Machinist Mock Interview
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What influenced your decision to work as a Machinist?
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Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
The interviewer wants to see that you have a lot of passion for what you do, and interest in what this career path has to offer. Staff turnover can be expensive so assure the interviewer that you are genuinely interested in this career path, and plan to stay long term. Be sure to touch on what first influenced you into this career path.
Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
"My interest in machining started as a teen when I took shop classes in high school. I was fascinated with the different ways I needed to apply mathematical skills and critical thinking. I've always been a hands-on type of person so pursuing a career as a machinist made sense for me. This particular position interests me because you have machinery that I have never worked with before. I believe your company will offer me many opportunities for career development."
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