Career Wiring

Sewing Machine Operators

O*NET-SOC 51-6031.00 · interest code RCA

Operate or tend sewing machines to join, reinforce, decorate, or perform related sewing operations in the manufacture of garment or nongarment products.

How this work is wired

O*NET rates every occupation 1-7 on six interest dimensions. This one leans Realistic — hands-on, physical, practical work with tools, machines, plants or animals — then Conventional and Artistic.

Realistic6.7
Investigative1.4
Artistic1.7
Social1.2
Enterprising1.2
Conventional3.9

Preparation typically needed

Job Zone 1 — little or no preparation — most people can start with a short on-the-job orientation.

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