**Company Description** **HydraForce** , a Bosch Rexroth company under the compact Hydralics offers one of the most comprehensive lines of high-quality hydraulic cartridge valves for the mobile and industrial equipment markets. We design and manufacture high performance valves that meet virtually any need encountered in machine design. HydraForce cartridge valves are designed to fit a wide range of industry-common valve cavities. Our employees enjoy a fast-paced and challenging work environment that provides them with daily opportunities to Power Forward their careers. For almost 35 years, HydraForce has been producing the most innovative electro-hydraulic control solutions for the mobile machinery and industrial equipment markets. **Bosch Rexroth** is one of the world’s leading providers of drive and control technologies. Regardless of the motion task that customers face anywhere in the world, they will always find a Bosch Rexroth team with the local experience and the appropriate know-how from more than 30 industries and all drive and control technologies. Our associates take on their customers’ challenges with passion and persistence until the right solution is found. This is what makes Bosch Rexroth a strong, reliable partner for Mobile Applications, Machinery Applications and Engineering and Factory Automation. As the Drive & Control Company, we develop, produce, and distribute our components and system solutions in over 80 countries. **Job Description** Job Introduction During the trainee program "Graduate Specialist Program – Manufacturing" you will spend 24 months in various personally coordinated rotations. This program is designed to transition you into a full-time role with HydraForce, a Bosch Company, after completion of the program in a challenging specialist or project role within the HydraForce Manufacturing Operations. Together, we lay the foundation for your successful career Role Responsibility **This is what you can expect:** + **4 rotations** : one of which is at another Bosch facility in the US: You will gain in-depth insights into various areas of the Manufacturing environment at Bosch Rexroth. Possible positions include, for example, engineering, quality, lean manufacturing, etc. + **Challenging content:** You can expect exciting technical and project tasks with operational and strategic tasks. + **Exclusive mentoring:** During the program, a mentor from the upper management circle will support you in your professional and personal development. In addition, a current participant from the trainee program will accompany you during onboarding. + **Flexible start date and permanent employment:** We adapt the start date individually to your needs. You will be part of our team from the very beginning and will take on responsibility from day 1. + **Network:** In the trainee program, you can network with trainees and managers worldwide across departments. **Qualifications** + Recent Grad (<3 years) or students graduating in Fall 2024/ Spring or Summer of 2025 with Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Quality Management, Manufacturing Operations, or other related field, with a minimum GPA of 3.5. (Master’s Degree preferred) + Some experience (previous internship) within a Manufacturing environment. + Proven ability to analyze problems, recommend and implement solutions. + Commitment to excellence and high standards. + Excellent written and oral communication skills. + Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees. + Willing to travel (Domestic) **Additional Information** **Benefits** Health and Safety are fundamental values within the company. Employees receive a full complement of health benefits including Blue Cross/Blue Shield Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision, Tax Free Health Accounts (HSA/FSA), Employee Assistance Program, Paid Time Off (PTO) plus Company paid Holidays. Our employees enjoy an attractive compensation package to include market competitive salary, Company paid and Voluntary Life insurance, Disability coverage, 401(k) with match, bonus opportunities, and more! **Must Have** + Must have US work authorization. This position is not open for International Assignments. + Indefinite U.S work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization is not available. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. **By choice, we are committed to a diverse workforce - EOE/Protected Veteran/Disabled**