Computer Numerically Controlled Machine Tool Programmers, Metal & Plastic
Also called:
Computer Numerical Control Programmer (CNC Programmer), Process Engineer, Programmer, Programer
see titles from the Navy.
Computer Numerically Controlled Machinist
What they do:
Develop programs to control machining or processing of metal or plastic parts by automatic machine tools, equipment, or systems.
On the job, you would:
- Determine the sequence of machine operations, and select the proper cutting tools needed to machine workpieces into the desired shapes.
- Revise programs and/or tapes to eliminate errors, and retest programs to check that problems have been solved.
- Analyze job orders, drawings, blueprints, specifications, printed circuit board pattern films, and design data in order to calculate dimensions, tool selection, machine speeds, and feed rates.
Math and Science
- arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, or statistics
Engineering and Technology
Manufactured or Agricultural Goods
- manufacture and distribution of products
Arts and Humanities
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Basic Skills
- keeping track of how well people and/or groups are doing in order to make improvements
- thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem
Problem Solving
- noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it
People and Technology Systems
- figuring out how a system should work and how changes in the future will affect it
- thinking about the pros and cons of different options and picking the best one
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Math
- choose the right type of math to solve a problem
- add, subtract, multiply, or divide
Visual Understanding
- quickly compare groups of letters, numbers, pictures, or other things
- see hidden patterns
Ideas and Logic
- notice when problems happen
- order or arrange things
Verbal
- listen and understand what people say
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People interested in this work like activities that include data, detail, and regular routines.
They do well at jobs that need:
- Attention to Detail
- Analytical Thinking
- Stress Tolerance
- Dependability
- Persistence
- Adaptability/Flexibility
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Examples of the technology used in this career will be available soon.
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some college or
associate's degree
usually needed
Get started on your career:
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New job opportunities are likely in the future.
$45,920
per year, on average
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You might like a career in one of these industries:
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In the Navy:
Computer Numerically Controlled Machinist
