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Looking to start your career right out of high school? Maybe you have been out of school for a while and are looking for a challenging new career. Either way this may be the opportunity for you! Earn while you learn in the GROB Apprenticeship Program. Our program features on-the-job training, a hands-on learning environment, and a company-paid college degree. This combination of training and education helps our apprentices become valuable members of our highly-skilled workforce.

The program is designed to prepare students for technician-level jobs within our company. This could include working in the world of robotics, CNC machines, computer aided drafting and design, assembly and test equipment, and total flexible manufacturing network.

We hope that you will consider joining our team as an apprentice and build your future with us!

The application deadline for the 2021 apprentice class was March 31st. We will begin accepting applications for the 2022 class this fall.

Become a GROB Apprentice!

The apprenticeship program is not currently accepting applications. Please check back in the future.

The Workforce of Tomorrow

GROB apprentices will specialize in either a mechanical or electrical pathway depending on their interest, ability, and company need:

Mechanical
Apprentices will be taught various machining and assembly skills. They will learn how to read blueprints and run machines such as the manual mill and lathe, CNC mill and lathe, and drill press.
Electrical
Apprentices will learn how to read electrical diagrams, wire control cabinets, troubleshoot various machine faults, and program PLC's.
Not sure which path is for you?
All of our first-year apprentices go through a basic training period where they get to experience both mechanical and electrical work in order to determine their ideal placement. Basic training includes classroom instruction and hands-on projects that teach new apprentices basic mechanical and electrical skills.

Higher education

GROB apprentices attend Rhodes State College in Lima where they have the opportunity to earn a company-paid Associate Degree

Apprentices are enrolled in an Engineering Technology degree program

Apprentices are paid their GROB hourly wage even while attending class

Apprentices also receive job-specific training at GROB from a dedicated and experienced training staff

What we offer

Opportunity to travel

As a global company, each year we are able to offer a few of our apprentices the opportunity to travel to our parent company in Germany for an exchange program

Considered a full-time employee

This means you will be able to receive full benefits (medical, vision, dental), enroll in a 401k, enjoy free daily catered lunches, and benefit from paid holidays.

We've got you covered

All tools you would need for the program are provided
Uniforms are provided at no expense to the apprentice
Reimbursement for new safety shoes each year

Competitive hourly wage

Apprentices work a 40 hour week
Apprentices also receive yearly pay increases

Experience the GROB Apprenticeship Program

In-person visits to GROB are on hold right now due to COVID-19, but we have several resources available for you to still learn more about our apprenticeship program. Follow a few of our current apprentices as they give you an inside look at our facility and program.

Explore our apprenticeship training area for yourself through a 3D virtual tour.