Operators of Spinning Machines

Job description

These individuals operate spinning machines. These machines are used to produce yarn from a ribbon or roving.

Environment

Controlled ambient temperature
Equipment, machinery, tools

Main tasks

Feed, monitor, and maintain the spinning machines.
Locate anomalies and solve problems (repair breaks, replace rollers, etc.).
Write production reports.

Training and requirements

Formation

Most training programs are offered in French only.

Secondary

DVS in production textile (opérations)

Code : 5243

WAP

This occupation is targeted by a Workplace Apprenticeship Program

Textile fibre and yarn preparation machine operator

Main skills and characteristics

Skills

Monitoring operations
Operations and control
Data collection
Quality control analysis
Information processing

Result evaluation
Active listening
Oral expression
Critical thought

More Less skills

Abilities

Hand-arm stability
Reaction time
Limb coordination
Manual dexterity
Speed control

Digital dexterity
Core strength
Colour perception and distinction
Control accuracy
Perception speed
Awareness of issues
Near vision
Auditory attention
Overall coordination of the body
Static muscle power
Hearing sensitivity
Processing flexibility
Distance vision
Visualization
Selective attention
Speech clarity
Classification
Endurance
Verbal skills
Information organization
Depth perception
Physical flexibility in extension

More Less abilities

Knowledge and attributes

Focussed on results
Perseverance
Autonomy
Sense of responsibility
Capacity to work in a team
Knowledge of production and treatment
Attention to detail
Respect standards and regulations
Sense of observation
Tolerance to routine work

Interests

Make, build, install
Work manually

Personality profiles (RIASEC)

Realistic: People with this profile prefer carrying out concrete tasks and being physically involved in what they do.
Conventional: People with this profile prefer specific, well-defined tasks. They like to respect the order of things and follow established rules.
Investigative: People with this profile prefer relying on theoretical knowledge before acting. They like observation, analysis and problem solving.

Additional information

Appellation d’emploi liée (à traduire)

Textile fibre and yarn, hide and pelt processing machine operators and workers (CNP 94130)

Skill type

Manufacturing and utilities

Related occupations

Supervisors, textile, fabric, fur and leather products processing and manufacturing