Sewing machinist, Kaituitui ā-mīhini
Also known as
- Sewing machine operator
Sewing machinists use sewing machines to join fabric and create clothing, curtains, tents and other textile products.
Duration
2:01 mins
Your pay could be
$24
Lower
$24 to $32
Most common
$40
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
0-1 year
Sewing machinists
- usually work regular business hours, but may work overtime
- usually work in factories and workrooms
- may work in noisy conditions
- need to be accurate, methodical and work well under pressure
Tasks
- use sewing machines to join fabric
- feed fabric through sewing machines
- adjust fabric during sewing
- cut fabric pieces to size
- remove finished items from machines
- check sewn items for quality
- monitor machines for problems
- change and remove machine parts
Practical
Organised
Creative
Interests that fit this job
Interest quiz,
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Do the quizYou usually learn on the job to become a sewing machinist and a qualification may be useful.
You may need
- experience in similar work
- a New Zealand Certificate in Apparel and Fashion Technology (Level 4)
If you’re in school
You usually don’t need specific NCEA levels for this job.
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