twisting machine operator
Twisting machine operators tend machines that spin two or more fibres together into a yarn. They handle raw materials, prepare them for processing, and use twisting machines for that purpose. They also perform routine maintenance of the machinery.
Also called: twisting machine tender, twister operator, twisting operator, twister tender, industrial twisting machine operator, twister machine operator
- 12
- essential skills
- 18
- optional skills
- 8
- related roles
- 8151
- ISCO-08 group
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Essential skills
12- adjust filament tension
- check quality of raw materials
- convert textile fibres into sliver
- cut filament
- maintain equipment
- prepare raw materials
- prepare raw materials for man-made fibres manufacturing
- set the operation speed of manufacturing machines
- staple spinning machine technology
- tend spinning machines
- tend twisting machines
- types of textile fibres
Optional skills
18- adapt to changing situations
- cooperate with colleagues
- covert slivers into thread
- ensure equipment maintenance
- execute working instructions
- follow work procedures
- functionalities of machinery
- identify with the company's goals
- manufacture non-woven filament products
- manufacture texturised filament yarns
- measure yarn count
- organise wires
- perform sample testing
- process man-made fibres
- remove defective products
- report defective manufacturing materials
- rope manipulation
- use communication techniques
Definition and skills from ESCO, published by the European Commission. Source concept
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