CNC Machine Operator – Dauphin County
October 26, 2026 | 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Harrisburg Area Community College Midtown 1 Campus | 1523 N. 4th Street Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17102Course Description
This comprehensive 230-hour training program is meticulously designed to develop a skilled workforce ready to tackle the challenges of modern defense manufacturing. By equipping individuals with defense industry-specific skills, this program not only enhances the production capabilities of our workforce but also fosters a vibrant talent ecosystem essential for national security and U.S. industrial competitiveness. Invest in your team’s future with this robust program that aligns with industry needs, promotes innovation, and directly supports the mission of the U. S. Defense and Submarine Industrial Bases and The Manufacturers’ Association’s Talent & Innovation Defense Ecosystem (TIDE) Project.
Participants in this entry-level machine operator course will learn:
- Safety protocols, blueprint reading, and advanced metrology
- Practical experience with cutting tools and machining operations
- Metallurgy, orthographic views, GD&T, and the intricacies of precision and quality CNC machining
- Measuring instruments, cutting fluids, and tool wear management
Details
- Eligibility: Referrals from employers, Referrals from partner organizations, Qualified individuals
- Course: CNC Machine Operator
- Dates: October 26, 2026 – April 21, 2027 (No class: November 11, 2026; December 21, 2026 – January 3, 2027; January 18, 2027)
- Days: Monday & Wednesday
- Time: 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
- Location: HACC Midtown 1 Campus (1523 N. 4th Street, Harrisburg, PA 17102)
- Cost: No Cost to qualified individuals or employers (TIDE Grant)
- Questions: Quentin Moore (qmoore@mascpa.org) or Vicki Krotzer (vkrotzer@mascpa.org)