UNIT GROUP 7211 SEWING MACHINISTS
SEWING MACHINISTS operate industrial sewing machines to sew and finish garments, curtains and soft furnishings.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this unit group is an AQF Certificate II or higher qualification or at least 1 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- selecting threads and drawing threads through guides, tensioners and needle eyes and positioning materials to be sewn under presser feet prior to operation
- fixing attachments to machines
- starting, stopping and controlling speed of machine with pedals or knee levers
- guiding material or parts under needles
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