Career Paths for CNC Machinists
Explore the role of a CNC Machinist, career progression opportunities, entry routes, and essential skills required for success in the field. From apprenticeships to college courses, discover the various paths available to kickstart a rewarding career in CNC machining.
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By the end of this session, learners will understand: What the role involves Key information about the role What routes are available to you What are your next steps 1 <Title of presentation>
Key info Key info Entry level 20,000 Experienced 35,000 Typical hours: 38 - 40 per week Working pattern: You may work evenings
What does a CNC machinist do? What does a CNC machinist do? Computer numerically controlled (CNC) machinists make precision parts for the engineering and manufacturing industries In your day-to-day tasks you could: programme the CNC machine tool with data from technical drawings work out the most efficient order to carry out machining tasks choose the right tools for each stage set the cutting speeds and tolerance levels operate the machine check that work meets quality and technical standards maintain equipment
Career progression Career progression With experience and further training, you could move into a supervisory role. You could also move into quality inspection or become an engineering technician.
What routes you can take to be a CNC Machinist? What routes you can take to be a CNC Machinist? Apprenticeship You can do an intermediate apprenticeship as an engineering operative. You can also do a furniture CNC technician advanced apprenticeship, if you're working in the furniture manufacturing industry. Entry requirements You'll usually need: some GCSEs, usually including English and maths, or equivalent, for an intermediate apprenticeship 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and maths, for an advanced apprenticeship
What routes you can take to be a CNC Machinist? What routes you can take to be a CNC Machinist? College You could do a college course to learn some of the practical engineering skills that employers want. Relevant courses include: Level 1 Certificate in Performing Engineering Operations Level 1 Certificate in Engineering and Manufacturing Level 2 Certificate in Mechanical Engineering Entry requirements You'll usually need: 2 or fewer GCSEs at grades 3 to 1 (D to G), or equivalent, for a level 1 course 2 or more GCSEs at grades 9 to 3 (A* to D), or equivalent, for a level 2 course
English Maths Biology What What subjects subjects could I could I Chemistry Physics Geography What subjects do I need to enter this sector? focus on? focus on? Foreign languages Art and design Design and Technology Physical education Computing History
Our role models Our role models Our role models are inspirational individuals who have achieved career success in their chosen field through Apprenticeship and Technical Education pathways. They represent the impact that such a chosen pathway can have to future generations. Their wealth of experience in their field is combined with an exciting and inspirational career journey that has successfully utilised the skills learnt through our competition skills development programme. On the next slide you will get the chance to hear from one of them.
Conversations with a CNC Machinist Conversations with a CNC Machinist Name: Ryan Occupation: Graphic Designer Education: College Location: East of England
Discussion Discussion Is this a sector you would consider entering? What do you see as the positives for this career pathway? What do you see as the negatives?
Next steps Find an Apprenticeship: https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeshipse arch Find a course: https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/find-a-course/search Not sure what role would be right for you? INSERT Conversations with link here
Thank you Any questions?
