Group
Occupation
839133 Fabric and Textile Factory Worker
Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
First release
839133 Fabric and Textile Factory Worker
Performs routine tasks in a fabric and textile factory, such as cutting canvas, upholstery, and curtain fabrics, delivering materials to machines, operating automatic machines using computerised patterns, pressing partially completed and finished garments, and inspecting and finishing completed garments.
ANZSCO skill level
This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.
Australia
- Skill Level 5: AQF Certificate I, or compulsory secondary education
New Zealand
- Skill Level 4: NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification, or at least one year of relevant experience
Main tasks
- Cuts canvas, upholstery, and curtain fabrics according to specified patterns
- Operates automatic machines using computerised patterns
- Inspects completed garments for quality and makes necessary adjustments or repairs
- Finishes completed garments by attaching buttons, zippers, or other fasteners
- Maintains and cleans machines and work area for safety
- Assists in the packaging and labelling of finished garments for shipment