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Machine and Plant Operator – Metal, Plastics Technology Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Maschinen- und Anlagenführer/in - Metall-, Kunststofftechnik

The training to become a Machine and Plant Operator specializing in Metal and Plastics Technology is a 2-year recognized vocational training program in industry. You will learn to set up, operate, monitor, and maintain machines and systems that produce metal and plastic products.

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What you do

  • Set up and prepare machines and systems for production
  • Monitor production processes and intervene in case of malfunctions
  • Optimize and adapt production sequences
  • Perform quality checks on manufactured products
  • Carry out maintenance and repair work on machines
  • Read and implement technical drawings and work plans
  • Document and evaluate production data

Requirements

  • Good secondary school leaving certificate (Hauptschulabschluss) or intermediate school leaving certificate (Mittlerer Schulabschluss)
  • Technical understanding and interest in machinery
  • Manual dexterity and precision
  • Reliability and conscientiousness
  • Ability to work in a team and willingness to communicate
  • Good basic knowledge of mathematics and physics
  • Willingness to work in shifts (depending on the company)

Career prospects

  1. 1Specialization in specific machine types or manufacturing processes
  2. 2Further training to become an Industrial Master (Industriemeister/in) (specializing in metal or plastics)
  3. 3Qualification as a Technician (Techniker/in) (e.g., mechanical engineering, plastics technology)
  4. 4Advancement to leadership positions in production or quality assurance
  5. 5Further training in process optimization or automation

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Frequently asked questions

Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.

How much do you earn in a Machine and Plant Operator – Metal, Plastics Technology 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 Machine and Plant Operator – Metal, Plastics Technology Ausbildung?

Usually B1 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.

What are the requirements for a Machine and Plant Operator – Metal, Plastics Technology Ausbildung?

Good secondary school leaving certificate (Hauptschulabschluss) or intermediate school leaving certificate (Mittlerer Schulabschluss); Technical understanding and interest in machinery; Manual dexterity and precision; Reliability and conscientiousness.

Where can I find open Machine and Plant Operator – Metal, Plastics Technology Ausbildung positions?

There are no open positions right now. New positions come in several times a day.

How to apply as a Machine and Plant Operator – Metal, Plastics Technology

Create your German CV, no account needed. Then apply to one of the open positions.

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Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.