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Take the Quiz NowMachinists and manufacturing specialists create precision components that are crucial to race car performance, from engine parts to specialized tooling. These roles combine traditional machining skills with advanced CNC technology.
Machinist - Salary Insights
- CNC Operator/Machinist: £25,000 - £35,000 ($32,000 - $44,000)
- Senior Machinist/CNC Programmer: £35,000 - £50,000 ($44,000 - $63,000)
- Manufacturing Team Lead: £50,000 - £70,000+ ($63,000 - $88,000+)
Salaries vary based on experience level, specialization (CNC, traditional machining, or both), and racing series.
Machinist - Common Specialisations
- CNC Machinist - Operating computer-controlled equipment
- CNC Programmer - Creating machining programs
- Production Engineer - Optimising manufacturing processes
- Quality Inspector - Component inspection and validation
- Tool Room Machinist - Creating specialized tooling
- Manufacturing Technician - Supporting production operations
Machinist - Typical Requirements
- Machining qualification or apprenticeship
- CNC programming experience
- CAD/CAM software knowledge
- GD&T understanding
- Quality control experience
- Problem-solving abilities
- Experience with 5-axis machining
Machinist - Career Development
Common career progression paths include:
- Apprentice → CNC Operator → Senior Machinist
- Machine Operator → CNC Programmer → Production Manager
- Manufacturing Technician → Team Leader → Operations Manager
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