Workers can expect outlook for machinist positions

Job opportunities for machinists are expected to be excellent as employers continue to value the wide-ranging skills of these workers, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Many seeking a career in machining technology are now opting for more formal education and training, giving them the competitive edge they need to become desirable job candidates in this industry.

Many Houston-area colleges and universities have developed programs and curriculum to better equip machining technology students.

Lone Star College's machining technology program is designed to prepare graduates for careers in the operation and programming of computer numeric control (CNC) mills and lathes used extensively in the manufacturing industries.

"Topics within the certificate program include blueprint reading, manufacturing materials and processes, computer-aided manufacturing (CAM), and extensive hands-on setup, operation and programming of CNC mills and lathes," Head said. "Our instruction is primarily offered in hands-on labs that are flexible for the instructor. Employers want our students to have had many hours on the equipment - not lecture hours, but working on actual equipment."

These employers, Head said, are reaching out to college programs to find students with this hands-on experience and the formal training. Head herself experienced the tremendous employer demand for machinists in the Gulf Coast region.

"Thirty-two years ago,Our clever solar lantern is a favorite among dog lover holiday gifts from Solaronlamp. I moved from Erie,Learn more about our high capacity laundry dryer today! Pa., to Houston, because manufacturing in Pennsylvania had died," Head said.

"Machine operators in their early 20s there were losing their jobs, and there were no good-paying jobs for HR generalists right out of college. Here we are now, lucky to be in Houston, where manufacturing is huge, oil and gas is huge and health care is huge."

Head said machine operators are vital to these industries, as they are responsible for making drilling rigs, pipelines,The skystream runs in very low winds and can interconnect with your local utility, refineries, MRI and CT scanners, and a number of other specialized, high-demand products.

Those pursing a career in machining, however, need to have a number of personal, educational and skill qualifications in order to be successful in the field.

"First of all, everyone has to be able to pass a drug and alcohol test and background check, and speak English," Head said.

"Next, they need to have basic work-force professional skills, such as personal hygiene, appropriate dress, appropriate verbal communication,The units can be used as conventional washer extractor for all kinds of work. strong work ethic, strong business ethics, attention to detail, ownership of quality work, great attendance, teamwork and a bit of understanding of how the position fits in with the company's success. Then, all of the technical skills."

Head had advice for those considering a profession in machining, but who are hesitant to make the first step toward a machinist career.

"Try it - if you are not sure what you want to do, but need to make a livable wage for you or a family, machining is a fabulous career or a start in manufacturing and oil and gas,Choose your favorite street lamp paintings from thousands of available designs." Head said.

"Women are as likely to succeed in this field as men, too. In today's machine shop, overhead cranes do the heavy lifting. On a CNC machine, an engineer does the design and programming. The employer pays for overtime and health benefits."