Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setter, Operator, and Tender, Metal and Plastic
Summary
Grinding, lapping, polishing, and buffing machine operator setting up and running machines to remove excess material, sharpen edges, and polish metal or plastic workpieces while inspecting and measuring for quality
Experience
Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setter, Operator, and Tender, Metal and Plastic
Where you worked
Month Year to Month Year
Inspected and measured finished workpieces using gauges and micrometers
Measured workpieces and laid out work with precision measuring devices
Observed machine operations to find problems and made adjustments
Moved machine controls to index workpieces and adjust machines
Studied blueprints and work orders to understand product specifications
Selected machine tooling based on machine and production needs
Activated machine start-up switches to grind, lap, or cut workpieces
Skills
Hands-On Work
Operating grinding equipment, Setting fixtures, Laying out parts, Feeding materials or products
Checking & Planning
Measuring product dimensions, Calculating equipment, Selecting production equipment
Core Skills
Reviewing blueprints and instructions, Reading work orders or instructions, Watching operating equipment