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Vocational training

Vocational training provides a solid foundation for practical experience, career advancement, and good earning potential.
STOPA ANLAGENBAU GMBH

Vocational training

Vocational training provides a solid foundation for practical experience, career advancement, and good earning potential.
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Training as a mechatronics engineer
01.09.2025
STOPA, Achern-Gamshurst
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Training as a cutting machine operator
01.09.2025
STOPA, Achern-Gamshurst
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Training as a construction mechanic
01.09.2025
STOPA, Achern-Gamshurst
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Training as a process mechanic for coating technology
01.09.2025
STOPA, Achern-Gamshurst
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STOPA Impressions


Insights into the STOPA world

Welcome to STOPA

Get an insight into our offices and break rooms as well as our production and manufacturing halls at our headquarters in Achern-Gamshurst.

Benefits for our trainees


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Attractive training allowance in accordance with company wage agreements

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Vacation pay

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Operating performance bonus

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Generously funded company pension scheme

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VWL subsidy

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Travel money

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High chances of employment

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Subsidized, regional, fresh lunch

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Reimbursement of travel expenses to vocational school/university

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Cooperation with Hansefit

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Trainee network

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Cross-company training measures

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Team events

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Family atmosphere & transparent communication

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Modern STOPA Academy

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Exam preparation

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Social projects

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Joint future planning

our Training areas


We simply have more to offer. With eight IHK-certified apprenticeships and four dual study programs at the DHBW Karlsruhe, you have a wide range of options to choose from to find your dream job.

With the STOPA Academy as our training and education center, we offer you the ideal conditions for your future. Modern training rooms, interactive learning methods, learning courses, exam preparation, intensive support from trainers and training officers, and various further training opportunities round off the range of services offered by our family-owned company.

Please check current vacancies to see which training positions are available this year.

Mechatronics Engineer


Bild: Mechatroniker bei der Ausbildung

Assembling, wiring, programming, and adjusting complex machines and systems

This job combines both mechanical and electrical engineering tasks. After a basic training course covering all aspects of the profession, you will be integrated into the work process. You will learn how to manufacture technical systems and all the work processes involved in mechanical engineering and precision engineering.

Training period

3 ½ years, may be shortened if necessary

Start of training
Annually on September 1
Training location
STOPA headquarters in Achern
Vocational school
Offenburg vocational school

REQUIREMENTS:

School leaving certificate
Certificate of Secondary Education
Mathematics and Physics
Important school subjects
Computer skills
Good
Further skills
Good logical thinking skills, technical understanding, interest in data processing
Remuneration
According to in-house tariff

Construction Mechanic


Bild: Konstruktionsmechaniker beim Schweißen

Welding, edging, burning, grinding, measuring, assembling steel structures

Your tasks will include creating steel and sheet metal constructions using manual and machine processing methods. You will learn about the various sheet metal processing methods, such as burning, sawing, welding, edging, turning, and milling.

Training period
3 ½ years, may be shortened if necessary
Start of training
Annually on September 1
Training location
STOPA headquarters in Achern
Vocational school
Offenburg vocational school

REQUIREMENTS:

School leaving certificate
Certificate of Secondary Education
Mathematics and Physics
Important school subjects
Further skills
Technical understanding, logical thinking, teamwork, and flexibility
Remuneration
According to in-house tariff

Cutting machine operator


Turning, milling, drilling, grinding, measuring, programming CNC machining centers.

After comprehensive basic training in metal technology, components are manufactured according to specifications using machining processes. Your tasks will also include planning and creating programs for numerically controlled machine tools and setting up CNC milling machines.

Training period
3 ½ years, may be shortened if necessary
Start of training
Annually on September 1
Training location
STOPA headquarters in Achern
Vocational school
1st year at Achern vocational school, from the 2nd year at Wolfach vocational school
REQUIREMENTS:
School leaving certificate
Certificate of Secondary Education
Mathematics and Physics
Good performance
Computer skills
Good
Further skills
Technical understanding, logical thinking, teamwork, and flexibility
Remuneration
According to in-house tariff

Technical Product Designer


Creating detailed drawings and developing construction plans using CAD software

An important link between design, planning, and manufacturing. You refine the ideas and designs of designers and developers. This includes creating detailed drawings and developing design plans using CAD (computer-aided design).

