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CNC Underground: Afterhours

3. Essential Strategies to Advance Your Machining Career with Ben Marti

10 Sep 2025

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From custom race car parts at sixteen to high-stakes aerospace and defense prototypes, Ben Martin shares an inside look at the world of machining, shop culture, and mentorship. Hear his take on early career challenges, the real differences between industries like medical and defense, and why well-kept shops and open conversations make all the difference for both seasoned machinists and new apprentices. This episode mixes personal stories, industry insights, and a healthy dose of humor with practical advice—plus, lively rounds of “Forgivable or Fireable” and “Machinist Myths”—all while highlighting the importance of continued learning, automation, and challenging old stereotypes in manufacturing.———Connect with Jess on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-urbans-msed-433149166/    Connect with Ben on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-martin-5a2b8847/———Join CNC Underground Newsletter!  https://swiy.co/cncundergroundJoin CNC Underground — the go-to weekly newsletter read by 6,000+ elite machinists and programmers. Get cutting-edge tips, tooling strategies, CAM shortcuts, and industry updates in one tight, no-fluff email.————About Midwest CAM Solutions:Midwest CAM Solutions is the world’s largest GibbsCAM reseller, helping manufacturers boost productivity with expert CAM software solutions, training, and support.Learn more at: http://www.midwestcamsolutions.com—————————————————————————————————

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