Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders

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Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders

Careers / Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders

Job Description


	Set up, operate, or tend machines to crush, grind, or polish materials, such as coal, glass, grain, stone, food, or rubber.

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Job Requirements


	Experience: Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.

	Education: These occupations usually require a high school diploma.

	Training: Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.

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Top Ten Industries

U.S. National Figures.

Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing	6,220
Nonmetallic Mineral Mining and Quarrying	3,620
Grain and Oilseed Milling	3,310
Animal Food Manufacturing	1,460
Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods (4232, 4233, 4235, 4236, 4237, and 4239 only)	1,220
Animal Slaughtering and Processing	990
Employment Services	980
Coating, Engraving, Heat Treating, and Allied Activities	860
Metal Ore Mining	700
Electric Lighting Equipment Manufacturing	630

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Salaries

U.S. National Averages.

Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
Average Annual Salary	$38,060
Average Hourly Wage	$18.30
Total Employment	31,890