Textile Dyeing and Finishing Machine Operators

Textile Dyeing and Finishing Machine Operators operate machines to bleach, dye and finish knitted garments, such as hosiery and woollen garments.

  • The Job
  • The Facts
  • Related Courses

What the job involves

  • 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

Key values of workers in Textile Dyeing and Finishing Machine Operators

  • Relationships

    Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.

  • Independence

    Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.

  • Working Conditions

    Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.

  • Achievement

    Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.

  • Recognition

    Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status.

Top skills required for workers in Textile Dyeing and Finishing Machine Operators

  • Operation and Control

    Controlling operations of equipment or systems.

  • Active Listening

    Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

  • Monitoring

    Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

  • Time Management

    Managing one's own time and the time of others.

  • Reading Comprehension

    Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.