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Fur Refiner/Finisher Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Pelzveredler/in

The Ausbildung (vocational training) as a Fur Refiner/Finisher is a recognized 3-year program in the industry. You will learn how to process raw furs into high-quality fur products by cleaning, dyeing, tanning, and applying other refining techniques.

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What you do

  • Inspect and sort raw furs by quality
  • Clean, degrease, and preserve furs
  • Perform tanning and dyeing processes for furs
  • Apply special finishing techniques (e.g., shearing, plucking)
  • Conduct quality control of the refined furs
  • Operate and maintain specialized machinery and equipment
  • Properly store and dispose of chemicals and materials

Requirements

  • Interest in natural materials and craftsmanship
  • Manual dexterity and meticulousness
  • Good eye for detail and colors
  • Technical understanding for machines and processes
  • Willingness to work with chemicals and odors
  • Physical resilience (e.g., for lifting furs)
  • No allergies to furs, tanning agents, or chemicals

Career prospects

  1. 1Further training to become a Master Fur Refiner/Finisher (Meister)
  2. 2Specialization in specific refining techniques or fur types
  3. 3Positions in quality management or product development
  4. 4Starting your own business with your own workshop or service
  5. 5Working in research and development in the leather/fur sector

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

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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 Fur Refiner/Finisher 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 Fur Refiner/Finisher Ausbildung?

Usually B2 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.

What are the requirements for a Fur Refiner/Finisher Ausbildung?

Interest in natural materials and craftsmanship; Manual dexterity and meticulousness; Good eye for detail and colors; Technical understanding for machines and processes.

Where can I find open Fur Refiner/Finisher Ausbildung positions?

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

How to apply as a Fur Refiner/Finisher

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.