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BMW scholars training on 2/2/22 - File: 020121GR56

Our Automotive Manufacturing Certificate Program.

As a world-class leader in the automotive industry, BMW Manufacturing is constantly searching for talented individuals who can help us shape the Future of mobility. With BMW, you'II be able to put your talent to work, experience our working culture up close, and develop the knowledge to be considered for a full-time BMW associate position. 

The Automotive Manufacturing Certificate Program is a one-year long program that allows you to attend courses at a local partner college while working part-time within different technologies at BMW Manufacturing and receiving BMW-specific trainings. After successful completion of the program, students will have earned a certificate in advanced manufacturing and a certificate in manufacturing operations from the U.S. Department of Labor. Further, students will become preferred candidates for production associate positions here at Plant Spartanburg.

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Insights.

"BMW’s new Automotive Manufacturing Certificate Program opens yet another avenue for qualified candidates to join our team. This unique, one-year program prepares potential team members by weaving together a curriculum at one of our partner technical colleges with on-the-job training at BMW to provide a foundation for a manufacturing career. At the completion of the program, each participant earns an Advanced Manufacturing Certificate and an opportunity to either join our team or use the certificate towards the completion of an advanced degree. Both options open the pathway for a rewarding career in manufacturing at BMW."

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PAUL SINANIAN.
Manager for Talent Programs and Training at BMW Manufacturing. 

Additional information.

Students will be trained with BMW-specific classes along with courses at a local partner college. From BMW, students can expect to be trained in the proper use of hand and power tools, value added production systems (VPS), production processes and quality systems, problem solving, digitalization topics, and how to exceed customer expectations. From the certificate program, students will be taught the principles of and applied learning in manufacturing, continuous improvement and quality assurance processes, and industrial management safety.

Qualifications & Experience.

  • A high school diploma with a minimum GPA of 2.0, or a GED.
  • Interest in manufacturing and striving for a position as Production Associate.
  • Commitment to work 20-25 hours per week at BMW during the time of the program.
  • Willingness to work shifts upon successful completion of the program.
  • Compulsory participation in classroom training sessions as well as internal BMW Manufacturing training.

The application period starts in spring with onboarding in the summer.

  • Receive a certificate from a technical college and the USDOL.
  • Eligibility for medical insurance and prescription drug coverage.
  • Gain valuable work experience at BMW's only U.S. automotive plant.
  • Be considered for full-time employment at BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC.
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