As a specialist in high-quality semi-finished products made of aluminum, brass, copper, bronze, and plastic, BIKAR supplies materials worldwide for demanding industries—from aerospace and medical technology to mechanical engineering. The product range extends from plates, rods, and profiles to pre-machined blanks manufactured in highly automated processes.
This diversity is also reflected in the training opportunities: whether in the office or at the machine, trainees at BIKAR take on responsibility from day one. Industrial clerks work in sales, purchasing, logistics, or finance. Industrial mechanics, warehouse logisticians, machine and plant operators, and electronics technicians are involved in the manufacture and processing of products – often using state-of-the-art equipment such as in the fully automated environment of the BIKAR ZONE.
“61 trainees – this reflects our firm conviction that investing in training is investing in the future of the company,” says Annalena Moll, Head of Human Resources at BIKAR. “We want our trainees to be able to develop with us – both personally and professionally. That's why we focus on individual support, modern learning formats, and long-term prospects.”
At the start of their training, the new trainees first get to know their respective locations – among other things, through an interactive location quiz. The new trainees at the German locations then attended a two-day joint onboarding program at the BIKAR location in Korbußen, Thuringia, where team building, insights into key topics such as occupational safety and vocational school, and a cross-departmental World Café were on the agenda. The exchange was rounded off with a joint barbecue evening in a relaxed atmosphere.
Ingo Miß, training manager at BIKAR, emphasizes: “We are looking for young people who are motivated to take on responsibility. Those who are committed are rewarded with trust, exciting tasks, and real opportunities for development. Many of our current managers began their careers with an apprenticeship at our company.“
The effectiveness of this training concept is demonstrated not only by the growing numbers, but also by external recognition: BIKAR AEROSPACE GmbH in Korbußen was recently awarded the title of “Top Training Company 2025” by the East Thuringia Chamber of Industry and Commerce. In addition, BIKAR METALS received the “IHK Seal of Approval for Training in South Westphalia” – double praise for a training system focused on quality, commitment and future opportunities.