8152-Weaving and knitting machine operators

Main Tasks include -

• (a) setting up and operating batteries of automatic, link-type knitting machines to knit garments of specified pattern and design
• (b) threading yarn, thread, and fabric through guides, needles, and rollers of machines for weaving, knitting, or other processing
• (c) tending automatic looms that simultaneously weave pile yarn, filling yarn, and warp yarn material to produce carpets and rugs with various coloured designs
• (d) operating and monitoring loom on which yarn or twist is intersected and knotted at regular intervals to form mesh
• (e) operating and monitoring large automatic multi-needle machines to embroider material or to sew lengths of several layers of material to make yard goods, quilts or mattress coverings
• (f) tending circular knitting machines with automatic pattern controls that knit seamless hose
• (g) operating and monitoring knitting machines to knit hosiery to shape of foot and leg
• (h) operating and monitoring machine for knitting heel and toes of socks into ribs or tops cut from circular fabric
• (i) operating and monitoring machine which seams openings in toes of socks
• (j) operating and monitoring crocheter machine to knit lace, trimming etc. of desired pattern or design
• (k) examining looms to determine causes of loom stoppage, such as warp filling, harness breaks, or mechanical defects
• (l) repairing or replacing worn or defective needles and other components
• (m) cleaning, oiling, and lubricating machines, using air hoses, cleaning solutions, rags, oil cans, and/or grease guns.