Paid Apprenticeship Program- become a Manufacturing Technician

Advanced Manufacturing Technician Apprentice Updated: 05/20/2026 Reports to: Manufacturing & Technical Center Manager Get paid while you go to school and launch a career in one of today’s most in-demand fields. We are now accepting applications for the fall semester! This is an onsite role with in-person classes in Florence, KY. Summary Join our dynamic team through our Paid Apprenticeship Program and embark on a rewarding career as an Advanced Manufacturing Technician. This opportunity offers hands‑on experience and professional growth in a supportive and innovative environment. As an apprentice, you will gain valuable skills, work alongside industry experts, and contribute to the success of our cutting‑edge manufacturing operations. Start your journey with us and build a solid foundation for a successful future in the manufacturing industry. Advanced Manufacturing Technician Apprentices at Krauss Maffei are considered to be an integral part of our staff and are provided with tasks that are both technically challenging and educationally stimulating. Under the guidance of our manufacturing and technical staff, you could be assigned to projects related to supporting the assembly and testing of KM equipment for all divisions. Essential Functions This is an entry level position that supports our processes by performing the following: Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and shop drawings Install and align A/C motors to gear boxes Installation of electrical cabinets to machines Assist in run‑off, trouble‑shut‑tling, and adjusting machinery to insure machine meets customer specifications Looks for faulty components during the assembly process Tests assembled parts or products to ensure functionality Required to gather parts and keep area neat and clean Work Environment This job operates on the shop floor of the Florence facility. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and forklifts. The noise level in the work environment can be loud. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Ability to work in a constant state of alertness required. Required Education and Experience High School Diploma or equivalent. Must be currently enrolled in an Advanced Manufacturing program from an accredited college, or willing to enroll. Familiarity of hand and power tools. Ability and desire to work in a fast paced, manufacturing environment. Must be able to work overtime when required. Must be organized and work well with constantly priority changes. Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision. Krauss‑Maffei Corporation is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr KraussMaffei