Dressmaker Helper Career

*A job as a Dressmaker Helper falls under the broader career category of Sewing Machine Operators. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for Sewing Machine Operators : Operate or tend sewing machines to join, reinforce, decorate, or perform related sewing operations in the manufacture of garment or nongarment products.


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Sewing Machine Operator Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$25,830

Median Hourly Wage

$12.42*

Total Employed Nationally

139,500


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2016 wage data and 2016-2026 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2016-2026). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.