Tool Grinders, Filers, and Sharpeners

Perform precision smoothing, sharpening, polishing, or grinding of metal objects.

53 alternate job titles:

Card Grinder Computer Numerical Control Grinding Technician (CNC Grinding Technician) Crankshaft Grinder Cutter Grind Tool Technician Cutter Grinder Cutting Tool Sharpener Cylinder Grinder Deburrer Die Barber Die Fitter Die Grinder Die Polisher Die Reamer Die Sharpener Die Trimmer External Tool Grinder Operator Filer Finish Filer Finisher Grinder Grinder Operator Hand Tool Lapper Internal Grinder Set-Up Operator Mold Repair Specialist Nonferrous Metal Die Polisher OD Grinder Operator (Outer Diameter Grinder Operator) Outer Diameter Grinder (OD Grinder) Outer Diameter Technician (OD Technician) Polisher Precision Grinder Precision Honer Sapphire Stylus Grinder Saw Filer Saw Fitter Saw Straightener Sharpener Surface Tool Grinder Operator Thread Grinder Tool and Cutter Grinder Tool Dresser Tool Filer Tool Grinder Tool Grinder Operator Tool Grinding Machine Operator Tool Grinding Technician Tool Maintenance Worker Tool Room Utility Specialist Tool Sharpener Tool Straightener Tool Technician Universal Grinder Set-Up Operator Universal Grinder Setup Operator Workcell Operator
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Salary Information

Tool Grinders, Filers, and Sharpeners: $48,970 (median) per year.

Starting salary (10th percentile).
Required expreience: Varies by Company


Data source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Daily Tasks & Responsibilities

Task Description Category
Apply solutions to production equipment. General
Watch operating equipment to detect malfunctions. General
Operate grinding equipment. General
Inspect finishes of workpieces or finished products. General
Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications. General
Remove products or workpieces from production equipment. General
Package products for storage or shipment. General
Smooth metal surfaces or edges. General
Select production equipment according to product specifications. General
Mount attachments or tools onto production equipment. General
Clean production equipment. General
Lubricate production equipment. General
Remove accessories, tools, or other parts from equipment. General
Replace worn equipment components. General
Calculate specific material, equipment, or labor requirements for production. General
Study blueprints or other instructions to determine equipment setup requirements. General
Adjust equipment controls to regulate coolant flow. General
Draw guide lines or markings on materials or workpieces using patterns or other references. General
Shape metal workpieces with hammers or other small hand tools. General
Mount materials or workpieces onto production equipment. General
Operate welding equipment. General
Immerse objects or workpieces in cleaning or coating solutions. General
Apply protective or decorative finishes to workpieces or products. General
Assemble machine tools, parts, or fixtures. General
Maintain production or processing equipment. Maintenance
Review blueprints or other instructions to determine operational methods or sequences. Maintenance
Set equipment controls to meet cutting specifications. Communication
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    Technology Requirements

    Technology Description
    Dassault Systemes SolidWorks Computer aided manufacturing CAM software
    Microsoft Excel Spreadsheet software
    ANCA ToolRoom Computer aided manufacturing CAM software
    IBM Lotus Notes Electronic mail software
    Vero Software Edgecam Computer aided design CAD and computer aided manufacturing CAM system
    Zoller Data base user interface and query software
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