*A job as a Spinning Machine Operator falls under the broader career category of Textile Winding, Twisting, and Drawing Out Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.
Job Description
for Textile Winding, Twisting, and Drawing Out Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders :
Set up, operate, or tend machines that wind or twist textiles; or draw out and combine sliver, such as wool, hemp, or synthetic fibers. Includes slubber machine and drawing frame operators.
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Median Annual Wage |
$37,100 |
Median Hourly Wage |
$17.84* |
Total Employed Nationally |
23,550 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2023 wage data and 2022-2032 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2022-2032). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.