Weaving and knitting machine operators

Weaving and knitting machine operators set up, operate and monitor weaving and knitting machines which process yarn or thread into woven, non-woven and knitted products such as cloth, lace, carpets, rope, industrial fabric, hosiery and knitted garments or to quilt and embroider fabric.

Skill level: Semi-skilled

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Setting up and operating batteries of automatic, link-type knitting machines to knit garments of specified pattern and design
Threading yarn, thread and fabric through guides, needles and rollers of machines for weaving, knitting or other processing
Tending automatic looms that simultaneously weave pile yarn, filling yarn and warp yarn material to produce carpets and rugs with various coloured designs
Operating and monitoring looms on which yarn or twist is intersected and knotted at regular intervals to form mesh
Operating and monitoring large automatic multi-needle machines to embroider material or to sew lengths of several layers of material to make yard goods, quilts or mattress coverings
Tending circular knitting machines with automatic pattern controls that knit seamless hose
Operating and monitoring knitting machines to knit hosiery to shape of foot and leg
Operating and monitoring machines for knitting heels and toes of socks into ribs or tops cut from circular fabric
Operating and monitoring machines which seam openings in toes of socks
Operating and monitoring crochet machines to knit lace, trimming, etc. Of desired patterns or design
Examining looms to determine causes of loom stoppage, such as warp filling, harness breaks or mechanical defects
Repairing or replacing worn or defective needles and other components
Cleaning, oiling, and lubricating machines, using air hoses, cleaning solutions, rags, oil cans and/or grease guns

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