{"schemaVersion":"1.0","exportedAt":"2026-05-15T12:40:45.710Z","occupation":{"soc":"51-6062.00","title":"Textile Cutting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders","group":"Production","sector":"31-33","jobZone":2,"jobZoneInferred":false},"framework":{"version":"v.26.05","description":"","contextCovered":"This framework covers textile cutting machine setup, operation, quality inspection, recordkeeping, and equipment maintenance in an industrial production facility environment.","levels":{"emerging":{"label":"Emerging","statements":["Fabric layers and cutting patterns — position and align under direct supervisor guidance on a production floor.","Electric knives and manual cutters — identify and handle safely following established safety protocols in a textile facility.","Machine start-up procedures — execute step-by-step under close supervision before beginning a standard cutting run.","Basic machine controls such as speed and tension settings — locate and adjust with direct instruction from a lead operator.","Finished cut pieces — inspect visually against simple quality checklists under supervisor direction.","Work completion records and basic machine settings — record manually on standard production log sheets as directed.","Mechanical malfunctions and unusual machine sounds — recognize and report promptly to a supervisor on the production line.","Coworker and supervisor instructions about order specifications — listen actively and clarify before beginning tasks.","Arm-hand steadiness and manual dexterity — apply when guiding cutting tools along pattern edges in entry-level cutting tasks.","Cutting machine components and basic tooling — identify by name and function during initial on-the-job orientation."]},"developing":{"label":"Developing","statements":["Layered fabric stacks and pre-marked patterns — cut accurately using electric or CNC cutting devices with minimal oversight on routine production runs.","Machine controls including heating mechanisms, tensions, and speeds — adjust independently to meet standard product specifications.","Ongoing cutting machine operations — monitor continuously and make routine adjustments to maintain output quality.","Cut textile products — inspect against dimensional and quality standards, identifying common defects without supervisor prompting.","Production records and machine configuration data — enter consistently into spreadsheet or ERP software at shift end.","Machinery condition — inspect at the start and end of each shift and document findings on maintenance checklists.","Mechanical issues beyond routine adjustment — escalate to supervisors with a clear description of observed symptoms.","Order requirements and process changes — discuss with coworkers to coordinate workflow across adjacent workstations.","CNC or computer-aided cutting software — operate for standard cut files under established production parameters.","Selective attention and control precision — apply when monitoring multiple machine functions simultaneously during high-volume runs."]},"proficient":{"label":"Proficient","statements":["Complex pattern layouts on multi-layer fabric — plan and execute efficiently using CAD software to minimize material waste in full production environments.","Full range of cutting machine controls — set up, calibrate, and fine-tune autonomously for non-standard materials or specialty orders.","Cutting machine operations across an entire shift — monitor independently, diagnosing and correcting process deviations before product defects occur.","Finished and in-process textile products — conduct thorough quality control analysis and reject or rework non-conforming pieces without escalation.","Troubleshooting of mechanical malfunctions — perform systematic diagnosis using knowledge of machine components and recommend or initiate repairs.","Production and machine-setting records — maintain accurately in ERP or enterprise software, ensuring traceability across multiple order runs.","Maintenance inspections — carry out proactively, identifying wear patterns and coordinating minor repairs to reduce unplanned downtime.","Cross-functional communication with coworkers and leads — facilitate clearly to resolve order discrepancies, process bottlenecks, and quality concerns.","Industrial control software and office suite tools — use proficiently to document workflows, report production metrics, and track equipment status.","Static strength and multilimb coordination — apply consistently when handling heavy fabric rolls and operating manual cutting equipment through extended production shifts."]},"advanced":{"label":"Advanced","statements":["Cutting department workflows and machine assignments — plan and optimize across multiple operators and shifts to meet high-volume production targets.","Quality standards and inspection protocols — develop, communicate, and enforce facility-wide to ensure consistent conformance to product specifications.","New operator training programs — design and deliver for machine setup, cutting techniques, and safety procedures aligned with Job Zone 2 skill requirements.","Machine maintenance schedules and repair prioritization — oversee and coordinate with maintenance staff to sustain equipment reliability across the production floor.","CNC cutting programs and CAD-generated cut files — review, approve, and troubleshoot at an organizational level to reduce scrap rates and improve yield.","Production data captured in ERP systems — analyze trends and present actionable findings to management for process improvement decisions.","Cross-departmental coordination with design, procurement, and quality teams — lead to align material specifications and cutting parameters with downstream production needs.","Continuous improvement initiatives for cutting operations — champion using root-cause analysis of defect data, downtime records, and operator feedback.","Workplace safety and cautiousness culture — model and reinforce by auditing practices, updating standard operating procedures, and coaching all skill levels.","Departmental performance goals including throughput, waste reduction, and equipment uptime — set, track, and report to facility leadership on a regular basis."]}}},"sources":{"onet":"v30.2 (CC BY 4.0)","crosswalk":"https://skillscrosswalk.com","generator":"LER.me"},"attribution":"© EBSCOed"}