CNC Set-up Programmers-Milling and Turning work in the private sector in industries such as the automotive, aviation/aerospace, rail, ship and heavy truck industries. These workers operate computer-controlled machines or robots to perform several machine functions on metal or plastic work pieces. They are critical to ensuring the smooth operation of the CNC controlled manufacturing equipment of their worksite. They help to ensure through the work that they do, that industrial machinery and equipment is maintained at the highest possible level, quality of the hardware they produce, ensuring the productivity and safety of the entire production team. They also oversee Quality Assurance, verification, and inspection of equipment.

CNC Set-up Programmers-Milling and Turning represent the culmination of the receipt of several different credentials and certifications and, as a result, are subject matter experts in the equipment they work with.

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Develop programs to control machining or processing of metal or plastic parts by automatic machine tools, equipment, or systems.

Associate of Applied Science degrees in Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) are available from Lord Fairfax Community College and a Manufacturing Technician 1 (MT1) Fast Track Career Training Program is available from Lord Fairfax Community College Workforce Solutions.

Help installation, maintenance, and repair workers in maintenance, parts replacement, and repair of vehicles, industrial machinery, and electrical and electronic equipment. Perform duties such as furnishing tools, materials, and supplies to other workers; cleaning work area, machines, and tools; and holding materials or tools for other workers.

Repair, install, adjust, or maintain industrial production and processing machinery or refinery and pipeline distribution systems.

Associate of Applied Science Degrees in Mechanical Engineering Technology are available from Lord Fairfax Community College.

Industrial Maintenance Technicians work in the private sector and are critical to ensure the smooth and reliable operation of the industrial plants and equipment in their industry.  They set out to maintain and repair manufacturing equipment. They help to ensure through the work that they do, that industrial machinery and equipment is maintained at the highest possible level, ensuring the productivity and safety of the entire production team. 

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Perform work involving the skills of two or more maintenance or craft occupations to keep machines, mechanical equipment, or the structure of an establishment in repair. Duties may involve pipe fitting; boiler making; insulating; welding; machining; carpentry; repairing electrical or mechanical equipment; installing, aligning, and balancing new equipment; and repairing buildings, floors, or stairs.

Lubricate machinery, change parts, or perform other routine machinery maintenance.

The CCPE Technical and Employability Competencies serve as quality indicators of an individual’s readiness to enter an industry or to pursue further education. Competency statements apply to current industry needs, contain both employability skills and technical skills, and leave opportunity for specialized training and career advancement.