Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Job Outlook Summary
Future Prospects
Employment Demand
Employment Size & Change

This occupation employs 76,300 people now, and is projected to grow to 68,100 over the next 10 years — an increase of -8,200 jobs (+-10.7%).

Occupational Openings

There are 6,500 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -820 jobs created from growth and 7,300 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 2,800 people are expected to retire and 4,400 are expected to switch occupations.