What is a turner and how to become one

If you want to turn over a new leaf in your career, give a try at being a turner! Turners are responsible for manufacturing metal components and assembling them to construct tools, industrial machinery, and machine components.

Employed mainly in the metalworking industry, turners maintain equipment, take accurate measurements, assemble metal components, and polish finished components. In addition to metals, turning is used for many other materials, including plastics, ceramics, wood, and stone.

To do well as a turner, you'll need to know how to read and interpret mechanical drawings, use manual and CNC turning lathes, employ industrial machining techniques, and use measuring equipment for quality control checks. To get into this line of work, you'll typically need a high school diploma. Some mechanical knowledge is also helpful. Many aspiring turners acquire practical experience through apprenticeships.