Also called: Textile Presser, Pressing Machine Operator, Finisher (Apparel)
Presses and shapes finished clothing with steam irons and forms in apparel factories so it looks crisp for the store.
You slide a jacket onto a steam form that puffs it into shape, then hand-press the lapels and collar. You inspect seams and stack finished pieces for packing. Speed and a careful eye matter.
BLS pressers, textile, garment and related materials.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
High school diploma, about 0 years after high school. High school diploma; trained on the job.
Ways in: On-the-job training. Training cost: Get paid while you train.
Shrinking (about -4% over 10 years). Shrinking with U.S. apparel production.
Medium risk in 5 years, high in 10. Steam tunnels and automated pressing replace much hand pressing in factories.
Age 16+. One way to start: Apply at apparel plants or dry cleaners; pressing is taught on the job
Classes: Sewing or fashion CTE, Family and consumer sciences.
Official data: O*NET occupation 51-6021.
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