Vocational training
Career start with the best prospects
A fun job and a state-of-the-art environment in which theory and practice are perfectly combined: an apprenticeship at REICH secures your future.
Apprenticeships
How to become an apprentice?
REICH manufactures and processes precision turned parts and ball bearings. We offer several dual training programs in STEM professions. Certified by the German Chamber of Commerce, we accept a new group of apprentices in our training program on a yearly basis. In 2012, the new training facility and workshop opened its doors offering a spacious and light learning environment equipped with customized tools and machinery.
A dual apprenticeship comprises 3 key elements: training segments at a vocational college, the foundation course at our training facility and specialist training at the respective facility workshop. In other words, the program fully integrates theoretical education, basic practical training and specialist training on the job. Modern facilities and colleagues, who are enthusiastic about their work, look forward to meeting you.
Open training positions
Start in September 2026
We are now accepting applications for the following training positions, which will begin on 1 September 2026.
- Cutting machine operator (m/f/d)
- Machine and plant operator (m/f/d)
- Mechatronics technician (m/f/d)
- Electronic technician for automation technology (m/f/d)
- Tool mechanic (m/f/d)
- Industrial mechanic (m/f/d)
Job profiles
Ambition, innovation, future
Offering sound training is an integral part of REICH GmbH's philosophy, because education creates quality. Quality in terms of both your professional and personal development. The values that are created open up a future full of opportunities and possibilities for you. As a specialist in a STEM profession at REICH GmbH, you can expect a challenging, varied and responsible field of work.
Cutting machine operator (m/f/d)
Profile
- Manufacturing precision turned, milled, and ground parts for single-unit and mass production
- Planning, manufacturing, and inspecting new and production parts
- Setting up CNC-controlled machine systems
- Monitoring and optimizing manufacturing processes
Location & duration of training
- 3.5 years
- Approx. 1.5 years: Training workshop for machining (through the first part of the final exam)
- Approx. 1 year: Rotation through all production departments
- Approx. 1 year: Specialization in the chosen field within the future department (through the end of the apprenticeship)
- Block instruction at the vocational school in Bad Neustadt
Key aspects of training program
Basic Metalworking Course:
- Learn basic skills such as filing, sawing, drilling, and cutting threads
Machine Tool Course:
- This is a basic course in machining, covering simple milling and turning operations
- Acquire advanced knowledge and skills in CNC turning and milling
Possible area of work
- Mass production in the manufacturing department
- As needed: Custom part manufacturing in tool and die making
Required skills & interests
- Technical aptitude
- Strong interest in mathematics and physics
- Interest in hands-on work
Machine & equipment operator (m/f/d)
Profile
- Manufacturing of precision turned, milled, and ground parts in series production
- Manufacturing and inspection of production parts
- Monitoring and optimization of manufacturing processes and machine systems
Location & duration of training
- 2 years
- Approx. 1 year: Training workshop for machining (until the final exam, Part 1)
- Approx. 6 months: Rotation through all production departments
- Approx. 6 months: Future specialized department (until the end of the apprenticeship)
- Block instruction at the vocational school in Bad Neustadt
Key aspects of training program
Basic Metalworking Course:
- Learning basic skills such as filing, sawing, drilling, thread cutting, etc.
Machine Tool Course:
- Basic course in machining (learning simple milling and turning operations)
Possible area of work
- Mass production in the manufacturing sector
Required skills & interest
- Technical aptitude
- Interest in mathematics and physics
- Interest in hands-on work
Mechatronics technician (m/f/d)
Profile
- Development, design, installation, and commissioning of complex automation systems
- Maintenance, servicing, and repair of handling systems
- Assembly of complex subassemblies
Location & duration of training
- 3.5 years
- Basic metalworking course at the training workshop
- Following the basic metalworking course: Special-purpose machine construction (until the end of the apprenticeship)
- Block instruction at the vocational school in Bad Neustadt
Key aspects of training program
Basic Metalworking Course:
- Learning basic skills such as filing, sawing, drilling, thread cutting, etc.
Machine Tool Course:
- Basic course in machining (learning simple milling and turning operations)
Basic Electrical Course:
- Acquiring knowledge in the field of electrical engineering (soldering, electrical engineering, installation techniques, etc.)
- DC, AC, and three-phase technology
- Basic knowledge of commissioning automation systems
- S7 Course (Programming)
- Teaching the basics of programming for KUKA robots and automation controllers
Basic Mechanics Course:
- Pneumatics and electro-pneumatics course
- Basic course in “technical drawing”
Possible area of work
- Custom machinery manufacturing or maintenance
Required skills & interests
- Interest in mathematics, physics, and technical projects
- A meticulous and precise work style, with strong spatial reasoning skills
Electronic technician for automation technology (m/f/d)
Profile
- Programming of industrial robots and automation systems
- Performing wiring, commissioning, and measurements on automation systems
- Setup and maintenance of computer-controlled manufacturing systems
- Design and development of complete control systems and programs
- Modifications and repairs to existing control systems
Location & duration of training
- 3.5 years
- Basic metalworking course at the training workshop
- Following the basic metalworking course: Special-purpose machine construction (through the end of the apprenticeship)
- Block instruction during the first year of apprenticeship at the vocational school in Bad Neustadt
- Block instruction starting in the second year of apprenticeship at the vocational school in Schweinfurt
Key aspects of training program
Basic Metalworking Course:
- Approximately 4-week course covering basic skills such as filing, sawing, drilling, thread cutting, etc.
