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Resume skills guide · SOC 51-4194

Skills for Tool Grinders, Filers, and Sharpeners

The skills, knowledge, and tools that matter most for tool grinders, filers, and sharpeners, ranked by O*NET importance — so you know what to lead with on your resume.

What to lead with

Refit analysis ·O*NET rates Critical Thinking, Monitoring, Reading Comprehension as the highest-importance skills here — so a resume aimed at this role should lead with evidence of those, not a generic skills list.

Top skills (ranked by importance)

O*NET importance score in parentheses (1–5).

  • 1.Critical Thinking3.25
  • 2.Monitoring3
  • 3.Reading Comprehension2.88
  • 4.Active Listening2.75
  • 5.Mathematics2.75
  • 6.Active Learning2.75
  • 7.Writing2.5
  • 8.Speaking2.5
  • 9.Learning Strategies2.5
  • 10.Science1.12

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Knowledge areas

  • Mechanical
  • Mathematics
  • English Language
  • Production and Processing
  • Education and Training
  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Administration and Management
  • Engineering and Technology

Core work activities

  • Controlling Machines and Processes
  • Getting Information
  • Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials
  • Handling and Moving Objects
  • Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
  • Performing General Physical Activities
  • Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
  • Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
  • Making Decisions and Solving Problems
  • Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment

In-demand tools & technology

  • Dassault Systemes SolidWorks
  • ANCA ToolRoom
  • IBM Lotus Notes
  • Vero Software Edgecam
  • Zoller
  • Microsoft Excel