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Mechanical Engineering Technician
Machining tool operator

Machining tool operator

Alternative titles: Machinist, Machine tool operator, Die maker, Machine technician

Average Salary

$23.00

Placement Rates

What are the main duties?

  • Set, program and operate machine-tools: lathes, milling machines, boring machines, shears, etc.
  • Machine mechanical parts out of different types of metal (such as steel, aluminum, copper, stainless steel).
  • Correct, straighten or adjust parts.
  • Using precision tools, verify dimensions of parts machined.
  • Service machine-tools.

Is it right for you?

  • You enjoy working with objects.
  • You are meticulous, precise and detail-oriented.
  • Your eyesight is excellent.

Program

Machining
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Placement rates
60%
Job Placement Rate
15%
Pursuing further education
Duration of training

1800h
16 to 22 months
D.V.S.

Machining
Apply now
Placement rates
60%
Job Placement Rate
15%
Pursuing further education
Duration of training

1800h
16 to 22 months
D.V.S.

Have you thought about:
Mechanical Engineering Technician