Many machine shops, large or small, have upgraded to CNC machinery. This is the type of equipment used in a variety of manufacturing environments what must produce complicated identical parts. CNC machinery is also used in the manufacturing of tooling, such as dies and moulds, which are used to mass-produce metal and plastic parts.
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Wage Rate
Apprentice wage increases with skill and experience. Fully qualified workers earn an average of $22.50 per hour.
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