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Punching and Forming Mechanic Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Stanz- und Umformmechaniker/in

As a Punching and Forming Mechanic, you operate and monitor machines that produce metal parts through punching and forming processes. This is a 3-year recognized vocational training program in the industrial sector, requiring precision and technical understanding.

What you do

  • Setting up and tooling punching and forming machines
  • Monitoring the production process and machine function
  • Performing quality control of manufactured workpieces using measuring tools
  • Reading and applying technical drawings and work plans
  • Troubleshooting minor malfunctions and performing maintenance tasks
  • Loading and unloading materials on the machines
  • Documenting production data and quality parameters

Requirements

  • Good secondary school diploma (Hauptschule or Realschule equivalent)
  • Technical understanding and manual dexterity
  • Meticulous and precise way of working
  • Spatial reasoning ability
  • Teamwork skills and reliability
  • Interest in metal processing and machinery
  • Basic knowledge of mathematics and physics

Career prospects

  1. 1Specialization in specific machine types or manufacturing processes
  2. 2Further training to become an Industrial Master Craftsman (Industriemeister Metall)
  3. 3Advanced training to become a Technician (e.g., Mechanical Engineering Technician)
  4. 4Promotion to foreman or team leader
  5. 5Working in quality assurance or production planning

Open positions

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 Punching and Forming Mechanic 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 Punching and Forming Mechanic Ausbildung?

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

What are the requirements for a Punching and Forming Mechanic Ausbildung?

Good secondary school diploma (Hauptschule or Realschule equivalent); Technical understanding and manual dexterity; Meticulous and precise way of working; Spatial reasoning ability.

Where can I find open Punching and Forming Mechanic Ausbildung positions?

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

How to apply as a Punching and Forming Mechanic

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.