Basic Electrical Course:
- Acquisition of knowledge in the field of electrical engineering (soldering, pneumatics, electrical engineering, installation technology, etc.)
- DC, AC, and three-phase current technology
- Introduction to the basics of programming for Kuka robots and automation controllers
- Technical planning of production facilities
Possible area of work
- Electronics Department or Custom Machine Manufacturing
Required skills & interests
- Ability to work independently
- Manual dexterity, meticulous and precise work habits, strong spatial awareness
- Interest in mathematics, physics, and computer science
Tool mechanic (m/f/d)
Profile
- Manufacture of tools and fixtures for production
- Manufacture of individual parts and assemblies using lathes, milling machines, grinders, and drilling machines
- Assembly and disassembly of complex assemblies
- Repair of tools and wear parts
Location & duration of training
- 3.5 years
- Approx. 1.5 years: Machining training workshop (through the first part of the final exam)
- Approx. 2 years: Toolmaking (through the end of the apprenticeship)
- Block instruction at the vocational school in Bad Neustadt
Key aspects of the training program
Basic Metalworking Course:
- Learning basic skills such as filing, sawing, drilling, thread cutting, etc.
Machine Tool Course:
- Basic course in machining (learning simple milling and turning operations)
- Introduction to CNC technology
- Acquiring advanced knowledge and skills in turning, milling, and grinding
Possible area of work
- Toolmaking
Required skills & interests
- Technical aptitude
- Strong interest in mathematics and physics
- Interest in hands-on work, manual dexterity
- Ability to solve problems independently
Industrial technician (m/f/d)
Profile
- Maintenance, servicing, and repair of the company’s entire machinery fleet
- Optimization of individual machine components
Location & duration of training
- 3.5 years
- Approx. 1.5 years: Machining training workshop (until the final exam, Part 1)
- Approx. 2 years: Maintenance (until the end of the apprenticeship)
- Block instruction at the vocational school in Bad Neustadt
Key aspects of training program
Basic Metalworking Course:
- Learning basic skills such as filing, sawing, drilling, thread cutting, etc.
Machine Tool Course:
- Basic course in machining (learning simple milling and turning operations)
Additional Focus Areas:
- Pneumatics and hydraulics course
- Assembly and disassembly of various mechanical assemblies (e.g., engines, transmissions, guides, etc.)
Possible area of work
- Maintenance
Required skills & interests
- Technical aptitude
- Interest in mathematics and physics
- Interest in hands-on work, manual dexterity
- Ability to solve problems independently
Technical product designer (m/f/d)
Profile
- fabrication of assembly units for automation systems
Location & duration of training
- 3.5 years
- training facility Mellrichstadt
- teaching blocks at the vocational college in Würzburg
Key aspects of the training program
Foundation course in metallurgy:
- acquisition of skills such as filing, sawing, thread cutting, etc. o
Training course CAD:
- foundation course CAD
- advanced training in CAD
Pneumatic training:
- foundation course in pneumatic systems
Other courses:
- training course in single-part drawing
- fabrication of smaller projects, i.e. single parts and smaller assembly units
Possible area of work
- engineering office (mechanical engineering)
Required skills & interests
- spatial reasoning
- technical understanding
- artistic talent (to draw freehand)
- very interested in mathematics
Material inspector (m/f/d)
Profile
- inspection of the material properties of the parts produced
Location & duration of training
- 3.5 years
- training facility in Mellrichstadt
- teaching blocks at the vocational college in in Selb (Oberfranken)
Key aspects of training program
Foundation course in metallurgy:
- acquisition of skills such as filing, sawing, thread cutting, etc.
- preparing manufactured parts for measurement of physical and chemical properties
- measuring material properties
Various training courses regarding the detection of defects in manufactured parts (quality inspection):
- training course “Magnetic Particle Testing”
- training course “Ultrasonic Testing”
- training course “Penetrant Testing”
Possible area of work
- materials laboratory
Required skills & interests
- very good at mathematics and physics
- very interested in physical questions
- interested in technical devices
- technical understanding
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Internships
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Holiday jobs
It is possible to work for REICH during school holidays or the winter and summer break. Due to the limited number of vacancies, we recommend to apply early. Most jobs are available over the summer break.
What does MINT mean
MINT stands for mathematics, information technology, natural sciences and technology. Promoting young people in the fields of technology and science plays an important role in our company: from school projects with primary and secondary schools to taster weeks and internships, we offer everyone the opportunity to find out more.
What does MINT mean
