Career overview
Tool Grinders, Filers, and Sharpeners
O*NET-SOC 51-4194.00
Median pay / yr$48,970
OutlookBelow Average
Perform precision smoothing, sharpening, polishing, or grinding of metal objects.
What it takes
The skills, knowledge, and credentials employers look for in Tool Grinders, Filers, and Sharpeners.
Skills employers look for
- Operations MonitoringWatching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
- Operation and ControlControlling operations of equipment or systems.
- Quality Control AnalysisConducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
- Equipment MaintenancePerforming routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
- RepairingRepairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
Knowledge areas
- MechanicalKnowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
- MathematicsKnowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
- English LanguageKnowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, and rules of composition and grammar.
Certifications that help you get hired
Level II - Tooling
Certified SOLIDWORKS Advanced Professional Drawing Tools
Avid Certified Support Representative: Pro Tools
Tools @ Height; Drop Prevention Certification
Certified Machine Tool Sales Engineer
Stamping Setup & Operations III (Single Hit Tooling)
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