What is a machine attendant and how to become one

Key steps to become a machine attendant

1. Explore machine attendant education requirements

   Most common machine attendant degrees

   High School Diploma

   46.8 %

   Associate

   17.6 %

   Bachelor's

   15.0 %

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2. Start to develop specific machine attendant skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Hand Tools	16.47%
   Quality Checks	11.84%
   Troubleshoot	10.88%
   Math	10.82%
   CNC	9.13%

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3. Complete relevant machine attendant training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 6-12 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New machine attendants learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a machine attendant based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real machine attendant resumes.

4. Research machine attendant duties and responsibilities

   • Perform machining, including but not limit to components using mills, lathes and surface grinders to accomplish repairs.
   • Participate as ISO auditor for internal audits.
   • Operate a CNC machine for production of small parts.
   • Operate drill press, CNC lathe, honing machine and routers.

5. Apply for machine attendant jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a machine attendant job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams