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At RKW Wasserburg, we specialize in the development and production of polyethylene and polypropylene films. The site primarily produces films for hygiene and medical applications, as well as industrial packaging films and films for technical applications. RKW Wasserburg is the Center of Competence for our Hyfol® range of films and laminates for the global hygiene disposables market.
Your apprenticeship is our highest priority. Because we know: your success is also our success. That is why we do everything we can to ensure that you feel comfortable with us and are prepared in the best possible way for your future career. At RKW, you are more than an apprentice – you are a valued member of the team. Integrated and respected from the very beginning, you can look forward to exciting tasks and a positive atmosphere that will help you grow not only professionally, but personally as well.

Our Apprenticeship Programs (m/f/d)
With an apprenticeship at RKW, you build a solid foundation for the future – across many exciting fields. Discover your dream job now!
As a Plastics and Rubber Technologist, you are the skilled specialist in the plastics processing industry. You set up and operate production machines. You also monitor the production process, ensure smooth operations, and maintain the quality of production.
What you bring:
- You have successfully completed, or are about to complete, secondary school
- You have a good technical understanding and manual skills
- You enjoy working in a team and are ready to get involved
Apprenticeship duration:
3 years
As an Industrial Mechanic, you are responsible for the maintenance and servicing of equipment in the production and workshop areas. You also inspect operational systems and carry out modification work together with your colleagues. Another key part of your role is supporting the commissioning of new or repaired equipment and troubleshooting our machines to ensure smooth production processes.
What you bring:
- Secondary school qualification or a professional reorientation / second vocational training
- Good technical understanding
- Manual skills
- You are conscientious and responsible
- You enjoy working in a team and are ready to get involved
Apprenticeship duration:
3.5 years
As an Electronics Technician, you are responsible for the regular inspection and maintenance of industrial machines as well as power distribution systems. You also take on the wiring, assembly, setup, and programming of control units. Another key area of responsibility is troubleshooting and the subsequent recommissioning of machines and systems to ensure smooth operations. In addition, you work with technical documentation, which serves as the basis for carrying out your tasks precisely and efficiently.
What you bring:
- You have successfully completed, or are about to complete, your intermediate school certificate
- You have a good technical understanding
- You enjoy working in a team and are ready to get involved
Apprenticeship duration:
3.5 years
As a Machine and Plant Operator, you are responsible for setting up and operating printing and converting equipment used to print and enhance our plastic films. You also monitor production processes and ensure that assigned orders are carried out on the machines as specified. In other words, you are the one who keeps the machines running. In addition, you perform error analyses and quality inspections, making an important contribution to meeting our high quality standards.
What you bring:
- Ideally, some initial practical experience in a technical environment through internships or part-time jobs (e.g. in production facilities or workshops)
- Technical understanding and manual skills are an advantage
- Ability to work in a team and reliability
- Sense of responsibility and attention to detail
- Good technical understanding
Apprenticeship duration:
2 years
As a Wholesale and Foreign Trade Management Assistant, you support the organization and handling of international goods flows. You communicate with customers and suppliers worldwide – also in English – and assist in preparing export and customs documents. You also process orders and support the handling of international payment transactions. During your training, you will get to know various departments such as Production Planning, HR, Logistics, and Controlling, and work with modern IT systems as well as specialized application programs such as MS Office and SAP.
What you bring:
- You have a good intermediate school certificate or a qualification from a business school
- You are interested in international economic and business relationships
- You enjoy communication – also in English
- You have a good understanding of numbers and a commercial mindset
- You are open to new things and willing to look beyond your own horizon
Apprenticeship duration:
3 years
As an Office Management Assistant, you support the organization and execution of commercial and administrative tasks. You independently handle day-to-day responsibilities within the respective specialist departments while getting to know different areas of the company such as Production Planning, Logistics, Controlling, and Human Resources. You also communicate with internal and external contacts and work with modern IT systems as well as specialized application programs such as MS Office and SAP.
What you bring:
- A good intermediate school certificate or a qualification from a business school
- Interest in business and economic relationships
- Good English skills
- Team spirit and flexibility
- A responsible and careful way of working
Apprenticeship duration:
3 years
What We Offer:
- Attractive compensation package in line with the KVI collective agreement, plus additional benefits such as holiday and Christmas pay, employer-funded pension scheme, and much more
- Work-life balance: 38-hour week
- 30 days of vacation
- Modern work equipment: commercial apprentices receive a laptop and accessories, while technical apprentices receive an iPad and accessories – for work and vocational school
- Comprehensive onboarding process
- Very good prospects of being taken on after completing the apprenticeship
- Discounts and special offers: access to a range of employee discounts and exclusive deals
- EGYM Wellpass: health and fitness offers with employer contribution
- Company cafeteria on site
- Free parking on site
- Individual training, development, and continuing education opportunities
- A workplace offering individual opportunities for development and growth
- Diversity, equal opportunities, and an open corporate culture
- A family-like environment with an international flair
