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MACHINING

ADVANCED MANUFACTURING

Produce machined parts by programming, setting up, and operating a computer numerical control (CNC) machine. Maintain quality and safety standards, keep records, and maintain equipment and supplies.

Career Details

Skills

Students in Machining are trained in the following subject areas:

Setting up and operating a variety of machine tools, and calculating dimensions to produce mechanical parts and instruments
Repairing machine tools or maintaining industrial machines
Cutting, shaping, and finishing parts to specifications using machine tools, such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, or grinders
Keeping track of the progress of people and/or groups in order to make improvements
Understanding and following safety procedures

Career Options

Most Machining Job Corps graduates go to work for manufacturing companies, plants, or small machine shops.

Requirements

Before entering the program, students must:

Complete all required activity in the Career Preparation Period, including Career Exploration and Career Success/Workplace Skills.
Meet basic academic requirements in math and reading.

Credentials

As a Job Corps student, you will have the opportunity to earn credentials in your training area that may lead to greater employment opportunities, higher wages, and promotions.

Machining Numbers to Know

$44K

National average earning potential for this career

Completion times vary by training area. Check with your admissions advisor.

Expectations

While on the job, you will be expected to display the following traits at all times:

Attention to detail
Dependability
Independence
Initiative