Its ben 30 years since i ran cnc

I'm not saying with all companies but with most they understand the fact that no 2 machines even of the same kind run exactly the same...I've had 2 baumer auto feed verticle CNC machines 1 was great with thick foam the other fiber...but the point is having basic knowledge such as nesting patterns or putting in dimensions..alot of companies actually have a training for about a week under another operator or with one to show different plant procedures as no 2 ppl operate the same either...so don't get discouraged and always be honest upfront ;it will get you much further to be upfront with the employer.

Well, the "new" CNC machines were new when I first started in CNC machining in 1979, after about 5 years on screw machines and multispindles. They were quite a bit more primitive in 1979 but the machines out there today almost walk a novice through the steps as the programming progrogresses. If you know the alphabet, numbers 1-300 and can read you can learn CNC machining. I have trained more than 100 people over the years, including more than a few who don't even speak English. Terrance Quinlan

technology is moving fast, knowing something about the earlier machines would be worth something. Once given the job watch and use internet on your time to improve your skills. Most are asking for four years in the manufacturing field. I'm also apply in process refineries.

Karen, I have worked in the manufacturing industry most of my life. I have found that the more you know of the technical mechanics of a machine, the better job you will be able to acquire.Excluding Supervisor and Managerial positions, the office personal makes quite a bit less than a machinist/operator. Most places offer training on new specs of a machine and this would be a great question to ask the interviewer. Let them know of your background and that little training might have to be given.

Plenty of manufacturing jobs only require a high school diploma and can be an excellent intro and first step on the ladder up if there is opportunity for those who learn the job and aspire to go to supervisor and manager levels.

If you have drafting experience then it's worth listing it on your application. Reading blue prints and QA are also helpful but don't hesitate to apply for these jobs if you don't have the experience. Allot of manufacturing employers prefer to train their people.

Stronger technical background will put you in position to apply to better paying machinist or operator positions. The skills are trainable for the most part but you’ll be starting at entry level.