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Textile Fibre and Yarn Preparation Machine Operators  (NOC 9441)
Edmonton Region
Description |  Titles |  Duties |   Related Occupations

Textile fibre and yarn preparation machine operators operate machines to prepare textile fibres or to spin, wind or twist yarn or thread. They are employed by textile companies.

card tender, opening and blending operator, slasher operator – textile manufacturing, spinning operator – textile manufacturing, twisting operator – textile manufacturing, warping operator – textile manufacturing, wool scourer.

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Textile fibre and yarn preparation machine operators perform some or all of the following duties:
  • Operate and feed machines that wash, mix, blend, pick, card, lap, comb or draw fibres
  • Operate and feed yarn texturizing machines
  • Operate spinning or twisting frames
  • Operate winding or reeling machines
  • Patrol work area to check for broken yarns or product defects
  • Tie broken threads
  • Investigate machine stoppages
  • Notify supervisor or mechanic of equipment malfunction
  • May assist with maintenance and minor repairs to machinery.
Included Cities in Region | Service Canada Offices

Edmonton, Fort Saskatchewan, Leduc, Spruce Grove, St. Albert, Wetaskiwin, Beaumont, Bon Accord, Calmar, Devon, Drayton Valley, Duffield, Gibbons, Millet, Morinville, Redwater, Stony Plain, Cardiff, Rosenthal Estates

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Wages for Textile Fibre and Yarn Preparation Machine Operators in Edmonton Region

Wages depend on job requirements and work conditions. They also vary between regions, for reasons such as location, labour agreements, and the availability of workers. The wages below are estimated before taxes.

Wage Estimates

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Due to data limitations, the wage for this occupation cannot be published. Please refer to the wage published for this occupation at the provincial or territorial level.
[ Source: Labour Market Information - HRSDC | Wage Methodology ]
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