Will “Hand Finisher” be Replaced By Robots? 🤔

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“Hand Finisher” will certainly be replaced by robots.

This job is ranked #700 out of #702. A higher ranking (i.e., a lower number) means the job is less likely to be replaced.

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Sew, join, reinforce, or finish, usually with needle and thread, a variety of manufactured items. Includes weavers and stitchers.

☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Sewers, Hand”.

Sew buttonholes, or add lace or other trimming.
Fold, twist, stretch, or drape material, and secure articles in preparation for sewing.
Use different sewing techniques such as felling, tacking, basting, embroidery, and fagoting.
Attach trimmings and labels to articles with cement, using brushes or cement guns.
Select thread, twine, cord, or yarn to be used, and thread needles.
Tie, knit, weave or knot ribbon, yarn, or decorative materials.
Smooth seams with heated irons, flat bones, or rubbing sticks.
Draw and cut patterns according to specifications.
Wax thread by drawing it through a ball of wax.
Trim excess threads or edges of parts, using scissors or knives.
Sew, join, reinforce, or finish parts of articles, such as garments, books, mattresses, toys, and wigs, using needles and thread or other materials.
Measure and align parts, fasteners, or trimmings, following seams, edges, or markings on parts.
Soften leather or shoe material with water to prepare it for sewing.