Fiber Manufacturing Operator

Code: 51-6064.00

Also known as: Back Winder, Cable Operator, Computer Integrated Manufacturing Operator (CIM Operator), Drawing Operator, Line Operator, Spinner, Spinning Operator, Twister Operator, Winder Operator, Winder Tender

Description: 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.

Fiber Manufacturing Operator

Typical wages


10% $23,680
25% $27,220
Median $30,890
75% $36,570
90% $41,530
10% $11.39
25% $13.08
Median $14.85
75% $17.58
90% $19.97

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
31,000
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
28,000
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 2,200