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2Careers in Machining Technology

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Objectives

• List the requirements for the various machining technology occupations

• Explain where to obtain information on occupations in machining technology

• State what industry expects of an employee• Describe what an employee should expect from

industry• Summarize the information given on a résumé


Careers in Machining Technology• Job that requires specialized training and

commitment to a profession• Machining is challenging, interesting, and rewarding

– Machine shop areas– Related fields


Machining Job Categories• Semiskilled worker• Skilled worker• Technicians• Professionals


Semiskilled Workers• Performs basic routine operations• Little chance for advancement without additional

training• General groups

– Helpers for skilled workers– Operate machines and equipment– Assemble various manufactured parts into final

products


Skilled Workers• Trained to do more complex tasks• Obtain training as an apprentice

– 4+ years required

• Training through armed forces or CTE programs• Demand for skilled workers has grown

tremendously• Several areas of concentration


All-Around Machinist• Skilled in setup and operation of most machine

tools• Familiar with both manual and computer-controlled

machine tools• Plan and carry out all of the operation needed to

machine job• Many work in job shops

– Specialize in various products


Tool and Die Maker• Toolmaker is a highly skilled machinist• Specialize in producing tools and tooling needs for

machining operations• Including

– Dies– Jigs– Fixtures


Specialist• Layout specialist

– Interprets drawings– Uses precision measuring tools– Very familiar with operations and capabilities of

machine tools– Well-trained in mathematics and print reading

• Setup specialist– Locates and positions tooling– Shows the machine operator how to do job


Part Programmer• Inputs data into a CNC machine tool for machining

product• Computers must be programmed• Must have training and knowledge in a variety of

areas


Supervisor or Manager• Skilled machinist who is promoted to a position of

greater responsibility• Directs other workers in the shop• Responsible for production deadlines and work

quality• Some also train other employees


Technicians• Operates in the realm between shop and

engineering departments• Two year education needed

– Associate’s degree – 2 year program

• Assists engineer– Testing experimental devices and machines– Compiling statistics– Making cost estimates– Preparing technical reports


Professionals• Teachers• Engineers

– Industrial– Mechanical– Tools and manufacturing– Metallurgical

• Bachelor’s degree – 4 year program


Preparing to Find a Job in Machining Technology• Obtaining information on machining occupations

– School’s career center– Technical education instructors– Internet– State employment services– Office of Apprenticeship of US DOL


Traits Employers Look forin an Employee• Skills and knowledge• Integrity and honesty• Comprehension• Dependability• Teamwork

• Communication• Self-confidence• Accountability• Initiative• Grooming and dress


Factors for Rejection for Employment• Poor personal

appearance• Poor scholastic

performance• Poor attendance record• Lack of ability to

communicate

• Lack of interest for job• Little knowledge

about company• Unrealistic salary

demands• Lack of maturity


How to Get a Job• Know what type of work you would like to do• Gather information on areas of interest• Research job opportunities• Dress appropriately• Fill out application completely• Know where to look for a job


Preparing a Résumé• A summary of your education and employment

background• Include comprehensive and accurate information• List all areas of knowledge and skill sets


What an Employee Should Expect from Industry• Salary and fringe benefits• Type of work environment• Proper safety clothing and equipment• Proper precautions when hazardous materials are

involved• Preventative safety programs


Factors that Can Lead to Job Termination• Alcohol or illegal drug abuse on job• Inability or refusal to perform work• Being habitually tardy• Missing work repeatedly• Inability to work with supervisors/peers• Inability to work as a team member


Keeping Your Skills Current• Keep up-to-date with knowledge and new skills that

advanced technologies demand• Competition from foreign-made product and

evolving technology make this necessary

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