2Careers in Machining Technology
Chapter
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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
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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
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Machining Job Categories• Semiskilled worker• Skilled worker• Technicians• Professionals
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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
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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
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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
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Tool and Die Maker• Toolmaker is a highly skilled machinist• Specialize in producing tools and tooling needs for
machining operations• Including
– Dies– Jigs– Fixtures
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Professionals• Teachers• Engineers
– Industrial– Mechanical– Tools and manufacturing– Metallurgical
• Bachelor’s degree – 4 year program
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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
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Traits Employers Look forin an Employee• Skills and knowledge• Integrity and honesty• Comprehension• Dependability• Teamwork
• Communication• Self-confidence• Accountability• Initiative• Grooming and dress
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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
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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
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Preparing a Résumé• A summary of your education and employment
background• Include comprehensive and accurate information• List all areas of knowledge and skill sets
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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
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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
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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