Sector
Apparel
Keyword

Button-Hole Maker

Dress Maker

Tailor

The tasks a Button-Hole Maker, Machine is expected to perform include:

Operating button-hole making machine which cuts holes and stitches around holes automatically

Mounting spool of thread and wounding bobbin on machine

Drawing thread through guides and eye of needle

Adjusting gauge according to size of hole required

Pressing pedal to raise pressure-foot

Inserting part of garment where button-holes are to be made and adjusting it

Releasing pedal to lower pressure-foot

Pressing another pedal to start machine which cuts hole and stitches around hole

Cleaning and oiling the machine

Knowledge about basic sewing techniques, including hand sewing and the manipulation of fabric through a sewing machine

Well-versed with the use, properties and care of different fabrics and materials regularly used in making costumes

Understanding about maintaining costumes and fabrics

Ability to interpret production documentation, costume labels and costume care instructions

Knowledge about different types of stitches in buttons and types of buttons

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Will be updated

Good hand-eye coordination Attention to detail

Time management

Good interpersonal skills

It is a desk job

Need not handle a team

Local travelling is not a part of this job role

Part-time work and contractual jobs are available in some cities

Work from home option is available

Working hours

Working hours are for 5/6 days a week and 8/9 hours everyday. This may vary from company to company

Shift system maybe available

Being self-employed is also an option. In this case, the working hours and days will be flexible

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?

This job is suitable for candidates with One Leg ( OL), Both Leg (BL), Muscular Weakness (MW) and Hearing Impaired (HH)

This job is not listed as hazardous or dangerous under The Factories Act, 1948 (section 87)

Occupational hazards include strained vision, cuts, wounds, back aches, leg pain, joint pain, fatigue, stress, etc.

For candidates with up to 2 years? experience ? INR 10,000 to INR 11,000 per monthFor candidates with 2 to 5 years? experience ?INR 15,000 to INR 16,500 per month (These figures are indicative and subject to change)

Market Trends for the Textile, Fabric and Clothing Industry in India

The Indian textile and clothing industry provides a valuable wealth of craftsmanship of both skilled and semi-skilled work force which is the major contributor towards the development of apparel units. Textile and apparel industries are vital parts of the world economy, providing employment to millions, mostly, women workers in nearly two hundred countries. The need for clothes and costumes in the world of theatre is consistently present, this indicates good job opportunities for Button-Hole Maker, Machine.

Apparel manufacturers across India

Readymade garment manufacturers in India

Local tailoring shops across India

Self-employed

Cities and towns across India