U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Standard Occupational Classification

NOTE:

The information on this page relates to the 2010 SOC, please see the 2000 SOC System for information on the previous version of the SOC.

51-9022 Grinding and Polishing Workers, Hand

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.

Illustrative examples: Jewelry Polisher, Hand Buffer, Knife Grinder, Hand Sander

Broad Occupation: 51-9020 Crushing, Grinding, Polishing, Mixing, and Blending Workers
Minor Group: 51-9000 Other Production Occupations
Major Group: 51-0000 Production Occupations

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Last Modified Date: March 11, 2010