Textile Knitting and Weaving Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
Also called Knitter, Machine Operator, Tufting Operator, or Weaver
What Textile Knitting and Weaving Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders do
Textile Knitting and Weaving Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders set up, operate, or tend machines that knit, loop, weave, or draw in textiles.
Who tends to enjoy it
Hands-on
People who like building, fixing, working with tools, machines, plants, or animals.
Organizing
People who like keeping things accurate, orderly, and running on schedule.
Curious
People who like figuring things out, research, science, and solving problems.
What you'd actually do
- Observe woven cloth to detect weaving defects.
- Thread yarn, thread, and fabric through guides, needles, and rollers of machines for weaving, knitting, or other processing.
- Remove defects in cloth by cutting and pulling out filling.
- Examine looms to determine causes of loom stoppage, such as warp filling, harness breaks, or mechanical defects.
- Inspect products to ensure that specifications are met and to determine if machines need adjustment.
- Notify supervisors or repair staff of mechanical malfunctions.
- Start machines, monitor operations, and make adjustments as needed.
- Stop machines when specified amounts of product have been produced.
A typical day involves
Skills that matter most
- Operations Monitoring
- Monitoring
- Active Listening
- Operation and Control
- Speaking
- Critical Thinking
What you'll need to know
- Production and Processing
- English Language
- Mechanical
- Public Safety and Security
- Education and Training
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