Performs routine tasks in a fabric and textile factory

• 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.

• Works indoors in workrooms or workshops.
• Work areas will usually be adequately heated and ventilated.
• May involve working in noisy
• Protective equipment will be worn where required.

• Light to medium physical demand
• Stands or sits at work benches or at cutting, sewing or shaping machines frequently.
• Frequently moves about the work area using various tables, equipment and materials.
• Stretching out or across is required on an occasional basis.
• Occasional twisting of the body or neck is necessary when operating some machines.
• Bends over workbenches frequently.
• Squatting or crouching may be required on an occasional basis.
• Substantial contact with water or chemical substances is not required.
• Frequently lifts production materials and equipment.
• Repetitive hand and arm movements are likely to be required on a frequent basis.
• Driving is not required.
• Employees use a range of hand and electric tools including measuring equipment, cutting instruments or machines, sewing equipment and a variety of other hand tools.
• Mental skills necessary include sewing and other practical skills as well as technical skills.

An NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification, or at least one year of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 4).

For some occupations a short period of on-the-job training may be required in addition to or instead of the formal qualification.

• There are opportunities for flexibility of movement but they are limited.