The CNC Repairman: Why You Pay to Train or Pay for the Lack of It with Aaron Morrill

In this episode of Rapid Fire Manufacturing, I sit down with Aaron Morrill, the CNC Repairman, to discuss the reality of machine tool service in today’s industry. Aaron grew up in the shop and finished nearly 100 machine installs before he was even 16 years old.We dive into why a failed service call is often a symptom of a larger training problem rather than a technician issue. As I said during the show, how you do anything is how you do everything. If you aren’t passionate about the small details, you probably won't be passionate about your spindles.We also explore the shift toward multi axis technology, the pre-call checklist that saves shops money, and what it really takes to move from an OEM role to running your own service business. Aaron is as authentic as they come and is dedicated to keeping American manufacturing running.Aaron Morrill didn’t just join the manufacturing industry; he was raised in it. Known to many as the CNC Repairman, Aaron’s story is incredible when you think about what it means to grow up in the trades. By age 15, he had already finished nearly 100 machine installs while traveling with his father.We spent this episode talking about the critical need for better training in the service world. When a shop is down and a technician is stumped, it is rarely a reflection of the person on the floor. It is usually a reflection of the training and support systems behind them.Key topics we covered include:The transition from manual machines to complex multi axis technology.Why the next generation of technicians is finding their spark through online platforms.The specific pre-call checklist every shop should use to save time and money.Advice for technicians considering the jump to independent business ownership.The mindset of passion: why how you do anything is how you do everything.Aaron provides a raw look at the service side of the business and shares why the indusPodcast Show Notes / Write Up