Stone Processing Machine Operator

Stone Processing Machine Operators operate machines to cut and finish stones for tiles, building blocks and facings.

Overview

Stone Processing Machine Operators operate machines to cut and finish stones for tiles, building blocks and facings.

collects and examines samples for conformity to specifications and adjusts machine settings accordingly
sets grinds and cuts edges
uses hand tools to cut, inscribe and polish roughly hewn stone to finished condition.

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Occupation snapshot

Average salary

Not available

Current vacancies

Future demand

Strong

Primary industries

Apprenticeships may be available

You can work as a Stone Processing Machine Operator without formal qualifications. Some on the job training may be provided. A certificate II in manufactured mineral products might be helpful.
Take a Certificate III in Manufactured Mineral Products

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