Textile Cutting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
SOC Code: 51-6062 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Set up, operate, or tend machines that cut textiles.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Textile Cutting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmira, NY | $37,731 | $43,618 | $49,504 | $55,390 |
| Utica-Rome, NY | $37,731 | $43,618 | $49,504 | $55,390 |
| Watertown-Fort Drum, NY | $37,731 | $43,618 | $49,504 | $55,390 |
| Ithaca, NY | $37,731 | $43,618 | $49,504 | $55,390 |
| Kingston, NY | $37,731 | $43,618 | $49,504 | $55,390 |
| Syracuse, NY | $37,731 | $43,618 | $49,504 | $55,390 |
| Binghamton, NY | $37,731 | $43,618 | $49,504 | $55,390 |
| Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC | $38,147 | $42,952 | $47,757 | $52,562 |
| Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY | $35,027 | $40,810 | $46,592 | $52,374 |
| New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $35,027 | $40,810 | $46,571 | $52,354 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Operations Monitoring | 3.8 | |
| Operation and Control | 3.4 | |
| Quality Control Analysis | 3.1 | |
| Monitoring | 3.1 | |
| Equipment Maintenance | 3.0 | |
| Repairing | 3.0 | |
| Coordination | 3.0 | |
| Speaking | 3.0 | |
| Active Listening | 3.0 | |
| Troubleshooting | 3.0 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Production and Processing | 3.3 |
| Mathematics | 2.9 |
| Mechanical | 2.8 |
| English Language | 2.6 |
| Design | 2.5 |
| Education and Training | 2.2 |
| Administration and Management | 2.2 |
| Computers and Electronics | 2.1 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 67.7% |
| Less than high school | 32.3% |
Typical Tasks
- 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.
- Inspect machinery to determine whether repairs are needed.
- Adjust machine controls, such as heating mechanisms, tensions, or speeds, to produce specified products.
- Confer with coworkers to obtain information about orders, processes, or problems.
- Start machines, monitor operations, and make adjustments as needed.
- Clean, oil, and lubricate machines, using air hoses, cleaning solutions, rags, oilcans, and grease guns.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
Autodesk AutoCAD Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office software Microsoft Outlook Microsoft Windows Microsoft Word SAP software HAISEN SoftWare System
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