Textile, Fibre and Yarn, Hide and Pelt Processing Machine Operators and Workers
(NOC 9441)
in All Manufacturing and UtilitiesTextile fibre and yarn processing machine operators and workers use machines to prepare textile fibres; spin, wind or twist yarn or thread; and bleach, dye or finish yarn, thread, cloth or textile products. They work for textile manufacturing companies. Hide and pelt processing machine operators and workers trim, scrape, clean, tan, buff and dye animal hides, pelts or skins to make leather stock and finished furs. They work for leather tanning, fur dressing and leather and fur dyeing companies.
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Compared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities
This is not a large occupation in Nova Scotia so job opportunities may not be that frequent. With a large percent of workers being 55 years of age and older, retirements are expected to be a key contributor to employment opportunities over the coming years. Textile Fibre and Yarn, Hide, and Pelt Processing Machine Operators and Workers most commonly work full-time hours.
The median employment income for 47% of Textile Fibre and Yarn, Hide, and Pelt Processing Machine Operators and Workers who worked full-time, year-round in 2015 was $33,913. Across all occupations in Nova Scotia, 59% of those who worked full-time year round had a median employment income of $43,600.
(Source: 2016 Census)
Hourly Pay
N/A
MinimumN/A
MedianN/A
MaximumAnnual Pay
$7,397
Minimum$26,799
Median$41,381
MaximumCompared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities
Hourly Pay
$13.00
Minimum$23.91
Median$35.04
MaximumAnnual Pay
$6,056
Minimum$30,111
Median$70,518
MaximumAbout the job
Nature of work
Textile fibre and yarn processing machine operators and workers use machines to prepare textile fibres; spin, wind or twist yarn or thread; and bleach, dye or finish yarn, thread, cloth or textile products. They work for textile manufacturing companies. Hide and pelt processing machine operators and workers trim, scrape, clean, tan, buff and dye animal hides, pelts or skins to make leather stock and finished furs. They work for leather tanning, fur dressing and leather and fur dyeing companies.
Job duties
Textile fibre and yarn processing machine operators and workers:
- Use and feed machines that wash, mix, blend, pick, card, lap, comb or draw fibres and finish yarn.
- Run spinning, twisting, winding or reeling machines.
- Use machines to bleach, dye, coat or finish fabric, thread, yarn or other textile products.
- Mix dyes or chemicals according to established formulas.
- Use machinery to print designs onto textile products.
- Manage work area, examine products for defects and ensure adherence to quality standards.
- Investigate machine stoppages and notify supervisor or mechanic of equipment failure.
- May set up machines and help with maintenance and minor repairs to machinery.
Hide and pelt processing machine operators and workers:
- Use machines or use hand and powered cutting knives to remove particles from hides, skins or pelts; shave or polish hides; and shear fur or wool hides to produce pelts with hair of specified or uniform lengths.
- Prepare solutions according to established formulas and immerse hides, skins or pelts to clean, dehair, pickle, dye, oil, tan, soften and preserve.
- Adjust rotation and mixing action of vats according to state of pelts.
- Tint or dye furs to enhance natural shades of fur.
- May maintain and repair vats and other machinery.
Sample job titles
- autoclave tender
- bleaching range operator
- calender operator
- carding machine operator
- coater operator
- dyeing range operator
- fabric-printing machine operator
- finishing range operator
- leather buffer
- leather stretcher
- spinning operator
- tanner
- twisting operator
- yarn doubler
Skills
You should be responsible, alert, and in good physical health. Coordination, agility, and mechanical skills are important. You must also be able to take direction and carry out instructions given by a supervisor.
Job requirements
- High school is usually required.
- On-the-job training is provided for up to several months, depending on the complexity of the process and the number of machines used.
Other considerations
Shift work may be typical for many of these jobs. Movement is possible within the group to operate more complex dye ranges and textile printing equipment. Movement to supervisory positions is possible with experience for fibre and yarn preparation machine operators and hide and pelt processing machine operators and workers. There is some Movement among jobs in this unit group. A college program in textiles, chemistry or a related subject is usually needed to move to supervisor positions in textile processing.
By the numbers
Quick look
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Compared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Where will I likely work?
North Shore
Southern
Cape Breton
Halifax
Annapolis Valley
Compared to: All NS Occupations
Halifax
North Shore
Annapolis Valley
Cape Breton
Southern
Top Industries of Employment
Manufacturing
Wholesale trade
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
What is the age of Employment?
55-64
35-44
25-34
45-54
15-24
Compared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities
45-54
55-64
35-44
25-34
15-24
Top levels of education
High school
$34,709 median annual incomeLess than high school
N/ACollege certificate or diploma
N/ATrades certificate
N/ABachelor's degree
N/ACompared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities
High school
$28,505 median annual incomeLess than high school
$19,224 median annual incomeCollege certificate or diploma
$38,781 median annual incomeTrades certificate
$43,975 median annual incomeBachelor's degree
$39,715 median annual incomeEducation & training
Adult high school/secondary diploma programs
This program is typically offered at the high school level.The Nova Scotia School for Adult Learning (NSSAL) administers, coordinates, and supports the development and delivery of adult education programs through learning partners in Nova Scotia. Our learning partners include the Nova Scotia Community College, Adult High Schools, Université Sainte-Anne, and community-based learning organizations that offer tuition-free programming across the province. NSSAL offers clear, accessible pathways from adult basic education to a high school credential or GED, empowering Nova Scotians to achieve their learning and employment goals.
Institutions providing this program
Siège Social: 1695, Route 1
Pointe-de-l'Église, NS B0W 1M0
(902) 769-2114
PO Box 220
Halifax, NS B3J 2M4
(866) 679-6722
Various, NS
Various, NS
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