Process mechanic for plastics and rubber technology

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Tasks

Produce molded, structural or multi-layer rubber parts as well as semi-finished products, fiber composites or plastic windows from polymeric materials. Operate largely automated machinery and equipment.

Requirements

Handling of technical equipment, machines and systems, planning and controlling work processes and hands-on work.

Know-how

Physics, chemistry and crafts/technology

Duration of the training

3 years

Training finished – what’s next?

Process mechanics for plastics and rubber technology mainly work in companies in the plastics and rubber processing industry or in the chemical industry.