Sewing Machine Operator (SMO)

A Sewing Machine Operator (SMO) also known as Stitcher or Machinist is one who sews apparel and textile components. An SMO works on industrial machines to assemble garments and hence plays an inevitable role in Apparel and Textile Industries.

SMO is a short-term training programme which emphasises on preparing professionals to handle various industrial machines to sew a variety of fabrics as per industry standards.

Benefits: –

• Blended learning adopting safe and industry accepted standards
• Placement-linked programme to assure career growth
• Joint Certification from National Skill Development Council, Apparel Made Ups and Home Furnishing Sector Skill Council, and Learnet Skills

• Carry out stitching activities using machine or by hand 
• Understanding the sewing machine, its adjustments, operation and maintenance
• Types of Fabrics and Garment Basics
• Shirt and Trouser Components: Types and Construction 
• Contribute to achieve product quality in stitching operations 
• Defects, Causes and Remedies 
• Carrying out Alterations 
• Maintain work area, tools and machines
• Cleaning different parts of sewing machine
• Maintaining the sewing machine and troubleshooting common problems
• Handling tools and equipment safely and correctly
• Maintain health, safety and security at workplace
• Handling and moving waste as per industry norms
• Following industry norms for health and safety
• Identifying, minimising and reporting hazards and risks
• Comply with industry, regulatory and organizational requirements
• Code of ethics and code of conduct
• Organizational guidelines and procedures

• Use of multimedia content for better understanding
• Major focus on hands on skills
• Training delivered by professional & experienced mentors from Apparel Sector
• Additional training on English & Soft skills

• Anyone with good vision, eye hand coordination, motor skills and creativity to sew and stitch
• Minimum eligibility criteria – Preferably Class V
• Minimum Job Entry Age – 18 years