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Manufacturing, production and quality
CNC machinists produce precision metal and plastic parts on computer-controlled lathes, mills, and grinders. They read engineering drawings, set the machine and tooling, prove out the program, and inspect the result against tight tolerances. Much of the craft is in workholding, tool selection, and knowing how a material behaves as it is cut.
Manufacturing, production and quality
CNC programmers turn a part drawing or CAD model into the toolpaths and machine code that will cut it. They choose cutting strategies, tooling, and speeds and feeds, then simulate the program to catch collisions before it reaches the shop floor. The role sits between design and production and usually involves close work with machinists.
Manufacturing, production and quality
Tool and die makers build and repair the cutting tools, dies, moulds, jigs, and fixtures that other machines use to make parts. The tolerances are finer than most production work and the parts are usually one-offs, so a great deal of the job is fitting, hand-finishing, and problem-solving. They also diagnose why a tool is producing bad parts and put it right.
Manufacturing, production and quality
Garment manufacturing workers cut, sew, press, and finish clothing and other textile products to a set pattern and quality standard. Most operate industrial sewing or cutting machines and specialise in particular operations within a garment. Consistency, fabric handling, and hand skill determine how good the finished piece looks.
Manufacturing, production and quality
Woodworking machine operators run saws, planers, moulders, sanders, and CNC routers to cut and shape timber and board into components. They set the machine, check sizes against the cutting list, and keep an eye on material defects and grain. Guarding, dust extraction, and safe feeding technique are central because the machinery is unforgiving.
Manufacturing, production and quality
Non-destructive testing technicians inspect welds, castings, and structures for internal and surface flaws without damaging the item, using methods such as ultrasonic, radiographic, magnetic particle, dye penetrant, and eddy current testing. They work to written procedures and certification levels that define what each technician may carry out and sign. Some methods, particularly industrial radiography, carry radiation safety obligations.
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