Sewing Machine Mechanic

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What is a Sewing Machine Mechanic?   

Sewing Machine Mechanic is a person who is skilled to service, maintain and repair sewing machines and overlockers in clothing factories and, is some cases, in a private workshop, doing the same for private clients.

What does a Sewing Machine Mechanic do?

• troubleshoots and finds the problem
• takes machines apart
• corrects the problem by replacing parts or fixing old parts
• puts machines back together
• services regularly
• installs new or more up-to-date parts to sewing machines
• sets the timing
• makes sure needle is positioned correctly
• keeps records

Are you … ?

• good with your hands?
• will to do routine work?
• a person with good hand-eye co-ordination?
• responsible?
• reliable?
• able to work on your own?
• mechanically inclined?

How do I become a Sewing Machine Mechanic?

There aren’t many places you can study Sewing Machine Mechanics.

Here is one:

• APPAREL INDUSTRY TRAINING & MAINTENANCE

Offers a variety of clothing industry related mechanics training:

TRAINING:

• CLICK HERE to check for a training institution near you to see what they offer.
• Make sure you understand their entry requirements for each course.
• To avoid scams, make sure your institution is registered with the Department of Higher Education. 
• CLICK HERE to check accredited Private Higher Education Institutions. 

OTHER CAREERS TO CONSIDER:  Tool, Jig and Die Maker … or … Aircraft Mechanic

Is becoming a Sewing Machine Mechanic the right career choice for me?