Polymecanic Apprenticeship Trainer

About the job

Apprentice training is a fundamental pillar of Mikron's values and the transmission of our expertise. As a polymecanic apprentice trainer, you play a key role in developing tomorrow's talents by supporting them throughout their journey. Through committed and practical teaching, you contribute to their professional success while ensuring learning aligned with the technical requirements and quality standards of our industry.

Main responsibilities

• Deliver CIE courses (Manual machining techniques, conventional, CNC, metrology, assembly)
• Guide apprentices towards success through motivating teaching and valuing their work
• Report information to management in the form of a dashboard (cost tracking, commitment status, apprentice production via SAP)
• Manage investment requests (machines, accessories) and purchases.
• Plan and organise the weekly workload for each apprentice (MAP, machine use, tracking manufactured parts) and sign work logs and apprentice absences.
• Conflict management, enforce internal rules in case of non-compliance with company values, organise meetings with parents if necessary
• Collaborate with training partners (COMEC, Swissmem, CPNE, schools)
• Participate in biannual exchanges with local training centres
• Organise open days, internships for future apprentices, educational and recreational events
• Manage educational outings (team building, skiing, industrial visits)
• Plan individual interviews and qualification reports every 6 months.
• Motivate apprentices to participate in competitions such as SwissSkills or IndustrieSkills.

Key interpersonal skills

• Learning and development
• Commitment and loyalty
• Continuous improvement
• Confidentiality and discretion
• Results orientation

Technical skills

• Resilience
• Communication & feedback
• Time management
• Productivity improvement

Your profile

• Federal VET Diploma (CFC) as polymecanic technician
• Proficiency in CNC machining with CAM use (3-axis and 5-axis)
• Knowledge of Mastercam or equivalent
• At least 3-4 years of experience
• Experience in leading and training staff, ideally young apprentices in a mechanical workshop (an advantage)
• CIE trainer certificate (600h) (an advantage), possibility to obtain it during employment
• Management training (an advantage)
• Knowledge of MS Office and ERP software (an advantage)

What we offer

• A role with strong impact, directly contributing to training tomorrow's talents
• The opportunity to share your technical expertise and passion for the profession
• A modern, collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement
• Opportunities for development and ongoing training
• A human corporate culture based on knowledge sharing and teamwork