Training period
3 ½ years, may be shortened if necessary
Start of training
Annually on September 1
Training location
STOPA headquarters in Achern
Vocational school
Lahr vocational school
REQUIREMENTS:
School leaving certificate
Certificate of Secondary Education
Mathematics
Advanced level
Computer skills
Good
Further skills
Technical interest and understanding, good spatial awareness
Remuneration
According to in-house tariff

Process mechanic for coating technology


Grinding, cleaning, degreasing, masking, painting, drying, operating painting systems

You apply paints, varnishes, and other coating materials to wood, metal, and plastic surfaces. This can be done manually or using various surface coating techniques. To do this, you will operate, monitor, and maintain the relevant equipment and systems. You will plan workflows, coordinate them with upstream and downstream manufacturing processes, and prepare workpieces for coating.

Training period
3 ½ years, may be shortened if necessary
Start of training
Annually on September 1
Training location
STOPA headquarters in Achern
Vocational school
Vocational school for color technology, Karlsruhe
REQUIREMENTS:
School leaving certificate
Certificate of Secondary Education
Mathematics and Physics
Good performance
Computer skills
Good
Further skills
Ability to work in a team, flexibility, logical thinking
Remuneration
According to in-house tariff

Industrial clerk


Sales, purchasing, manufacturing, human resources, controlling, and service

This is a training program with a focus on administration. You will learn about all the work processes required for a manufacturing company. These include order processing, purchasing, sales, business organization, accounting, human resources, and quality management at STOPA.

Ausbildungsdauer

3 Jahre, ggf. Verkürzung mögl.

Ausbildungsbeginn
jährlich zum 1. September
Ausbildungsort
Unternehmenssitz STOPA in Achern
Berufsschule
Kaufmännische Schulen in Achern

VORAUSSETZUNGEN:

Schulabschluss
Mittlere Reife oder Berufskolleg 1
Computerkenntnisse
Gut
Weiteres
Interesse an wirtschaftlichen Abläufen, Organisations- und Kommunikationsfähigkeit, Bereitschaft zur Teamarbeit, Kreativität
Vergütung

Gemäß Haustarif

Warehouse logistics specialist


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Purchasing, scheduling, picking, checking, transporting, shipping, and driving forklifts

This is a training program that focuses primarily on materials management. At our industrial company, you will acquire organizational skills and practical expertise in the storage of goods. This includes, for example: raw materials management, materials inspection, transport, goods dispatch, load securing, working with merchandise management systems, and industrial trucks (e.g., forklifts).

Ausbildungsdauer

3 Jahre, ggf. Verkürzung mögl.

Ausbildungsbeginn
jährlich zum 1. September
Ausbildungsort
Unternehmenssitz STOPA in Achern
Berufsschule
Berufliche Schulen Kehl

VORAUSSETZUNGEN:

Schulabschluss
Hauptschulabschluss oder Mittlere Reife
Mathematik und Physik
Wichtige Schulfächer
Computerkentnisse
Gut
Weiteres
Interesse an wirtschaftlichen Abläufen, Organisations- und Kommunikationsfähigkeit, Bereitschaft zur Teamarbeit
Vergütung

Gemäß Haustarif

IT specialist specializing in system integration


Planning, installing, operating, and managing software and hardware components in IT systems

You plan and configure IT systems. As an in-house service provider or at the customer’s site, you set up these systems according to customer requirements and operate and manage them. This also includes systematically isolating and rectifying faults with the help of experts and diagnostic systems when they occur. You advise internal and external users on the selection and use of equipment and solve application and system problems. In addition, you create system documentation and conduct training courses for users.

