About this career
Tool grinder perform precision grinding processes on metal objects and tools. They grind, sharpen or smoothen metal surfaces using the appropriate tools and instruments. Tool grinders follow tooling instructions and assure the processed workpiece meets the necessary specifications.
Essential skills
apply precision metalworking techniques
consult technical resources
dispose of cutting waste material
ensure equipment availability
ensure equipment maintenance
inspect quality of products
maintain equipment
manipulate metal
operate precision measuring equipment
operate surface grinder
remove inadequate workpieces
remove processed workpiece
use metalworking tools
Required knowledge
cutting technologies
quality standards
Additional skills
advise on machinery malfunctions
apply preliminary treatment to workpieces
assess suitability of metal types for specific application
cut metal products
sharpen edged tools
smooth burred surfaces
work ergonomically
industrial tools
machine tools
manufacturing of tools
mechanical tools
metal and metal ore products
metal smoothing technologies
metalworking tools
plumbing tools
types of heat sealing
types of metal
woodworking tools
Also known as
toolgrinder
CNC operator of tool and cutter grinder
grinder
precision tool grinder
tool cutter and grinder
operator of tool and cutter grinder
lead tool grinder
tool sharpener
