Textile and Footwear Production Machine Operators (ANZSCO 7117) are skilled professionals who operate machines to process raw hides and skins, raw textile fibers, and dye, weave, and knit fibers for use in textile and footwear production. These operators play a crucial role in the manufacturing industry, ensuring the efficient and effective production of textiles and footwear.

Indicative Skill Level:

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia:

• AQF Certificate II or III, or at least one year of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

In New Zealand:

• NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

In some instances, relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Tasks Include:

• Preparing machines for operation by selecting and installing attachments and components for specialized functions
• Setting and operating controls used to regulate processing operations
• Starting machines and monitoring operation to detect faults and ensure effectiveness of operation
• Loading drums with hides and skins, textiles, and dyeing and tanning solutions
• Cutting and machining leather and synthetic shoe uppers, and making shoes using molded and cement construction techniques
• Threading loom shuttles with cross-yarn arms
• Positioning and feeding machines with fiber packages
• Repairing broken yarns by tying and splicing ends
• Examining finished products for defects and variations, reporting faults in machines, and carrying out quality control procedures

Occupations:

• 711711 Footwear Production Machine Operator
• 711712 Hide and Skin Processing Machine Operator
• 711713 Knitting Machine Operator
• 711714 Textile Dyeing and Finishing Machine Operator
• 711715 Weaving Machine Operator
• 711716 Yarn Carding and Spinning Machine Operator
• 711799 Textile and Footwear Production Machine Operators nec

Footwear Production Machine Operator (711711)

The Footwear Production Machine Operator operates machines to manufacture ready-to-wear footwear. This occupation requires a skill level of 4 in Australia and 3 in New Zealand.

Specializations within this occupation include Shoemaking Cutter and Shoemaking Finisher.

Hide and Skin Processing Machine Operator (711712)

The Hide and Skin Processing Machine Operator, also known as Leather Production Machine Operator, operates machines to convert raw hides and skins into finished leather for use in clothing, footwear, and upholstery. This occupation requires a skill level of 4 in Australia and 3 in New Zealand.

Specializations within this occupation include Fellmongering Machine Operator, Hide and Skin Fleshing Machine Operator, Sammying Machine Operator, and Tanner.

Knitting Machine Operator (711713)

The Knitting Machine Operator, also known as Textile Knitter, operates machines to knit fabrics, garment parts, and other articles from yarns such as cotton, wool, nylon, and rayon. This occupation requires a skill level of 4 in Australia and 3 in New Zealand.

Specializations within this occupation include Flat Bed Knitter and Warp Knitter.

Textile Dyeing and Finishing Machine Operator (711714)

The Textile Dyeing and Finishing Machine Operator operates machines to bleach, dye, and finish knitted garments such as hosiery and woolen garments. This occupation requires a skill level of 4 in Australia and 3 in New Zealand.

Specializations within this occupation include Textile Dyer and Textile Finisher.

Weaving Machine Operator (711715)

The Weaving Machine Operator, also known as Loom Operator, operates looms to weave yarn into cloth, carpet, and other fabrics. This occupation requires a skill level of 4 in Australia and 3 in New Zealand.

Specializations within this occupation include Beamer and Carpet Weaver.

Yarn Carding and Spinning Machine Operator (711716)

The Yarn Carding and Spinning Machine Operator operates machines to convert raw textile fibers into continuous untwisted and twisted strands of yarn for use in clothing, carpets, curtains, and other fabrics. This occupation requires a skill level of 4 in Australia and 3 in New Zealand.

Specializations within this occupation include Cotton Ginner, Gill Box Operator, Yarn Comber, and Yarn Texture Machine Operator.

Textile and Footwear Production Machine Operators nec (711799)

This occupation group covers Textile and Footwear Production Machine Operators not elsewhere classified. It includes occupations such as Feltmaker, Net Maker, Rope Making Machine Operator, and Tufting Machine Operator. The skill level required for this occupation is 4 in Australia and 3 in New Zealand.