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Electromechanical Technician Apprentice, Upper Merion, US, 2027
USA - Pennsylvania - King of Prussia · On-site · Full-time · Posted Oct 16, 2026
- Experience
- Less than 2 years of related work experience since graduating from high school.
- Education
- High school diploma or equivalency diploma by June 2027; high school GPA 2.5 or above on a 4.0 scale. Must enroll in a partner college or technical institution and meet entry requirements. The apprenticeship includes study toward an associate degree in Biotechnology or Engineering.
About the job
An entry-level apprenticeship combining part-time college study with hands-on training maintaining and improving equipment at a biopharmaceutical manufacturing facility.
What you'll do
- Learn to maintain production equipment, perform routine maintenance, and diagnose and resolve breakdowns.
- Assist with designing, installing, and testing equipment; maintain and calibrate equipment.
- Follow Good Manufacturing Practices and identify ways to improve manufacturing safety, efficiency, and quality.
What they ask for
- High school diploma or equivalency by June 2027, with a high school GPA of 2.5 or above on a 4.0 scale.
- High school Algebra and Geometry or equivalent academic math, English, Biology, and Chemistry, with a GPA of 2.5 or above in each stated subject.
- Must have 0–30 college credits and be fluent in written and spoken English.
- Must be at least 18 by August 1, 2027; have less than 2 years of related work experience since high school graduation; and be able to commute daily to the manufacturing facility and partner institution.
Nice to have
- Studied AP Biology or Chemistry, more than one life science, Physics, Pre-Calculus, or engineering, technology, robotics, shop, or STEM-related courses.
Tools
Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
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