grinding machine operator

Grinding machine operators set up, program and control grinding machines, designed to apply abrasive processes in order to remove small amounts of excess material and smoothen metal workpieces by using an abrasive wheel with diamond teeth as a cutting device for very precise and light cuts. They read grinding machine blueprints and tooling instructions, perform regular machine maintenance, and make adjustments to the grinding controls, such as the depth of cuts and the rotation speed.

Alternative Labels

tool grinding machine operator

carbon grinding machine operator

abrasive wheel machine operator

CNC grinding machine inspector

linishing machine worker

grinding machine set-up operative

automatic grinding machine technician

carbon plant grinding machinist

grinding room operative

foundry grinder

CNC grinding machine technician

fettler

grinding machine setter

metal filing machine operator

grinding machine operative

grinding machine set-up worker

grinding machine inspector

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filing and grinding machine operator

abrasive wheel operator

grinding machine set-up operator

grinding machine technican

convex grinder

linisher

automatic grinding machine inspector

lapping machine operator

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back grinding machine operator

convex grinder operator

grinding and stapling machine operative

grinding machine worker

linishing machine operative

buffing machine operator

polishing machine operator

Regulatory Aspect

To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:

http://ec.europa.eu/growth/single-market/services/free-movement-professionals/qualifications-recognition_en

Skills & Competences

Essential Skills and Competences

supply machine dispose of cutting waste material interpret geometric dimensions and tolerances apply control process statistical methods set up the controller of a machine troubleshoot operate precision measuring equipment ensure equipment availability read standard blueprints remove inadequate workpieces use automatic programming perform machine maintenance monitor automated machines perform test run remove processed workpiece program a CNC controller use CAM software consult technical resources

Essential Knowledge

quality and cycle time optimisation statistical process control manufacturing processes quality standards CAM software types of metal

Optional Skills and Competences

maintain mechanical equipment tend CNC grinding machine use CAD software record production data for quality control procure mechanical machinery inspect quality of products supply machine with appropriate tools liaise with managers work ergonomically mark processed workpiece apply precision metalworking techniques advise on machinery malfunctions keep records of work progress monitor stock level

Optional Knowledge

trigonometry types of metal manufacturing processes manufacturing of doors from metal electrical engineering manufacturing of tools manufacturing of metal containers manufacturing of heating equipment CADD software ferrous metal processing cutting technologies manufacturing of steel drums and similar containers manufacturing of metal structures manufacturing of metal assembly products manufacturing of steam generators geometry metal smoothing technologies manufacturing of door furniture from metal mechanics manufacturing of light metal packaging manufacturing of weapons and ammunition CAD software CAE software

Concept URI

Concept Uri

http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/1d8545df-e3d8-4ece-9449-0f2940e97e7c

Status

released

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