Description

Textile fibre and yarn, hide and pelt processing machine operators and workers operate machines to prepare textile fibres; spin, wind or twist yarn or thread; and bleach, dye or finish yarn, thread, cloth or textile products. They are employed by textile manufacturing companies.

Job Titles

• Skeiner – textile manufacturing
• Textile spinner
• Textile wringer

Main Duties

• Operate and feed machines that wash, mix, blend, pick, card, lap, comb, draw or finish fibers, yarns, hides or pelts
• Operate spinning, twisting, winding or reeling machines
• Operate a variety of machines to clean, bleach, dye, coat or finish fabric, thread, yarn, hide, pelt and other textile products
• Mix dyes or chemicals according to established formulas
• Operate machinery to print designs onto textile products
• Oversee work area, examine products for defects and ensure adherence to quality standards
• Investigate machine stoppages and notify supervisor or mechanic in the event of equipment malfunction
• May set up machines and assist with maintenance and minor repairs to machinery.

Workplaces

• Textile manufacturers

Skills

• Operation and Control
• Operation Monitoring of Machinery and Equipment
• Quality Control Testing
• Troubleshooting
• Critical Thinking

Abilities

• Arm-Hand Steadiness
• Auditory Attention
• Body Flexibility
• Colour Perception
• Dynamic Strength

Personal Attributes

• Analytical Thinking
• Attention to Detail
• Collaboration
• Independence
• Leadership

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• Supervisors, textile, fabric, fur and leather products processing and manufacturing (92015)

Source: OaSIS