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Manufacturing

Annual Salary (Wages)

Lower End Wage (10th Percentile)

$29,040($13.96/hr)

Middle Wage (50th Percentile)

$46,360($22.29/hr)

Higher End Wage (90th Percentile)

$69,370($33.35/hr)

Ratings

Wage (3/5)
***$--
Job Openings (5/5)
*****$
Job Growth Rate (4/5)
****$-
Experience Level (3/5)
***$--

Common Job Titles

Machinist
Manual Machinist
CNC Machinist (Computer Numeric Controlled Machinist)
Tool and Die Machinist
CNC Lathe Machinist (Computer Numeric Controlled Lathe Machinist)
CNC Lathe Machinist (Computer Numerically Controlled Lathe Machinist)
CNC Mill Machinist (Computer Numeric Controlled Mill Machinist)
CNC Mill Machinist (Computer Numerically Controlled Mill Machinist)
CNC Swiss Machinist (Computer Numeric Controlled Swiss Machinist)
Conventional Machinist
Maintenance Machinist
CNC Machinist (Computer Numerically Controlled Machinist)
Gear Machinist
Manual Lathe Machinist
Production Machinist
Tool Room Machinist
CNC Machinist (Computer Numerical Control Machinist)
Four-Slide Operator
Machine Repair Person
Aircraft Machinist
Auto Machinist
Automotive Machinist
Electrical Instrument Maker
Electrical Machinist
Instrument Maker
Jobber
Laboratory Machinist (Lab Machinist)
Lathe Machinist
Machine Fitter
Mechanist
Metal Machinist
Precision Instrument Maker
Precision Machinist
Printing Press Machinist
Thermometer Maker
Tool Machinist
Toolroom Machinist
Turret Lathe Machinist
Carbide Operator
Development Mechanic
Electrical Experimental Mechanic
Experimental Machinist
Experimental Mechanic
Fixture Maker
Fluid-Power Mechanic
Geothermal Heat Pump Machinist
Hydroelectric Component Machinist
Outside Machinist
Wind Turbine Machinist

Occupation Code

514041 - Machinists

Pathway

Production

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Annual Median Wage
$ 46,360
$29,040 $69,370
Annual NC Wage Range
Growth Rate
Fast Growing

Machinists set up and operate a variety of computer-controlled and mechanically controlled equipment to produce precision metal parts, instruments, and tools.

What do they typically do

Read detailed drawings or files, such as blueprints, sketches, and those for computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM)
Set up, operate, and disassemble manual, automatic, and computer numerically controlled (CNC) machine tools
Align, secure, and adjust cutting tools and workpieces
Monitor the feed and speed of machines
Turn, mill, drill, shape, and grind machine parts to specifications
Verify that completed products meet requirements

Number of Jobs

Average Annual

Job Growth +1.2%

Job Openings 1,441

Job Listings

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Education & Training

Education
Most occupations require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
Associated Programs or Majors
License
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Private Training Programs

Certified Maintenance Technician

CNC Machinist

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Machinists set up and operate a variety of computer-controlled and mechanically controlled equipment to produce precision metal parts, instruments, and tools.
What do they typically do
Read detailed drawings or files, such as blueprints, sketches, and those for computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM)
Set up, operate, and disassemble manual, automatic, and computer numerically controlled (CNC) machine tools
Align, secure, and adjust cutting tools and workpieces
Monitor the feed and speed of machines
Turn, mill, drill, shape, and grind machine parts to specifications
Verify that completed products meet requirements
Number of Jobs
Average Annual
Job Growth +1.2%
Job Opening 1,441
Job Listings
Select a region/location in North Carolina to begin your search.
View available jobs
Education & Training
Education
Most occupations require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
Associated Programs or Majors
License
NA
More
Private Training Programs
Certified Maintenance Technician
CNC Machinist
More
10553
First Step
Find out where to start your new journey.Get started
Next Step
Find out what's next in line on your career journey.Get started
11718
Change 1165

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Interests

Realistic
Conventional
Investigative

Work Place

Machinists work indoors, but their work spaces may not have climate control. This job can be dangerous because workers are frequently exposed to hazardous equipment and sometimes to contaminated materials. They regularly work in settings where noise levels are distracting or uncomfortable. To remain healthy in this work setting, people must wear common protective or safety equipment. On a typical workday, workers often use their hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls. Accuracy is very important in this work. The speed of equipment often determines the work pace. Workdays often include face-to-face discussions. Many machinists work full time.

Top Skills & Abilities

Using equipment or systems
Noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it
Keeping track of how well people and/or groups are doing in order to make improvements
Watching gauges, dials, or display screens to make sure a machine is working
Listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions
Talking to others
Talking people into changing their minds or their behavior
Thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem
Figuring out what is causing equipment, machines, wiring, or computer programs to not work
Testing how well a product or service works

Knowledge/Specialties

Mechanical
Design
Production and Processing
Mathematics

Experience

Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required.

Training

Usually one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers - an apprenticeship may be available.

Annual NC Wage Range

What do they typically do

Number of Jobs

Job Listings

Education & Training

First Step

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What do they typically do

Number of Jobs

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Education & Training

First Step

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