The manufacturing industry faces a critical skills gap, and CNC machinists are among the most in-demand professionals. While finding people with some CNC experience may seem easy, locating reliable operators committed to long-term growth within your company can be a real challenge. Many shops struggle with high turnover rates as people chase the next highest paycheck, leaving you with costly disruptions and training gaps.
So, how can you break this cycle and build a team of skilled, loyal CNC operators?
The key lies in a two-pronged approach:
Finding The Right People: Go beyond simply looking for candidates with existing skills. Seek individuals with the right aptitude, attitude, and a genuine interest in machining, that enjoy “Making Things”. Look for traits like mechanical inclination, problem-solving abilities, and a willingness to learn.
Promote Growth: Once you’ve identified promising candidates, invest in their growth. Provide ongoing training programs that strengthen their technical skills and foster a sense of loyalty and value within your company.
Think of it like building a farm system for your machine shop, similar to how baseball teams cultivate talent in the minor leagues. You’re not just acquiring free agents; you’re drafting promising individuals and developing them into star players for your team.
Finding the right individuals and nurturing their potential is key, but it can be time-consuming and costly.
I have some ideas to make it easier to find the right people with the potential to become great CNC Operators, effectively and affordably.
Ready to build a team of skilled, loyal CNC operators?
If you would like to learn more reach out.
– Kevin
(860) 259-4591
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