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