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Metal and Bell Caster – Metal Casting Technology Ausbildung in Germany
German name: Metall- und Glockengießer/in - Metallgusstechnik
The apprenticeship as a Metal and Bell Caster specializing in Metal Casting Technology lasts 3 years and is a recognized craft profession. You will learn to melt metals, build molds, and produce precise cast parts and bells. This profession requires manual dexterity and technical understanding for metal processing.
What you do
- Manufacturing molds and cores according to technical drawings
- Melting metals such as bronze, iron, or aluminum in furnaces
- Casting liquid metal into prepared molds
- Finishing cast parts, e.g., deburring, grinding, and polishing
- Quality inspection of manufactured workpieces for dimensional accuracy and surface quality
- Maintenance and upkeep of foundry equipment and tools
- Handling various alloys and their properties
Requirements
- Manual dexterity and technical understanding
- Diligence and precision in work
- Good spatial reasoning ability
- Interest in metals and their processing
- Physical resilience and no fear of heights (especially for bells)
- Teamwork skills and a sense of responsibility
- Basic knowledge in mathematics and physics
Career prospects
- 1Master craftsman examination (Gießereimeister/in)
- 2Further training as a technician (e.g., foundry technology)
- 3Specialization in specific casting processes or materials
- 4University studies in foundry technology or materials science (with higher education entrance qualification)
- 5Self-employment with your own foundry or specialized workshop
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 Metal and Bell Caster – Metal Casting Technology Ausbildung in Germany?
Usually 700 to 1,100 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.
What German level do I need for a Metal and Bell Caster – Metal Casting 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 Metal and Bell Caster – Metal Casting Technology Ausbildung?
Manual dexterity and technical understanding; Diligence and precision in work; Good spatial reasoning ability; Interest in metals and their processing.
Where can I find open Metal and Bell Caster – Metal Casting Technology Ausbildung positions?
There are no open positions right now. New positions come in several times a day.
How to apply as a Metal and Bell Caster – Metal Casting Technology
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.