Industrial Etcher
Program a machine that applies acid to precision-etch metal and plastic.
Shirring Machine Operator
Operate sewing machines to shorten or decorate edges of material. Also known as Shirrer, Shirt Operator, Valance Shirrer
Operates sewing machine equipped with shirring attachment to shorten or decorate edges of material with gathers or puckers for use in fabricating articles, such as buffing wheels, curtains and tie-backs, casket interiors, hats and caps, and decorative folds in fabrics for garment trimmings: Turns screws to adjust tension of thread, length of stitch, and spacing and width of shirred runnings. Presses knee control to raise gathering device, positions edge of material beneath needle, and lowers gathering device onto material. Trims excess thread and material from shirred material, using scissors or knife-blade attachment. Performs duties as described under SEWING-MACHINE OPERATOR, REGULAR EQUIPMENT Master Title.
Personality Traits
Team Player: You're able to listen, communicate, and work with tons of different people.
Reliable: You can always be counted on to do a good job.
Trustworthy: You are known for your personal integrity and honesty.
Salary and Education
How much does a
Shirring Machine Operator make?
Nationally: $16,000 – $32,000
Main education level: High School
source: US Dept of Labor
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