Careers · Grinding and Polishing Workers, Hand · Minnesota
Grinding and Polishing Workers, Hand in Minnesota
Grinding and polishing workers use hand tools and power tools to finish metal, wood, stone, clay, plastic, or glass objects. They work in manufacturing plants, fabrication shops, jewelry studios, and construction sites, removing material and creating smooth or polished surfaces to meet specifications or aesthetic standards. In Minnesota the median pay is $51,930 a year, 22% above the national median of $42,660.
$51,930median pay in Minnesota, per year
$44,750–$59,010middle half earn
120employed in Minnesota
$42,660U.S. median, for comparison
Are you suited for this?
Four short assessments and your background, scored against grinding and polishing workers, hand and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
Four short assessments and your background, scored against grinding and polishing workers, hand and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
What it takes
Preparation: Some preparation (usually high school; some on-the-job training). Most hold a high school diploma.
Skills that matter most
Quality Control AnalysisOperations MonitoringOperation and ControlEquipment MaintenanceRepairingActive ListeningSpeakingCritical Thinking
Knowledge areas
Production and ProcessingMechanicalEnglish LanguageMathematics (knowledge)Education and TrainingCustomer and Personal Service
Full profile, interests that fit, certifications and training: Grinding and Polishing Workers, Hand.
Licenses and training in Minnesota
Grinding and Polishing Workers, Hand pay in other states
Vermont · $56,850Rhode Island · $51,630Montana · $50,460Virginia · $48,830Connecticut · $48,670Kansas · $48,410Maryland · $48,390New Hampshire · $47,920New Jersey · $47,840Wisconsin · $47,790
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Are you suited for this?
Four short assessments and your background, scored against grinding and polishing workers, hand and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
Four short assessments and your background, scored against grinding and polishing workers, hand and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
O*NET-SOC 51-9022.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, Minnesota, annual.