Occupation · SOC 51-6099
Textile, Apparel, and Furnishings Workers, All Other
All textile, apparel, and furnishings workers not listed separately.
Median wage
$37,010
$30,290–$53,710
Projected growth
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Annual openings
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per year
Employed (US)
14,450
Job Zone —
Core skills
Operations MonitoringMonitoringOperation and ControlCritical ThinkingActive ListeningQuality Control AnalysisSpeakingReading Comprehension
Knowledge areas
Production and ProcessingMechanicalEnglish LanguageMathematicsEducation and Training
Technology & tools
Internet browser softwareComputer aided design CAD softwareEnterprise application integration softwareTime accounting softwareData base user interface and query software
Representative tasks
Enforce safety and sanitation regulations.Keep records of employees' attendance and hours worked.Inspect materials, products, or equipment to detect defects or malfunctions.
Competency framework
Skill expectations by proficiency level.
emerging
Safety and sanitation regulations — recognize and follow under direct supervision on a textile production floor.Employee attendance records — record basic time-in and time-out data using time accounting software with trainer guidance.Finished textile products — inspect for visible defects under close supervision using established quality checklists.Work orders and production schedules — read and identify key instructions with support from a lead worker in a manufacturing setting.Hand tools and basic sewing or finishing equipment — operate under direction following standardized setup procedures.Defects or malfunctions in materials — recognize common patterns and flag issues to a supervisor during routine production runs.Workplace safety protocols — apply personal protective equipment and sanitation procedures as instructed on the shop floor.Spreadsheet software — enter production data into pre-built templates under guidance in an apparel or furnishings facility.Active listening skills — demonstrate by receiving and confirming step-by-step task instructions from supervisors during shift briefings.Basic quality control criteria — apply to raw material checks when directed, using provided reference standards in a production environment.
developing
Safety and sanitation regulations — enforce independently during daily operations, identifying and correcting minor violations on the production floor.Employee attendance and hours-worked records — maintain accurately using time accounting software with minimal oversight in a mid-size textile facility.Materials and finished goods — inspect systematically for defects or equipment malfunctions, applying standard quality control procedures across routine production runs.Production charts and work orders — read and analyze to adjust workflow priorities and coordinate task sequencing in a furnishings or apparel operation.Textile or screen-printing machinery — monitor operations continuously, detecting irregularities and making routine adjustments to maintain output quality.Quality control findings — document and communicate clearly to supervisors and peers using spreadsheet software and verbal reporting.Critical thinking skills — apply when evaluating recurring production problems, selecting established corrective actions in familiar manufacturing contexts.CAD or layout software — use to review pattern or design specifications and confirm alignment with current work orders.Customer and production service standards — interpret and apply when prioritizing inspection tasks and scheduling to meet delivery requirements.Newer team members — demonstrate correct equipment operation and safety compliance procedures during on-the-job mentoring sessions.
proficient
Safety and sanitation programs — implement and audit comprehensively across all production areas, resolving non-routine compliance issues autonomously.Attendance, productivity, and production data — analyze using database and spreadsheet tools to identify trends and recommend staffing or scheduling adjustments.Complex or ambiguous product defects and equipment malfunctions — diagnose independently, applying mechanical knowledge to determine root cause and corrective action.Multi-document production records including charts, schedules, and quality reports — synthesize to optimize workflow and resolve scheduling conflicts across departments.Automated and semi-automated textile equipment — control and calibrate with precision, managing process variables to maintain consistent output quality across full shifts.Quality control analysis — conduct on materials and finished goods, applying statistical reasoning to distinguish systemic defects from isolated incidents.Cross-functional teams — communicate findings and technical requirements clearly through written reports and spoken briefings in a manufacturing or contract production setting.Enterprise application integration software — utilize to coordinate production tracking, quality data, and inventory information across operational systems.Non-routine safety incidents or near-misses — investigate, document findings, and implement corrective measures in compliance with public safety and regulatory standards.Customer specifications and service requirements — translate into precise production parameters, ensuring output consistently meets contractual quality benchmarks.
advanced
Facility-wide safety and sanitation policies — develop, update, and champion across all shifts and departments, driving a culture of compliance in a large textile or furnishings operation.Workforce attendance, performance, and training records systems — design and oversee, ensuring data integrity and alignment with organizational HR and production goals.Quality assurance frameworks — establish and continuously improve, setting defect tolerance standards and inspection protocols adopted across the entire production organization.Strategic production plans and capacity analyses — lead by interpreting complex data sets, aligning operational schedules with business objectives and customer commitments.Technology investment decisions for machinery, CAD systems, and enterprise software — evaluate and recommend, driving modernization of textile production capabilities.Organizational safety culture — set direction for by developing training curricula, accountability systems, and audit programs grounded in public safety and regulatory requirements.Cross-departmental and external stakeholder communication — lead through high-stakes presentations and negotiations, representing production capabilities and quality standards to clients and partners.Talent development programs — design and implement for textile workers at all skill levels, applying education and training knowledge to close competency gaps systematically.Production and quality performance metrics — define at the organizational level, establishing KPIs and reporting standards used to drive continuous improvement initiatives.Emerging production methods, materials, and technologies — evaluate and integrate into existing operations, positioning the organization competitively within the apparel and furnishings industry.
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