Apprenticeship program at GF in Schaffhausen

Apprentice automation technician in action

How a damaged installation became a personal mission.

From Classroom to Control Panel

In the third year of his apprenticeship as an automation technician in Schaffhausen, Alex Bäder had the opportunity to break down the barriers between theoretical knowledge and practical application. A damaged installation in the laboratory became his personal project, which he tackled independently with a thirst for action and a good dose of enthusiasm.

From planning to successful implementation, he oversaw all phases of the project. Process planning, communication with customers and suppliers, creation of schematics and technical drawings, professional wiring of the electrical cabinet, and programming of the control system were among the many tasks he had to perform to successfully bring the plant back into operation. Alex seized the opportunity to put his acquired knowledge and manual skills into practice with palpable enthusiasm.

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Apprentice automation technician Alex Bäder

Empowering Apprentices

With this kind of know-how, our apprentices are well prepared for the challenges they will face after their apprenticeship. We are proud to be able to offer such opportunities to our apprentices at the Schaffhausen site and thus support their long-term professional development.

Alex Bäder's success story illustrates the importance of practical training. Thanks to the high-quality training he received at GF, he was able to acquire the knowledge he needed to succeed in challenging situations. His commitment, willingness to learn and practical application of his knowledge make this project a wonderful demonstration of the apprenticeship program at GF.

A report by Rafael Schlesier, apprenticeship manager for automation technicians and polymechanics at the Schaffhausen site.

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📅 Published: 23 January 2024