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Lukas (22), technical project planning aftermarket at Loibl Förderanlagen GmbH:

„At Loibl, you are always supported and encouraged - whether during your internship, training or in your job. This gave me a lot of confidence to grow into my new position."

Never stand still

Lukas (22) works as proposal engineer in our aftermarket department. He was awarded the title of Bavaria's youngest master craftsman in precision mechanics, is a member of the rural youth board, skis and is passionate about soccer. In this interview, he tells us why he works at Loibl.

It all began in September 2017 when Lukas started his training as a cutting machine operator at Loibl at just 16 years old. "I chose this profession because I did an internship in this field and I liked it right away." Lukas says of himself that he likes to lend a hand and take responsibility. Perfect prerequisites for an apprenticeship at Loibl, where our trainees can take on tasks independently at an early stage and demonstrate their practical skills. After graduating with honors, Lukas started further training in 2021 - just one year after his graduation - to become a master precision mechanic with a focus on mechanical engineering.

Why he wanted to go back to school so early? "I wanted to show that I could do my job." And how he did. At 20, he passed his exams to become a master precision mechanic with honors, the youngest in his class.

Hierarchies at Loibl are flat. Commitment and good performance are always rewarded. This is how it came about that Lukas was declared the right-hand man of the department head for turning and milling immediately after completing his training. "At Loibl, you're always supported and encouraged - no matter whether it's during your internship, training, or in your job. This gave me a lot of confidence to grow into my new position." Lukas is glad that Loibl fosters a relaxed corporate culture, so that everyone is given the space to develop to the best of their abilities.

  • Lukas 2017 at the start of his apprenticeship as cutting machine operator

From September 2022 to May 2023, Lukas completed his last training course for the time being to become a state-certified business administrator. As in previous years, Loibl gave him time off so that he could concentrate fully on his training. "I mapped out my career path from the very beginning, so I always knew exactly what I wanted to do." Lukas graduated from a business school, so it was natural for him not to turn his back on this field completely.

"The combination of my practical knowledge as a design and precision mechanic and the theoretical knowledge from my training in business administration are the ideal basis for me to do my new job in aftersales." Now, when Lukas writes a quote for a customer, he knows exactly what he's talking about, what the product's features are and how best to use it. "Because I've already helped build it myself." If he does have questions, the aftermarket team is immediately on hand to assist him. "Everyone is super helpful. I can rely on each and every one of them."

  • Lukas at the awarding of his master craftsman's diploma

  • Lukas with his family at the presentation of his business administration certificate

About his steep career path, Lukas says: "My training not only advanced me professionally, but also shaped my character." Just as the saying goes, Lukas also grows from his challenges.

He doesn't avoid challenges in his free time either. Lukas is the rural youth chairman in his hometown of Schwimmbach. He makes sure that the village youth grows together. "I organize parties and excursions, but sometimes I also act as a dispute mediator and comforter."

Lukas is also an avid skier and soccer player. Both sports have accompanied him since he was five years old. In the meantime, he is a ski instructor at the Leiblfing ski club for children between 5 and 10 years old and a goalkeeper for SV Salching in the Straubing district league.

He doesn't want to become a referee, though. "That's not enough fun. I'd rather train to be a coach at some point." I wonder if his thirst for knowledge won't get too much for him at some point? "No, I like to develop myself further. The main thing is not to stand still!"

  • Lukas is rural youth chairman in his hometown Schwimmbach

  • Ski instructor Lukas: in winter he teaches skiing to children from 5-10 years old

  • Soccer is his passion: He plays as a goalkeeper for the regional club SV Salching

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