Ausbildung career
Plastics and Rubber Technologist – Compound and Masterbatch Production Ausbildung in Germany
German name: Kunststoff- und Kautschuktechnologe/-technologin - Compound- und Masterbatchherstellung
As a Plastics and Rubber Technologist specializing in Compound and Masterbatch Production, you work in the industrial sector, manufacturing specialized plastic and rubber mixtures. This recognized vocational training program teaches you how to select, process, and quality control raw materials for the production of granules and color pigment concentrates. The duration of this apprenticeship varies.
What you do
- Prepare and mix raw materials (e.g., polymers, additives, pigments) for compound and masterbatch products.
- Operate and monitor production machinery such as extruders, mixers, and kneaders.
- Strictly adhere to recipes and production plans to achieve specific material properties.
- Conduct quality control tests on raw materials, intermediate products, and finished products.
- Adjust machine parameters and react quickly to troubleshoot and resolve malfunctions.
- Document production processes, measured values, and test results.
- Perform maintenance and cleaning work on production equipment.
Requirements
- Good school leaving certificate (at least Hauptschulabschluss or Realschulabschluss).
- Interest in chemistry, physics, and technical processes.
- Technical understanding and manual dexterity.
- Careful, precise, and responsible working method.
- Teamwork skills and willingness to communicate.
- Willingness to work shifts (often common in industry).
- Good German language skills (B2) for understanding complex instructions and safety protocols.
Career prospects
- 1Further training as an Industrial Master (specializing in Plastics and Rubber) or Technician (e.g., Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering).
- 2Specialization in areas such as quality management, application technology, or product development.
- 3Promotion to shift supervisor or team leader in production.
- 4Opportunity for plant management or self-employment after gaining relevant experience.
Open positions
There are no open positions in this career right now. New positions come in several times a day.
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Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.
How much do you earn in a Plastics and Rubber Technologist – Compound and Masterbatch Production Ausbildung in Germany?
Usually 900 to 1,200 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.
What German level do I need for a Plastics and Rubber Technologist – Compound and Masterbatch Production Ausbildung?
Usually B2 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.
What are the requirements for a Plastics and Rubber Technologist – Compound and Masterbatch Production Ausbildung?
Good school leaving certificate (at least Hauptschulabschluss or Realschulabschluss).; Interest in chemistry, physics, and technical processes.; Technical understanding and manual dexterity.; Careful, precise, and responsible working method..
Where can I find open Plastics and Rubber Technologist – Compound and Masterbatch Production Ausbildung positions?
There are no open positions right now. New positions come in several times a day.
How to apply as a Plastics and Rubber Technologist – Compound and Masterbatch Production
Create your German CV, no account needed. Then apply to one of the open positions.
Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.