CNC Operator

Behind the Screens

If you’re quick-thinking and have a passion for computers, consider becoming a Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Operator. As the primary overseer of critical machines and routers, CNC operators ensure everything runs smoothly – from setup to operation. A typical workday may include monitoring machinery, inspecting finished products, and leading test runs. Central SC has the resources for you to jumpstart this career, starting with training programs.

Fast Facts

$41,698

Average Salary in Columbia, SC

$112,195

Experienced Earners Average Salary

3 - 12 months

Average Training Time

10%

Projected 5-Year Job Growth

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October 5, 2023

West Fraser grows Newberry County operations with third expansion in 10 years

COLUMBIA, S.C. (Oct. 5, 2023 | South Carolina Department of Commerce) – West Fraser, one of the largest timber producers in North America, today announced it is growing its Newberry County sawmill operations with its third expansion in 10 years. The $17.7 million investment will create 30 new jobs. Founded by three brothers in 1955, West […]

September 29, 2023

South Carolina HBCUs part of $10M US Department of Energy renewable energy project

ORANGEBURG COUNTY, S.C. — Three of South Carolina’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) will be involved in a nationwide project that has been awarded $10 million from the US Department of Energy. The Second life sMARt sysTems (SMART) project will work to solve the problem of the growing stockpile of electric vehicle lithium-ion batteries by […]