Is Starting a Part-Time Machine Shop Worth It?

️ What Does It Take to Build a Machine Shop While Working Full-Time?

In this episode of the Impractical Machinist Podcast, we sit down with Joe Kaslowski, a fire inspector by day and a machinist by night, who built a thriving CNC job shop in his garage. With no formal training, Joe turned his passion for machining into a side hustle without ever quitting his full-time job.

Whether you’re thinking about starting your own shop or just love hearing relatable stories from the machining world, this conversation will inspire you to keep grinding.

Join the Discussion: Have you ever thought about starting a side shop? What’s holding you back? Drop a comment below!

Chapters:
00:00:28 Joe’s Journey to Machining
00: 20:13 Balancing Full-Time Work and Building a Side Shop
00:43:50 Investing in Tools & Machines