Ausbildungsdauer

3 Jahre, ggf. Verkürzung mögl.

Ausbildungsbeginn
jährlich zum 1. September
Ausbildungsort
Unternehmenssitz STOPA in Achern
Berufsschule
Gewerbeschule Offenburg

VORAUSSETZUNGEN:

Schulabschluss
Mindestens Mittlere Reife
Mathematik und Physik
Wichtige Schulfächer
Computerkentnisse
Sehr gut
Weiteres
Gutes logisches Denkvermögen, technisches Verständnis, Interesse an Datenverarbeitung
Vergütung

Gemäß Haustarif

Or maybe start with an internship?


Internships not only offer an excellent opportunity to get to know relevant professional fields and gain practical experience, but also encourage early consideration of career prospects after school. Are you still unsure about your career choice and don’t know which direction to take? With our twelve apprenticeships/degree programs, we are happy to support you.

Frequently asked questions


Why should I start my professional career at STOPA?
As a traditional company on a growth path, we are the perfect size. With over 300 employees, we have a family-like working atmosphere while still enjoying the advantages of a large company (see Benefits). This is also reflected in our guiding values, which form the basis of our corporate culture. With the STOPA Academy as our training and education center, we offer you the ideal conditions for your professional future and place great value on training and continuing education.
What opportunities does STOPA offer students to gain practical experience?

Holiday jobs: You can work at STOPA during the holidays and not only earn money, but also gain valuable insights into work processes, e.g. in the assembly and production departments. Current holiday jobs are listed under “Job vacancies.”

Internships: STOPA offers internships for school students, giving you the opportunity to get to know different career fields and gain some initial practical experience. You can request an internship using the contact form on our training page.

Career orientation days: STOPA organizes special days where you can visit the company and find out about various apprenticeship professions.

Trade fairs: You can also get in touch with us at many trade fairs, such as the career information fair in Offenburg or smaller school fairs in the surrounding area (see trade fair dates).

Does STOPA offer student internships, working student positions, or thesis projects?

At STOPA, we regularly offer internships and topics for final theses. However, we are also always happy to receive unsolicited applications in which you indicate your preferred areas of work, technical focus, or specific topic suggestions. Don’t have any ideas for your thesis yet or are open to our topic suggestions? No problem. We have prepared a number of case studies in many different fields that you are welcome to work on.

The training position/degree program I am looking for is not advertised. Can I submit an unsolicited application?
We do not generally offer the same range of apprenticeships and dual study programs every year. However, you are welcome to send us a speculative application for your desired apprenticeship position and we will check whether there is a possibility.
What are my chances of being hired after completing my training or studies? How high are they?
STOPA attaches great importance to taking on trainees. The chances of being hired are therefore very high.
How can I apply for a job at STOPA?
Please apply exclusively via the online application portal. This will enable us to process your application as quickly as possible and ensure that all relevant information is included and that data protection regulations are complied with.
What should be included in the application?
Please submit a complete resume (with current contact information), a short cover letter, and a current school transcript. If you have any previous (school) degrees or internship certificates, please include these as well. We may request additional documents if something is missing. Please check your inbox and spam folder regularly to see if you have received any inquiries from us.
What is the application process for a training position or a dual study program?
In the first step, you will be invited to take an aptitude test, followed by a personal interview in the second step.
Is it possible to apply for several training positions at the same time?
Yes, this is possible in principle. Please apply via our online application portal or include a note in your cover letter stating which apprenticeships/degree programs you are still open to.
Would it be possible to shorten the training program?
A reduction is possible under certain conditions, such as previous school education and a certain grade point average in vocational school.
Will I be provided with a laptop?
Our commercial trainees, interns, and working students receive their own IT equipment. This includes a Microsoft Surface tablet, headset, mouse, and keyboard, among other things.
Who else can I contact if I have questions about training or the dual study program?
You can find the contact person for the training department at the bottom of the training page or via the contact form, e.g. under our job vacancies. Please note that the training manager is the person to contact for questions regarding the training department.

