Machinist Day Program

As part of their job, machinists make precision metal parts utilizing machine tools like lathes, milling machines, and machining centers. The day program runs Monday - Friday from 7:45 am - 2:30 pm.

Normally parts will be made in large volumes, but precision machinists also make small quantities of unique or special parts. In order to make products that hold to strict specs, machinist must rely on their knowledge and understanding of the metals’ properties while utilizing their skills and abilities in combination with machine tools.  

The first step in machining a part is planning and preparing for operation. Machinists look over blueprints and specifications. Then they plan out where they must cut or bore the metal they are working with, how quickly the metal needs to be fed in the machine, and how much metal needs to be removed. Then they decide which tools and goods will be used for the job, map out the steps of cutting and finishing operations, and make marks on the metal to outline where they will make cuts. 

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