Textile Winding, Twisting, and Drawing Out Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
Set up, operate, or tend machines that wind or twist textiles; or draw out and combine sliver, such as wool, hemp, or synthetic fibers. Includes slubber machine and drawing frame operators.
SOC: 51-6064.00
Common Job Titles
Spinner
Twister Operator
Winder Operator
Winder Tender
What You'll Need to Succeed
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Key competencies for this occupation at a glance
Hands-onOperate textile winding, twisting, and drawing machines in production settings following established manufacturing protocols.
Proficient
KnowledgeEvaluate machine operations and product quality against manufacturing standards through continuous monitoring and quality control analysis.
Proficient
Hands-onHandle textile materials including wool, hemp, and synthetic fibers during loading, processing, and unloading operations while maintaining material integrity.
Proficient
KnowledgeApply production and processing knowledge to optimize machine settings for different textile fiber types and product specifications.
Proficient
Hands-onDemonstrate mastery of inspection techniques for equipment, materials, and finished textile products using visual and tactile assessment methods to detect defects and ensure compliance.
Proficient
KnowledgeEstimate quantifiable characteristics of textile products such as fiber tension, twist levels, and production rates during machine operation.
Proficient
Hands-onPerform equipment setup and adjustments for textile processing machinery using hand tools and measurement instruments to ensure proper machine configuration.
Developing
Hands-onExecute preventive maintenance and minor repairs on mechanical textile equipment using grease guns, wrenches, and hydraulic jacks to minimize production downtime.
Developing
KnowledgeAnalyze machine malfunctions and production irregularities to diagnose root causes and implement corrective actions.
Developing
MindsetEngage in communication with supervisors and team members regarding production status, equipment issues, and safety concerns.
Developing
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Textile Winding, Twisting, and Drawing Out Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
20,600
Wage Distribution by Percentile
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $30,380. 25th percentile: U.S. $35,270. 50th percentile: U.S. $37,660. 75th percentile: U.S. $40,970. 90th percentile: U.S. $46,940. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
U.S.
Metric
U.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less
$30,380
10% of workers earn the following or more
$46,940
Workers on average earn
$38,440
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
Production and Processing3.5/5
Administration and Management3.1/5
Mechanical3.1/5
Public Safety and Security3.0/5
Personnel and Human Resources2.8/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
