Textile machine operators set up and operate machines that make products from fibers.
| Quick Facts: Textile Machine Operators | |
|---|---|
| Wages | Earn $33,784 - $47,991 per year |
| Employment | Very small occupation |
| 10 Year Growth | Declining |
| Annual Openings | Very few |
Preparation
A textile machine operator typically needs to:
- have a high school diploma or equivalent
- complete on-the-job training
Working Conditions
In a typical work setting, textile machine operators:
- Have a low level of social contact. They talk to supervisors in person to get information, but work mainly with machines.
- Always work indoors.
- Must be sure that all details are done and their work is exact. Errors could cost the company money because of lost time and materials.
- May work night and weekend shifts. Many textile and fiber mills operate 24 hours a day.
Wages
In Illinois, textile machine operators earn a median wage of $33,784 - $47,991 per year.
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Employment and Outlook
In Illinois, 240 textile machine operators work in this very small occupation.
| Location | Employment | 10 Year Growth | Annual Openings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 240 Very small | -0.4% Declining | 29 Very few |