Textile Cutting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
Set up, operate, or tend machines that cut textiles.
Education & Training
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Education Level
Prior Experience Needed
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Training Provided After Hiring
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How AI Impacts Each Task
19 tasks analyzed
Place patterns on top of layers of fabric and cut fabric following patterns, using electric or manual knives, cutters, or computer numerically controlled cutting devices.
Notify supervisors of mechanical malfunctions.
Repair or replace worn or defective parts or components, using hand tools.
Adjust cutting techniques to types of fabrics and styles of garments.
Operate machines to cut multiple layers of fabric into parts for articles such as canvas goods, house furnishings, garments, hats, or stuffed toys.
| Task | AI Capability | Risk | Time % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Place patterns on top of layers of fabric and cut fabric following patterns, using electric or manual knives, cutters, or computer numerically controlled cutting devices. | - | - | - |
| Notify supervisors of mechanical malfunctions. | - | - | - |
| Repair or replace worn or defective parts or components, using hand tools. | - | - | - |
| Adjust cutting techniques to types of fabrics and styles of garments. | - | - | - |
| Operate machines to cut multiple layers of fabric into parts for articles such as canvas goods, house furnishings, garments, hats, or stuffed toys. | - | - | - |
Essential Soft Skills
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Wage & Employment (2024)
Median Wage
$37,940
per year
Mean Wage
$38,500
per year
Employment
9K
workers
Wage Range
$27,230 - $49,080
10th - 90th pct
Wage Distribution
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