Sewing Operator Training and Training Modules

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Sewing Operator Training and Training Modules:

Operator Training - A structured way used to build operator sewing skills, teach machine
handling and material handling and to impart basic knowledge about the sewing machine and
quality of stitch. After completion of training, a trainee is expected to operate a sewing
machine on his own and can sew garments. Operator training includes both theoretical classes
and practical classes and lot practice on sewing machines.

Use of Operator Training:

Operator training has multiple uses in mass garment production.

1. Sometimes the factory needs to hire fresh trainees to fill operator shortage. A structured
training course is required to convert fresh trainees into trained operators.

2. Many times it is found that some sewing operators who are hired for sewing task are not
properly trained in specific operations though they can sew only basic operations. In such
cases, a training cell can impart sewing skills to the operators for the specific operations.

3. When the factory needs to upgrade operators for improving line performance or skill
development is required for low-skilled operators, a training cell is essential.
Advantages of Sewing Operator Training:

Factories those have in-house training cell have following benefits. In mass manufacturing,
factories need a number of sewing operators to keep the floor running. Major benefits are -

1. Fill up operator shortage when required by hiring fresh trainees. Even helper can be
converted into operators by training.

2. Train correct method of sewing to produce a quality product in less time. A trained
operator knows how to handle a machine, can adjust the machine, know a better way of
handling material and quality of the stitch (seam).

3. Can motivate operators to become loyal to the company by providing them training on
sewing and make them capable to earn by doing sewing job.

Operator Training Modules:

The operator training module is a set of training areas to be provided to a trainee during the
training period.

1. Selection of learners through Pegboard Test, Machine Control Test and Threading
Needle Exercise Test
2. Machine nomenclature of parts, Inserting Needle into Needle Bar and explaining
proper posture of sitting at the machine
3. Sewing machine control exercise on Paper – 6 different exercises are used
4. Sewing machine control exercise on fabric – 6 different exercises is used
5. Fundamentals of threading the machine – threading bobbin winder, loading bobbin,
inserting loaded bobbin case into the machine hook etc.
6. Machine control and sewing bar tack
7. Handling and sewing – different fabrics, trimming thread, turning material while
sewing and top stitching, adding fullness to seams
8. Sewing machine adjustment
9. Preparation of garment Mocks

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