Clothing and textile presser, Kaihaeana papanga
Also known as
- Presser, ironer, drycleaner
Clothing and textile pressers use press machines, blocks and hand irons to shape or remove wrinkles from clothing, fabric and textiles.
Your pay could be
$48K
Lower
$50K to $77K
Most common
$109K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Clothing and textile pressers
- usually work regular business hours but may do shift work
- usually work in workshops and factories
- may work in noisy and hazardous conditions
- need to be methodical, practical and safety conscious
Tasks
- press and steam clothes
- use specialised irons, steamers and pressing machines
- inspect clothes for stains or faults
- prepare fabrics for processing or production
- mark garments with identifying information
- maintain equipment
- prepare finished items for shipment
- package items for storage or delivery
You usually learn on the job to become a clothing and textile presser.
You may need
- experience in similar work
- a New Zealand Certificate in Drycleaning (Level 3)
If you’re in school
You usually don’t need specific NCEA levels for this job.
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