Textile finishing worker
A textile finishing worker works in industry in finishing fabrics and textile products. The job description may also include supporting tasks in sewing. The work requires precision, care and good ability to distinguish colours.
Production factories in the textile industry.
In the profession, it is an advantage to know the manufacturing process of textile materials and textiles. You must be familiar with fabric and textile finishing techniques and know how to use machines for finishing. In case of disruptions, you must be able to act quickly. The profession requires accuracy and diligence.
You are also required to have a good vision and a good ability to distinguish colours. You may be exposed to continuous noise from machines in their work. Chemical substances can cause allergies. The profession is not suitable for people with dust allergy.
- apparel manufacturing technology
- buttonholing
- fabric spreading in the fashion industry
- history of fashion
- manufacturing of made-up textile articles
- manufacturing of wearing apparel
- marker making
- properties of textile materials
- standard sizing systems for clothing
In vocational institutions in upper secondary education and training, it is possible to complete a Vocational Qualification in Textiles and Fashion Industry (textile manufacturer). When you have accumulated competence, you can also complete a Further Vocational Qualification in Textiles and Fashion Industry, textile manufacturer (further vocational qualification) and a specialist vocational qualification. The qualification can also be completed through an apprenticeship.
Median salary
2,411 €/mo
Private sector
2,415 €/mo
The data is based on the median income, meaning the amount of salary which is the middle of the salary amounts arranged in order of magnitude. The salary information for an occupation is based on occupational groups defined by Statistics Finland’s national classification of occupations, which often include other similar occupations.
Source: Statistics Finland's structural statistics on wages and salaries
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