Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Operators
Operate grinding tools that remove extra material from surfaces, or polish metal or plastic work pieces.
Quick Facts
Wages: |
Below the statewide median $22.12 / hour Read more about wages |
Outlook: |
Shrinking
Growth rate: -3.3% Read more about outlook |
Education: |
High School or less is typically required. |
On the Job: |
Typical Work Tasks
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Job Title Examples: |
Computer Numerical Control Machinist (CNC Machinist) Die Setter Machine Operator See more job title examples |
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Wages & Outlook
Typical Wages
Wages listed below are for a variety of experience and education levels. Make sure that you research the typical entry-level education and work experience and training requirements for this occupation.
This career pays below the statewide median wage.
Wages for Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Operators *
U S |
$17.54 | $19.5 | $23.79 |
|---|---|---|---|
Minnesota |
$18.49 | $22.12 | $25.24 |
Central Minnesota |
$18.49 | $22.43 | $27.13 |
Northwest Minnesota |
$19.18 | $22.66 | $24.93 |
Southeast Minnesota |
$17.88 | $19.27 | $24.63 |
Southwest Minnesota |
$18.76 | $22.9 | $25.99 |
Seven County Mpls-St Paul, MN |
$18.49 | $20.76 | $25.24 |
* "Low" indicates 25% of workers earn less and 75% earn more.
"Median" indicates 50% of workers earn less and 50% earn more.
"High" indicates 75% of workers earn less and 25% earn more.
Employment
In Minnesota, there are 1490 workers employed in this small career.
Where do Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Operators most often work?
- Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
- Primary Metal Manufacturing
- Machinery Manufacturing
- Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
- Miscellaneous Manufacturing
Current Demand
This career is currently in moderate demand.
Future Demand
This career is shrinking.
There will be a need for about 2399
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