textile pattern making machine operator

properties of textile materials

The characteristics and properties of different textile and fabric materials. These include strength, flexibility, elasticity, softness, durability, heat insulation, low weight, water absorbency/repellence, dyeability and resistance to chemicals. Moreover, the influence of chemical composition and molecular arrangement of yarn and fibre properties and fabric structure on the physical properties of textile fabrics; the different fibre types; the materials used in different processes and the effect on materials as they are processed. 

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textile techniques

The various steps and methods of the manufacturing process of textile. The techniques applied to the finishing of textile products based on the type of textile used.

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operate patternmaking machinery

Operate various kinds of machinery and equipment involved in the production of patterns, such as drilling machines, milling machines, lathe machines, cutting machines, grinding machines, hand drills, and others.

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create patterns for garments

Create patterns for garments using pattern making softwares or by hand from sketches provided by fashion designers or product requirements. Create patterns for different sizes, styles, and components of the garments.

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decorate textile articles

Decorate wearing apparels and made up textile articles by hand or using machines. Decorate textile articles with ornaments, braided cords, golden yarns, soutaches, jewellery, and cristals.

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design woven fabrics

Designing and developing structural and colour effects in woven fabrics by using the weaving technique.

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modify textile designs

Edit sketches and digital textile designs until they meet up with customers' requirements.

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operate garment manufacturing machines

Operate and monitor machines which make miscellaneous wearing apparel articles. Operate and monitor machines that fold cloth into measured length, and measure size of pieces.

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produce textile designs

Draw sketches for textile design, by hand or on computer, using specialist Computer Aided Design (CAD) software.

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apply health and safety standards

Adhere to standards of hygiene and safety established by respective authorities.

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use textile finishing machine technologies

Use textile finishing machine technologies that enable the coating or laminating of fabrics.

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CAD for garment manufacturing

Softwares of computer aided design for garment manufacturing which allow create 2 or 3 dimensional drawings.

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dyeing technology

Processes involved in textile dyeing using different dyeing technologies. Also, addition of colours to textile materials using dye stuffs.

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textile industry machinery products

The offered textile industry machinery products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.

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textile technologies

Textile technologies to design, manufacture and evaluate the properties of textiles.

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textile trends

Latest developments in textile fabrics and textile methods.

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advise customers on sewing patterns

Suggest to customers the appropriate sewing patterns, in accordance to what they wish to manufacture: crafts, curtains, clothes, etc.

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create patterns for textile products

Create a two-dimensional model used to cut the material for textile products such as tents and bags, or for individual pieces needed for upholstery work.

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design warp knit fabrics

Developing structural and colour effects in warp knitted fabrics by using the warp knitting technique.

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draw sketches to develop textile articles using softwares

Draw sketches to develop textiles or wearing apparel using softwares. They create visualisations of the motives, patterns or products in order to be manufactured.

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embroider fabrics

Embroider fabrics of different proveniences or finished articles by using embroidery machines or by hand.

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identify customer's needs

Use appropriate questions and active listening in order to identify customer expectations, desires and requirements according to product and services.

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manufacture braided products

Perform the operation, monitoring and maintenance of machines and processes to manufacture braided products while keeping efficiency and productivity at high levels.

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manufacture knitted textiles

Perform the operation, monitoring and maintenance of machines and processes to manufacture knitted products keeping efficiency and productivity at high levels.

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manufacture non-woven filament products

Perform the operation, monitoring and maintenance of machines and processes to manufacture nonwoven filament products, keeping efficiency and productivity at high levels.

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manufacture nonwoven staple products

Perform the operation, monitoring and maintenance of machines and processes to manufacture nonwoven staple products, keeping efficiency and productivity at high levels.

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manufacture woven fabrics

Perform the operation, monitoring and maintenance of machines and processes to manufacture woven fabrics.

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monitor textile manufacturing developments

Keep up to date with recent developments in textile manufacturing and processing techniques and technologies.

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produce textile samples

Make up textile samples or have them fabricated by specialised workers or technicians.

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tend spinning machines

Operate spinning machines keeping efficiency and productivity at high levels.

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tend textile drying machines

Operate textile drying machines keeping efficiency and productivity at high levels.

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tend textile dyeing machines

Operate textile dyeing machines keeping efficiency and productivity at high levels.

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tend textile finishing machines

Operate textile finishing machines keeping efficiency and productivity at high levels.

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tend textile printing machines

Operate textile printing machines keeping efficiency and productivity at high levels.

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tend textile washing machines

Operate textile washing machines keeping efficiency and productivity at high levels.

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adhere to organisational guidelines

Adhere to organisational or department specific standards and guidelines. Understand the motives of the organisation and the common agreements and act accordingly.

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cut textiles

Cut textiles fitting to customers' desires and needs.

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iron textiles

Pressing and ironing in order to shape or flatten textiles giving them their final finishing appearance. Iron by hand or with steam pressers.

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prepare equipment for textile printing

Manufacture screens and prepare printing paste. Use tools and equipment associated with screen printing. Select screen types and mesh for appropriate substrates. Develop, dry and finish screen image. Prepare screens, test screens and printed quality.

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sew pieces of fabric

Operate basic or specialised sewing machines whether domestic or industrial ones, sewing pieces of fabric, vinyl or leather in order to manufacture or repair wearing apparels, making sure the threads are selected according to specifications.

Scope note

In the case of industrial sewing machines, the operations are computerised.

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