-focus)
Basic mechatronics technicians and engineers with a fitter focus assemble, maintain, and troubleshoot complex machines, plants, and systems.
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Occupational Health and Safety Technician
Occupational health and safety technicians collect safety data, provide safety trainings, and evaluate safety and health programs to limit hazards and injuries for workers.
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Robotics Technician
Robotics technicians program, install, operate, and repair automated, servomechanical, or electromechanical equipment.
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Stamping Press Operator
Stamping press operators set up or operate machines that inspect, cut, punch, bend, or straighten metal or plastic material.
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Tool and Die Maker
Tool and die makers operate machine tools to make and repair dies, tools, fixtures, and gauges for products, such as consumer goods, automobiles, and medical devices.
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Woodwork Manufacturing Specialist
Woodwork manufacturing specialists work in the commercial and residential industries and operate computer-controlled machines or robots to machine wood pieces.
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