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Textile Manufacturing Workers

Overview

Textile manufacturing workers prepare natural and synthetic fibers for spinning into yarn and manufacture yarn into textile products that are used in clothing, in household goods, and for many industrial purposes. Among the processes that these workers perform are cleaning, carding, combing, and spinning fibers; weaving, knitting, or bonding yarns and threads into textiles; and dyeing and finishing fabrics. The U.S. textile industry directly employs 501,755 workers, according to the National Council of Textile Organizations.

Salary Range

Below $25,000 to $75,000

Minimum Education Level

High School Diploma

Certification/License

None

Outlook

Decline
Personality Traits

Hands On

Realistic

Technical

Career Ladder
Plant Manager

Supervisor

Trainer

Experienced Textile Manufacturing Worker

Entry-Level Textile Manufacturing Worker

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