As a Surface Grinding Machine Operator, you will need to master following:

• parts of a surface grinding machine
• smooth burred surfaces

More generally, a surface grinding machine operator is also versed in:

• apply precision metalworking techniques
• dispose of cutting waste material
• ensure equipment availability
• monitor gauge
• monitor moving workpiece in a machine
• quality and cycle time optimisation
• quality standards
• remove inadequate workpieces
• remove processed workpiece
• set up the controller of a machine
• spot metal imperfections
• supply machine
• tend surface grinding machine
• troubleshoot
• types of metal
• wear appropriate protective gear

It also helps to know the following:

• ferrous metal processing
• maintain mechanical equipment
• manufacturing of cutlery
• manufacturing of door furniture from metal
• manufacturing of doors from metal
• manufacturing of heating equipment
• manufacturing of light metal packaging
• manufacturing of metal assembly products
• manufacturing of metal containers
• manufacturing of metal household articles
• manufacturing of metal structures
• manufacturing of steam generators
• manufacturing of steel drums and similar containers
• manufacturing of tools
• manufacturing of weapons and ammunition
• types of metal manufacturing processes
• abrasive machining processes
• advise on machinery malfunctions
• consult technical resources
• cutting technologies
• inspect quality of products
• keep records of work progress
• measure flatness of a surface
• mechanics
• metal smoothing technologies
• monitor automated machines
• operate grinding hand tools
• operate precision measuring equipment
• perform test run
• supply machine with appropriate tools