Crushing, Grinding, & Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, & Tenders
Code: 51-9021.00Median Annual Salary
Competitive / Variable
Sector & location dependent
Preparation & Education
Standard Educational Pathways
Job Zone N/A
Industry Outlook
Stable Growth
Active demand across the UK workforce
Role Overview & What They Do
Set up, operate, or tend machines to crush, grind, or polish materials, such as coal, glass, grain, stone, food, or rubber.
Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)
Beveler Operator
Cullet Trucker
Grinder
Grinder Operator
Machine Operator
Machine Tender
Miller
Polisher
Preparation Operator (Prep Operator)
Pulverizer
Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks
- Observe operation of equipment to ensure continuity of flow, safety, and efficient operation, and to detect malfunctions.
- Clean, adjust, and maintain equipment, using hand tools.
- Tend accessory equipment, such as pumps and conveyors, to move materials or ingredients through production processes.
Technology, Tools & Software Stack
Spreadsheet software
Microsoft Excel
Electronic mail software
Email software
Enterprise resource planning ERP software
SAP software
Core Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Basic Skills
keeping track of how well people and/or groups are doing in order to make improvements
listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions
Problem Solving
noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it
Business
management
Manufactured or Agricultural Goods
manufacture and distribution of products
Arts and Humanities
English language
Education and Training
teaching and course design
Hand and Finger Use
hold or move items with your hands
keep your arm or hand steady
Controlled Movement
quickly change the controls of a machine, car, truck or boat
change when and how fast you move based on how something else is moving
Personality & Work Styles
Top Interest: Realistic
People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.
Key Work Styles:
Cautiousness
Attention to Detail
Dependability
Frequently Asked Questions About Crushing, Grinding, & Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, & Tenders
Salaries for a Crushing, Grinding, & Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, & Tenders vary depending on regional demand across the UK, industry sector, relevant technical certifications, and years of experience.
Most employers hiring for a Crushing, Grinding, & Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, & Tenders in the UK require a combination of relevant educational qualifications, technical certifications, or demonstrative on-the-job vocational experience.
Essential skills and tooling for a Crushing, Grinding, & Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, & Tenders include: Microsoft Excel, Email software, SAP software. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.
The UK job market maintains steady employment demand for qualified Crushing, Grinding, & Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, & Tenders professionals across diverse sectors.
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Salary Distribution
Salaries vary depending on region, certifications, and years of experience.
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