A professional who instructs workers in operation of textile machines and in product inspection techniques, using knowledge of machines and processes. Responsibilities include:

• Plans training schedule to ensure workers achieve standard production in specified time.
• Demonstrates methods of threading and operating machines, examining product for defects, and grading product according to quality standards.
• Evaluates worker performances to ensure achievement of production standards and maintains progress reports.
• Observes machines to detect operation malfunctions and notifies designated personnel.
• May be designated according to specialty as knitting instructor; looping instructor; product inspection instructor; creeler instructor; warper instructor.