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Hey /diy/ I want to get into the CNC business but I really don't have any prior experience with anything machining related.

I have been looking for businesses that will hire "entry-level" but with my little to no background in anything mechanical will they just laugh me away? I'm considering going to community college to learn as well. Should I do that before looking for an entry level job in CNC?

>> No.1405413

I knew a guy who got an entry level CNC job, he only really had metal shop experience in highschool. He started while he was still in highschool I think, or just out. Now he manages the place.
Nothing wrong with taking a course on it.

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1405985

>>1405409
look for an entry-level, then go to college.

>> No.1405992

>>1405409
Move to SE Asia

>> No.1405993

>>1405992
they'll be tariff'd out of business soon enough

>> No.1406133

Thanks guys, all great responses.

>> No.1407922

>>1405409
get a cam program like mastercam or featurecam and have a play.
they have sims so you can see whats happening.
helps when looking for job.

>> No.1407973

>>1405409
Knowing how to 3d model in an industrial standard program (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, etc.) or knowing some basics of machining/metalwork will help you immensely, but lots of shops can be willing to train you as long as you can prove to them you're willing to learn and learn quickly. Ask around because the worst they can tell you is they're not hiring or you need marketable skills before you apply.