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How to become textile bleaching and dyeing machine operators and tenderseducation, training, experience and the steps to enter

United States Manufacturing & Repair Confidence ★★★★★

Median annual pay
$38,180
25th–75th pct. $35,680–$45,280
Top pay (est.)
$62,500
Top 10% $48,100
Pay in 5 years
$42,300est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$46,900est.
$40,300–$54,500
Outlook score
28/100
★☆☆☆☆ Weak
AI replacement risk
54%
Moderate
Job growth (10 yr)
−12.5%
600 openings / yr

How to become textile bleaching and dyeing machine operators and tenders

Typical education
High school diploma or equivalent
BLS
Related experience
None
On-the-job training
Short-term on-the-job training

A step-by-step guide for this occupation is being prepared. The education, training and experience data above show the typical path.

Skills, education and requirements for Textile Bleaching and Dyeing Machine Operators and Tenders

Key skills

Operations Monitoring
3.8
Operation and Control
3.2
Quality Control Analysis
3.0
Active Listening
2.9
Monitoring
2.8
Speaking
2.8
Reading Comprehension
2.8
Critical Thinking
2.8

O*NET skill level ratings (0–7).

Key knowledge areas

Production and Processing
3.4
Education and Training
2.6
Mechanical
2.3
Customer and Personal Service
2.2
Public Safety and Security
2.1
Mathematics
2.0
Chemistry
1.6
English Language
1.6

What the work involves

Handling and Moving ObjectsControlling Machines and ProcessesInspecting Equipment, Structures, or MaterialsMaking Decisions and Solving ProblemsMonitoring Processes, Materials, or SurroundingsUpdating and Using Relevant KnowledgeCommunicating with Supervisors, Peers, or SubordinatesProcessing Information

Important abilities

Control PrecisionReaction TimeArm-Hand SteadinessNear VisionManual DexterityPerceptual Speed

Education of workers

High school diploma
56%
Less than high school
35%
Associate's degree
6%
Some college
2%

Training before entry

Up to 1 month
32%
None / short demo
28%
3–6 months
27%
1–2 years
8%
1–3 months
5%

Related work experience

None
48%
1–3 months
16%
3–6 months
13%
6–12 months
8%
Up to 1 month
8%
2–4 years
6%

Job Zone 2 — some preparation needed (O*NET)

Difficulty of entry: ★☆☆☆☆ Easy to enter (from education, training, experience and Job Zone)

Career path and how to earn more as textile bleaching and dyeing machine operators and tenders

Career-path guidance is being prepared. Pay by percentile is shown in the Pay section.

Pay and employment figures are national statistics. Projected pay, outlook scores and AI replacement risk are estimates from the Shigoto Zukan model, not guarantees. To request a correction, use the contact form. How to read the data
Sources: BLS OEWS May 2025; BLS Employment Projections 2025–35; O*NET 31.0 Database by USDOL/ETA (CC BY 4.0), modified by Shigoto Zukan. Pay ranges, projections and scores are Shigoto Zukan estimates.