Machinist
Average starting salaries are $16.83 an hour, while experienced professionals earn an average of $28.85 an hour
Sector: Advanced Manufacturing
About the Job: Machinists set up, operate, and maintain machine tools to produce precision metal parts. They are responsible for ensuring that the machines are calibrated correctly and that the parts produced meet exact specifications. Additionally, Machinists perform routine maintenance on the equipment, troubleshoot any issues that arise, and may also be involved in programming CNC machines to automate the production process.
Development Timeframe:
1-2 years of technical training.
Job Locations in Mississippi:
- Golden Triangle
- Pascagoula
- Jackson
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Precision Machining Technology
Precision Machining Technology is an instructional program on the Wesson Campus that prepares individuals to shape metal parts on machines such as lathes, grinders, drill presses, and milling machines. Included is instruction in making computations related to work dimensions, testing, feeds, and speeds of machines; using precision measuring instruments such as layout tools, micrometers, and gauges; machining and heat-treating various metals; and laying out machine parts. Also included is instruction in the operation and maintenance of computerized equipment.
The Precision Manufacturing & Machining Technology Program is located at the Manufacturing and Innovation Center on the Neshoba Central High School campus in Philadelphia (1123 Golf Course Road). It is an instructional program that prepares individuals to shape metal parts on machines such as lathes, grinders, drill presses, and milling machines. Included is instruction in making computations related to work dimensions, testing, feeds, and speeds of machines; using precision measuring instruments such as layout tools, micrometers, and gauges; machining and heat-treating various metals; and laying out machine parts. Also included is instruction in the operation and maintenance of computer equipment. All graduating students will take a career readiness exam - CRC (Career Readiness Certificate)
Precision Manufacturing & Machining
The Precision Manufacturing and Machining Technology program offers a career certificate, technical certificate and Associate of Applied Science path. The first year of the course consists of hands-on operation of machine shop equipment and classroom theory covering such areas as safety, blueprint reading, lathe and milling machine operation, theory and operation of basic Computer Numerical Control (CNC) equipment, metallurgy and shop math. EMCC also offers a two-year career technical program (Associates of Applied Science degree).
Precision Manufacturing Machining Technology
Precision Machining Technology
The Precision Machining Technology program provides students with advanced skills that are important to the local industrial and manufacturing community, preparing them for a wide range of highly-technical careers. A precision machinist works very much like a sculptor, starting out with a large amount of material and eventually removing material to create something of great value. This program leads to an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree or a Technical Certificate.
Precision Machining Technology
This program is designed to prepare individuals for various-level positions in the fast-growing field of precision high-tech machining. It includes instruction and practice in machining techniques and processes, including standard conventional machining, computer-numerical-control, and computer-aided drafting and manufacturing (CAD/CAM). Also included are topics related to the fundamentals of manufacturing, such as blueprint reading, precision layout, maintenance, and various calculations used in industry. Students will develop skill sets that are valued by manufacturers nationwide and validated by national accrediting agencies such as the National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) and the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM).
Precision Manufacturing & Machining Technology
Precision Manufacturing and Machining Technology is an instructional program that prepares individuals to shape metal parts on machines such as lathes, grinders, drill presses, and milling machines. Included is instruction in making computations related to work dimensions, testing feeds and speeds of machines; using precision measuring instruments such as layout tools, micrometers, and gauges; machining and heat-treating various metals; and laying out machine parts. Also included is instruction in the operation and maintenance of computerized equipment.
Precision Machining Engineering Technology
Precision Machining Engineering Technology students receive instruction in lathe and mill operations, computer numerical control programming, print reading, applied mathematics, precision measurement, CNC operation, computer-aided design and manufacturing, fixture engineering, process control, and production management.
Precision Manufacturing & Machining Technology
Precision Manufacturing & Machining Technology instructs its students in making computations relating to working dimensions, tooling, feeds, and speeds of machinery. Instruction in the laboratory is provided in the use of lathes, shapers, milling machines, and grinders; the use of precision measuring instruments such as layout tools, micrometers, and gauges; methods of machining and heat treating and testing of various metals; and the reading of blueprint parts. Advanced training is available in technical mathematics, mechanical drawing, industrial psychology, safety, and shop management.
Precision Manufacturing and Machining Technology
Precision Manufacturing and Machining Technology is an instructional program that prepares individual to shape metal parts on machines such as lathes, grinders, drill presses, and milling machines.
Precision Manufacturing & Machining Technology
Applied Machine Tool and Die Technology is a progressive Associate Degree program designed with the flexibility to equip skill and technological employment needs of Machine Tool and Die firms. Instruction in this program includes competencies and essentials of mathematics and technology linked with the application of conventional computers and machines and computer numerical control operations. Machine tool and die makers use design processes with CNC and wire EDM equipment. Machine tool and die makers are highly skilled workers who utilize industrial management techniques, metrology process control, and technical problem solving techniques in producing tools, dies and special designed devices that are used in machines that produce a variety of products from clothing and furniture to heavy equipment.
Precision Manufacturing and Machining Technology
Precision Manufacturing and Machining Technology is an instructional program that prepares individuals to manufacture metal parts on machines such as lathes, grinders, drill presses, milling machines, and Computer Numerical Control equipment. Entry into the postsecondary program is based upon mastery of Baseline Competencies which are taught in the secondary programs. Students who do not possess such skills must complete additional coursework in order to graduate from the program.
Precision Manufacturing and Machining Technology is an instructional program that prepares individuals to shape metal parts on machines such as lathes, grinders, drill presses, and milling machines. Also included is instruction in the operation and maintenance of computerized equipment.