Grinder Operator, Surface, Tool Career

*A job as a Grinder Operator, Surface, Tool falls under the broader career category of Tool Grinders, Filers, and Sharpeners. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for Tool Grinders, Filers, and Sharpeners : Perform precision smoothing, sharpening, polishing, or grinding of metal objects.


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Tool Grinders, Filers, and Sharpener Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$48,520

Median Hourly Wage

$23.33*

Total Employed Nationally

6,660


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2024 wage data and 2023-2033 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2023-2033). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.