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Tends one or more automatic sewing machines that hem continuous lengths of material: Threads material through feed rollers, machine guides, and hem-folding attachment. Starts machine that sews continuous hem and stops as material runs out or thread breaks. When tending machine that sews hemstitch, may be designated Gang-Hemstitching-Machine Operator. May be designated according to product hemmed as Curtain Hemmer, Automatic; Drapery Hemmer, Automatic; Ruffling Hemmer, Automatic. Performs duties as described under SEWING-MACHINE OPERATOR, AUTOMATIC Master Title.

Personality Traits


Reliable: You can always be counted on to do a good job.

Detail Oriented: You pay close attention to all the little details.

Team Player: You're able to listen, communicate, and work with tons of different people.

Salary and Education


How much does an Automatic Hemmer make?

Nationally: $16,000 – $32,000

Main education level: High School

source: US Dept of Labor


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