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Overview
Winding machine operators run machines that wind yarns, cords, ropes or threads onto reels, bobbins and spools while preparing material for later textile processing.
In job descriptions, look for bobbins, yarn count, filament tension, winding machines, fibre processing, equipment inspection, machine settings, sample collection and removal of defective products.
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Search jobsWhat the work can involve
Winding machine operators work beside textile winding equipment, yarn supplies, bobbins, reels and control panels. The work includes feeding material, setting tension, watching the winding process and stopping defects before material moves to the next production step.
Skills and specializations
Useful depth includes yarn count, filament tension, fibre types, machine controls, sample collection and equipment inspection. Some roles focus on synthetic fibres, rope handling, high-speed winding or routine maintenance.
Salary context
Pay context depends on shift pattern, machine complexity, number of machines tended, quality responsibility, maintenance duties and whether the role includes setup, troubleshooting or production reporting.
Career paths
Development can move toward senior machine operator, textile process technician, line coordinator, quality control, maintenance support or training in machine setup.
Good to know
Check whether adverts name fibre type, bobbin or spool format, machine brand or controls, tension checks, defect handling, sampling routines and expected production pace.
Editorial note
This guide is editorial career context, not official labour-market statistics or role-specific pay data.
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O*NET relationships
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O*NET relationships: 2
Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers
51-2021.00
O*NET occupation is broader
The O*NET occupation covers a broader field of work than this ESCO occupation.
Open in O*NETTextile Winding, Twisting, and Drawing Out Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
51-6064.00
O*NET occupation is broader
The O*NET occupation covers a broader field of work than this ESCO occupation.
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Alternative labels
Occupation group
Fibre preparing, spinning and winding machine operators (8151)
Source facts
| ESCO URI | http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/4c86c7c1-0839-456e-856f-65396d1f39d7 |
|---|---|
| ESCO code | 8151.4 |
| ISCO group | 8151 |
| Concept type | Occupation |