Common barriers to CNC Machine shop training engagement — and how to overcome them.

The Business Case for Ongoing CNC Training: High turnover is one of the most expensive problems in CNC machining. Recruiting, onboarding, retraining, and lost production add up quickly. Replacing just one employee can cost 33% of their annual salary. For a $60,000/year role, that’s $20,000 in replacement costs alone. In CNC shops, 45% of new hires quit within 90 days. Here’s why — and how to stop it.

In many manufacturing environments, the CNC operator role is the entry point for new talent. Operators are trusted with machines worth hundreds of thousands of dollars, yet often have minimal prior experience. Without structured, ongoing training, this knowledge gap can lead to inconsistent quality, slower production, and higher turnover.