Embroidery Machine Operator (Zigzag Machine)

Aliases: Embroidery Finisher, Machine Fancy Stitcher, Machine Fancy Stitcher, Machine Feller

Industry/Sector(s): Apparel

JOB DESCRIPTION ¹

The tasks an Embroidery Machine Operator (Zigzag Machine) is expected to perform include:

Operating the embroidery machine
Embroidering decorative designs on fabrics or garments
Performing different kinds of stitches and decorative work

WORK ENVIRONMENT ^{1, 2}

It is a bench job
Need not handle a team
Local travelling is not a part of this job role
Part-time work and contractual jobs are available
Work from home option is not available

Working hours

Organizations usually work for 5/6 days a week for 8/9 hours everyday. This may vary from organization to organization
Shift system is not available
Overtime may be involved

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?

This may vary from organization to organization

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING ¹

Preferably, 5^th
Certified training for Embroidery Machine Operator (Zigzag Machine) (programme aligned to AMH/Q0801 released by Apparel Made Up’s and Home Furnishing Sector Skill Council)

KEY COMPETENCIES ¹

Proficient in different types of embroidery techniques and associated stitch type
Knowledge of different types of fabrics and other materials
Knowledge of different types of needles along with accessories used in embroidery
Equipped to set-up and adjust machine controls
Knowledge of tools and material requirements for embroidery as per given specifications

DESIRABLE COMPETENCIES ¹

Training in sewing operations
Detail-oriented

AVAILABLE SKILL TRAINING AND LEARNING INSTITUTES

For further guidance, contact your nearest Common Service Centre or Contact NCS Call Centre (Toll Free Number: 1800-425-1514)

AVAILABLE SKILL TRAINING SCHEMES/SCHOLARSHIPS

For scholarship and schemes, use further links like:

http://pmkvyofficial.org/

SAMPLE OF TRAINING AND LEARNING COURSES

For further guidance, contact your nearest Common Service Centre or Contact NCS Call Centre (Toll Free Number: 1800-425-1514)

CAREER PROGRESSION PATH ⁴

Embroidery Machine Operator Trainee → Embroidery Machine Operator (Zigzag Machine) → Supervisor

The progression is indicative

EXPECTED EARNINGS ³

For candidates with experience – Rs 6,000 to Rs 13,000 per month

These figures are indicative and subject to change

REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE ¹

Generally, 1-2 years of work experience in stitching and embroidery work

PROBABLE EMPLOYERS ³

Textile and apparel units

KEYWORDS

Embroidery Finisher
Machine Fancy Stitcher
Machine Feller

OCCUPATIONAL CODES AND STANDARDS

Standard	Code	Description
NCO 2015	8153.0601	Embroidery Machine Operator (Zigzag Machine)
ISCO 2008	8153	Sewing Machine Operators
NIC 2008	13991	Embroidery work and making of laces and fringes
QP Reference	AMH/Q0801	Embroidery Machine Operator (Zigzag Machine)
NS	Level 4	Not available

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