Overview
Textile Dyeing and Finishing Machine Operators operate machines to bleach, dye and finish knitted garments, such as hosiery and woollen garments.
Day-to-day
- prepares machines for operation by selecting and installing attachments and components for specialised functions
- sets and operates controls used to regulate processing operations
- starts machines and monitors operation to detect faults and ensure effectiveness of operation
- loads drums with textiles and dye
- examines finished products for defects and variations.
Considerations
- Physically demanding
To become a Textile Dyeing and Finishing Machine Operator
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You can work as a Textile Dyeing and Finishing Machine Operator without formal qualifications. Some on the job training may be provided. Some workers have Vocational Education and Training (VET) qualifications in areas such as textiles.
Take a Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade
Take a Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations