June 25: Sewing Machine Operator
Sewing Machine Operator
In honour of Sewing Machine Day, this month we’re unpicking the career of a Sewing Machine Operator! From soft furnishings to fashion, as a sewing machine operator you’ll help bring a number of products to life!
Think you measure up for this role?
Job Description
Salary (Avg.) £22,000
Become a master at operating a sewing machine and turn your skills into a rewarding career! As you become more skilled and gain more experience, you can earn up to £27,000 a year, according to NationalCareers.com. Each day, you’ll bring designs to life by following detailed instructions, whether you’re stitching clothing, upholstery, or other products. If you’ve got an eye for detail and a steady hand, this could be the perfect path for you.
Qualifications and Skills
There are many routes of entry to become a sewing machine operator, but many entry level roles require you to have gained your maths and English GCSEs.
Following this you could go on to:
College
You could do a college course to learn some of the skills needed for this job. There are various courses surrounding fashion and textiles that will set you on the right track.
Apprenticeships
Another route of entry is through an apprenticeship. This will provide you hands on experience, alongside learning the technical skills in a classroom.
What you can be doing now
Needle your way above the competition by trying your hand at sewing. There’s no time like the present, practice using a sewing machine, download free patterns to stitch and follow, or take some basic level courses to familiarise yourself and build your sewing skills.
Thread the needle on your future and stitch together a career you’ll love, as a Sewing Machine Operator!