Sewing Machinists
Sewing machinists sew and finish garments by hand or machine, rectify faults in manufactured textile goods and repair worn and damaged garments.
More about this Career
Average Salary
£20430
New workers start around £11364. Normal pay is £20430 per year. Highly experienced workers can earn up to £35605.
Jobs
529
Job counts include both employed and self-employed persons, and do not distinguish between full and part-time jobs.
Daily Tasks
- Routinely cleans and oils machine and reports or remedies any mechanical faults.
- Embroiders decorative designs on textiles with machine stitching.
- Performs hand sewing tasks in the making, trimming and finishing of fur, sheepskin, leather, upholstery, mats, carpets, umbrellas and other textile products.
- Examines fabrics of all types to identify imperfections and determine best method of repair.
- Operates standard and specialised machines to sew, finish and repair garments and other textile, fabric, fur and skin products.
Skills Employers are looking for
Soft Skills
Soft skills are non-technical skills that include how you interact with colleagues, solve problems, and manage your work
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Learning Strategies
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Active Listening
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Reading Comprehension
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Active Learning
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Mathematics
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Critical Thinking
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Monitoring
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Writing
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Speaking
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Science