statements from our trainees


Bild: Jannis Vogt, Mechatroniker

Jannis Vogt

Mechatroniker
„Die Ausbildung in der STOPA gibt mir für meine Zukunft sehr viele Möglichkeiten für die Weiterbildung meines Berufes. Der Zusammenhalt der Auszubildenden ist loyal.“
Bild: Janina Allgeier, Fachkraft für Lagerlogistik

Janina Allgeier

Fachkraft für Lagerlogistik
„Man durchlebt bei der STOPA eine sehr vielseitige Ausbildung. Zudem werden dir während der Ausbildung viele verschiedene Tätigkeiten und Weiterbildungen ermöglicht.“
Bild: Max Remisch, Verfahrensmechaniker

Max Remisch

Verfahrensmechaniker
„Die Ausbildung bei STOPA ist super. Die Mitarbeiter sind sehr nett, verantwortungsvoll und hilfsbereit. Die Ausbildung bei STOPA macht Spaß.“
Bild: Eyüp Sahin, Mechatroniker

Eyüp Sahin

Mechatroniker
„Die Arbeitskollegen in der Firma STOPA sind sehr hilfsbereit und freundlich. Die Ausbildung bereitet einen für die Zukunft sehr gut vor. Der Ausbildungsstoff wird gut übermittelt“
Bild: Sebastian Meier, Mechatroniker

Sebastian Meier

Mechatroniker
„STOPA ist sehr organisiert, hat ein gutes Arbeitsklima und fördert die Mitarbeiter.“
Bild: Julia Bauer, Industriekauffrau

Julia Bauer

Industriekauffrau
„Die Ausbildung zur Industriekauffrau bei Stopa gefällt mir besonders, da ich vielseitige Einblicke in die verschiedenen Abteilungen bekomme. Es ist sehr abwechslungsreich und interessant.“
Bild: Leo Weissreiner, Mechatroniker

Leo Weissreiner

Mechatroniker
„STOPA bietet einen breiten Bereich an Möglichkeiten und ein sehr gutes Arbeitsklima.“
Bild: Maciej Köster, Mechatroniker

Maciej Köster

Mechatroniker
„Das Unternehmen ist gut aufgebaut und organisiert. Das Arbeitsklima ist sehr angenehm.“

    training fairs


    Du interessierst dich für eine Ausbildung bei STOPA? Wir würden uns freuen, Dich auf folgenden Messen persönlich kennenzulernen:
    Berufsinfomesse Realschule Rheinmünster
    Rheinmünster
    27.1.2025
    Berufsinfomesse Gewerbeschule Achern
    Achern
    7.2.2025
    Berufsinfomesse DHBW Karlsruhe
    Karlsruhe
    22.3.2025
    Berufsinfomesse Gemeinschaftsschule Achern
    Achern
    28.3.2025
    Berufsinfomesse Bühl
    Bühl
    1.4.2025
    Berufsinfomesse Oberkirch
    Oberkirch
    5.4.2025
    Berufsinfomesse BIM Offenburg
    Offenburg
    9./10.5.2025
    Berufsinfomesse Lenderschule Sasbach
    Sasbach
    5.6.2025
    Berufsinfomesse Ottersweier
    Ottersweier
    27.6.2025
    Berufsinfomesse Realschule Achern
    Achern
    3.7.2025
    Recruiting Messe Hochschule Offenburg
    Offenburg
    21.10.2025
    CAREER-Messe HS Offenburg
    Offenburg
    21.10.2025
    CareerContacts HS Karlsruhe
    Karlsruhe
    22.10.2025
    Berufsinfomesse Realschule Renchen
    Renchen
    8.11.2025
    Berufsinfomesse DHBW Karlsruhe
    Karlsruhe
    19.11.2025
    Bonding Firmenkontaktmesse

    Karlsruhe

    26./27.11.2025

    your contact


    Stephan Hess

    Training Manager

    STOPA Anlagenbau GmbH
    Industriestr. 12
    77855 Achern-Gamshurst

    Tel +49 7841 704-283
    shess@stopa.com

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