Role summary
Flowserve is offering 3 year apprenticeships. These young students will participate in a program to become a conventional lathe operator/miller, mechatronics technician or industrial mechanic - specializing in lathe systems for Flowserve pump products.
The apprentice will work 4 days a week (day shift) on site in Itzehoe and spend 1 day a week at a local community college for theoretical instruction.
Your tasks
You will work as a machinist in our plant in Itzehoe
You are responsible for handling Flowserve products
You are required to comply with our safety regulations
Your profile
High school diploma, ESA, Realabschluss or higher
Quick comprehension and practical application of knowledge
Open-mindedness, willingness to learn
Practical, hands-on attitude Technical background or interest
We offer
Interesting and varied tasks in an international and innovative company
A family-friendly company with a flexible working time system in line with the collective wage agreement of the metal and electrical industry and 30 vacation days
Vacation and Christmas bonus as well as other additional benefits according to the collective agreement
Possibility of mobile working
Possibility of a company pension plan
Medium-sized company, embedded in an international group of companies
Company canteen
Good transport connections and sufficient free parking spaces
Company fitness via Qualitrain
Regular annual health check-ups and offer of flu vaccinations
Skills Required
- High school diploma (ESA, Realabschluss) or higher
- Availability to work on-site in Itzehoe four days per week and attend one day per week at a local community college
- Willingness to comply with company safety regulations
- Quick comprehension and ability to apply practical knowledge
- Open-mindedness and willingness to learn
- Practical, hands-on attitude; technical interest or background
Flowserve Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Flowserve Corporation and has not been reviewed or approved by Flowserve Corporation.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are described as strengthened with an enhanced 401(k) match, added employer contributions, and a shorter vesting schedule following recent plan changes. Feedback suggests this compares well with large‑company norms and is a notable part of total rewards.
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Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision coverage with HSA/FSA options is described as solid, complemented by life/disability insurance and an EAP. Feedback suggests overall health benefits are comprehensive for a large industrial employer.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An employee stock purchase plan with a company match makes equity participation accessible and financially attractive. Feedback suggests this feature stands out versus typical offerings and adds meaningful value.
Flowserve Corporation Insights
What We Do
Flowserve is one of the world's largest manufacturers of pumps, valves and seals with over 19,000 employees in over 60 countries. Built on more than 50 world-renowned heritage brands, the equity and customer loyalty we have earned over the past 220 years is the foundation of our leadership position across the globe.


