Becoming a Hide and Skin Processing Machine Operator in Queensland

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About this role

Hide and Skin Processing Machine Operators operate machines to convert raw hides and skins into finished leather for use in clothing, footwear and upholstery.

What you might do day-to-day in this job

Typical tasks for a Hide and Skin Processing Machine Operator include:

  • prepares machines for operation by selecting and installing attachments and components for specialised functions
  • sets and operates controls used to regulate processing operations
  • starts machines and monitors operation to detect faults and ensure effectiveness of operation
  • loads drums with hides and skins, textiles, and dyeing and tanning solutions
  • examines finished products for defects and variations, reports faults in machines, and carries out quality control procedures.

Courses that can lead to a career as a Hide and Skin Processing Machine Operator

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  1. Certificate II in Apparel, Fashion and Textiles

    MST20722

    • Traineeship
    • On-the-job training
    • 1 year
    • Cost varies
    • Financial help available
    • No entry requirements
    • Partially online
    • Part-time may be available

  2. Course in Safe Use of Machinery for Technology Teaching

    22623VIC

    • Cost varies
    • No entry requirements
    • Partially online
    • Part-time may be available

  3. Certificate III in Apparel, Fashion and Textiles

    MST31022

    • Traineeship
    • On-the-job training
    • 2 years
    • Cost varies
    • Financial help available
    • No entry requirements
    • Partially online
    • Part-time may be available

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