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Resume skills guide · SOC 51-6021

Skills for Pressers, Textile, Garment, and Related Materials

The skills, knowledge, and tools that matter most for pressers, textile, garment, and related materials, ranked by O*NET importance — so you know what to lead with on your resume.

What to lead with

Refit analysis ·O*NET rates Critical Thinking, Monitoring, Speaking as the highest-importance skills here — so a resume aimed at this role should lead with evidence of those, not a generic skills list.

Top skills (ranked by importance)

O*NET importance score in parentheses (1–5).

  • 1.Critical Thinking2.5
  • 2.Monitoring2.38
  • 3.Speaking2.12
  • 4.Active Learning2.12
  • 5.Reading Comprehension2
  • 6.Active Listening2
  • 7.Writing1.75
  • 8.Learning Strategies1.75
  • 9.Mathematics1.62
  • 10.Science1

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Knowledge areas

  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Production and Processing
  • English Language
  • Public Safety and Security
  • Education and Training
  • Administration and Management
  • Sales and Marketing
  • Mathematics

Core work activities

  • Controlling Machines and Processes
  • Performing General Physical Activities
  • Handling and Moving Objects
  • Getting Information
  • Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials
  • Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
  • Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
  • Scheduling Work and Activities
  • Assisting and Caring for Others
  • Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings

In-demand tools & technology

  • Email software
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Word