Grinding and Polishing Workers, Hand Career

Job Description: Grind, sand, or polish, using hand tools or hand-held power tools, a variety of metal, wood, stone, clay, plastic, or glass objects. Includes chippers, buffers, and finishers.


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Grinding and Polishing Workers, Hand Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$43,550

Median Hourly Wage

$20.94*

Total Employed Nationally

11,850


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2025 wage data and 2024-2034 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2024-2034). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.