Convert textile fibres into sliver

Convert textile fibres into drafting sliver by working in the fibre opening, carding and drafting process.

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convert textile fibres into sliver
process textile fibres to produce sliver
transform textile fibres into sliver

skill/competence

sector-specific

Convert textile fibres into sliver is an essential skill of the following occupations:

Spinning textile technician: Spinning textile technicians perform operations related to setting up spinning processes.
Twisting machine operator: Twisting machine operators tend machines that spin two or more fibres together into a yarn. They handle raw materials, prepare them for processing, and use twisting machines for the purpose. They also perform routine maintenance of the machinery.
Yarn spinner: Yarn spinners convert fibres into yarns.
Textile process controller: Textile process controllers perform textile process operations, technical functions in various aspects of design, production and quality control of textile products, and cost control for processes. They use computer aided manufacturing (CAM), and computer integrated manufacturing (CIM) tools in order to ensure conformity of entire production process to specifications. They compare and exchange individual processes with other departments (e.g cost calculation office) and initiate appropriate actions. They analyse the structure and properties of raw materials used in textiles and assist to prepare specifications for their production, analyse and interpret test data.
Textile technologist: Textile technologists develop and supervise production systems for textiles.

Convert textile fibres into sliver is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

Spinning machine operator: Spinning machine operators produce yarns, twists, and other fibres by tending spinning, twisting, winding, and reeling machines. They handle raw materials, prepare them for spinning processes, and use machinery for the purpose. They also perform routine maintenance of the machinery.

References

1. Convert textile fibres into sliver – ESCO