To work as a sawing machine operator, you typically need to:

• have a high school diploma or equivalent; and
• complete moderate-term, on-the-job training.

Education after high school

No formal education beyond high school is required for this occupation.

On-the-job training

Most sawing machine operators learn their skills on the job from an experienced worker. During training, you learn to:

• read blueprints;
• set up machines; and
• plan for production.

Training typically lasts up to one year.