Textile Cutting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders

Tasks Include:

• 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.
• Inspect machinery to determine whether repairs are needed.
• Adjust machine controls, such as heating mechanisms, tensions, and/or speeds to produce specified products.
• Inspect products to ensure that specifications are met and to determine whether machines require adjustment.
• 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.
• Record information about work completed and machine settings.