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Kayle Arneson graduated in 2026 from AJAC's four year machinist apprenticeship program through K&N Electric Motors in Spokane, Washington.

July 23, 2026

The World Needs More Rosies

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Hear Jason Vice's story on how he became an instructor with AJAC and what he enjoys most about teaching.

July 21, 2026

Jason Vice: Teaching Apprentices to Build Their Future

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Recap of AJAC's 2026 apprenticeship graduation.

June 26, 2026

AJAC Celebrates 2026 Apprenticeship Graduation at The Museum of Flight

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Kayle Arneson delivers her Class of 2026 Speech at AJAC's graduation ceremony on June 12th at The Museum of Flight.

June 26, 2026

From High School Graduate to Journey-Level Machinist: Kayle Arneson Shares Her Apprenticeship Journey

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Evan Thomas delivers his keynote address at AJAC's 2026 Apprenticeship Graduation Ceremony.

June 26, 2026

From Apprentice to Mentor Evan Thomas’s Manufacturing Apprenticeship Journey

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Learn manufacturing safety basics including PPE, shop safety practices, lockout tagout procedures, and emergency preparedness for machine shops and classrooms.

March 6, 2026

Manufacturing Safety 101

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In this video, an instructor from AJAC (Advanced Manufacturing Apprenticeships) walks through the basics of using an outside diameter inch micrometer.

February 26, 2026

How to Use an Inch Micrometer: A Practical Guide for Beginners

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How to Operate a Conventional Milling Machine Safely

February 18, 2026

Milling Machine Basics: A Beginner’s Guide to Safe Setup and Operation

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In this beginner-friendly guide, AJAC instructor Jason walks through lathe setup, safety procedures, machine controls, workholding, and basic terminology to help you confidently approach the machine for the first time.

February 13, 2026

Manual Lathe Operation 101: Beginner’s Guide to Setup, Safety & Machining Basics

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