How do they match: Textile Knitting and Weaving Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders

  • Textile Knitting and Weaving Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders

  • Link and Link Knitting Machine Operator

  • Repair or replace worn or defective needles and other components, using hand tools.
  • Inspect machinery to determine whether repairs are needed.
  • Notify supervisors or repair staff of mechanical malfunctions.
  • Program electronic equipment.

  • Repair production equipment or tools.
  • Clean production equipment.
  • Conduct test runs of production equipment.
  • Feed materials or products into or through equipment.
  • Inspect production equipment.
  • Install mechanical components in production equipment.
  • Lubricate production equipment.
  • Mount attachments or tools onto production equipment.
  • Notify others of equipment repair or maintenance needs.
  • Operate textile cutting or production equipment.
  • Program equipment to perform production tasks.
  • Replace worn equipment components.
  • Set equipment controls to meet cutting specifications.
  • Study blueprints or other instructions to determine equipment setup requirements.