Prevailing Wage for Textile Winding, Twisting, and Drawing Out Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
The prevailing wage for Cable Operator positions covered under SOC 51-6064 is set by DOL using regional wage surveys, and the floor shifts significantly depending on where the worksite is located. Whether your offer covers a Back Winder, Drawing Operator, or Spinner role, DOL applies four experience levels to determine the minimum a sponsor must pay.
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Entry-level candidates with limited hands-on experience on winding, twisting, or drawing-out machinery. Typically no prior formal training in textile production is required. The employer provides close supervision and on-the-job instruction covering basic machine setup and operation tasks.
The most common filing level for this occupation. Workers have developed practical proficiency operating winding or twisting equipment with moderate supervision. DOL expects some prior textile machine experience and the ability to handle routine adjustments independently.
Experienced operators who troubleshoot equipment faults, adjust sliver draw ratios, and work with minimal oversight. These professionals may coordinate across production shifts and have several years of demonstrated experience with winding or twisting machine systems.
Senior or lead-level operators who set production standards, train junior staff, and make independent decisions on machine configuration. Fully competent workers at this level often take responsibility for quality control outcomes across a winding or drawing frame line.
Prevailing Wage for Textile Winding, Twisting, and Drawing Out Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders by OES area
Each shape is a DOL OES area, the unit prevailing wage is published for.
What’s an OES area?
The Department of Labor publishes prevailing wages for geographic zones called OES areas. Every U.S. county belongs to exactly one, and the wage floor applies across the whole area. A worker in Oakland gets the San Francisco metro wage, not a separate Oakland wage.
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Watch for title aliasing between SOC codes
Titles like Line Operator or CIM Operator sometimes get filed under broader production SOC codes rather than 51-6064, which can mean a different prevailing wage floor. Confirm your LCA cites the correct SOC before signing an offer.
Expect Level 2 filings from most textile mills
Textile manufacturing employers in North Carolina and Georgia metros commonly file at Level 2 for experienced machine operators. Verify your offer meets the Level 2 floor for your specific worksite city, not the national median.
Flag the wage gap between North Carolina and Boston
The prevailing wage floor in Hickory and Burlington, NC sits well below the floor in Boston or Scranton. If your offer letter lists a North Carolina worksite but your day-to-day work is elsewhere, the worksite on the LCA controls which floor applies.
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Find Jobs for Cable OperatorPrevailing Wage by Reported Job Title
DOL classifies these titles under SOC 51-6064.00 alongside Textile Winding, Twisting, and Drawing Out Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, so the same four-tier wage schedule applies to each. Tap a title to see the full breakdown.
Back Winder Prevailing Wage
Back Winder Prevailing Wage
Back Winder positions fall under SOC 51-6064.00 (Textile Winding, Twisting, and Drawing Out Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Cable Operator Prevailing Wage
Cable Operator Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Cable Operator for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 51-6064.00 (Textile Winding, Twisting, and Drawing Out Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Computer Integrated Manufacturing Operator (CIM Operator) Prevailing Wage
Computer Integrated Manufacturing Operator (CIM Operator) Prevailing Wage
Computer Integrated Manufacturing Operator (CIM Operator) is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 51-6064.00 (Textile Winding, Twisting, and Drawing Out Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders). All roles in this SOC share the same prevailing wage tiers. The level an employer files at depends on what the role requires, not which title is used.
Drawing Operator Prevailing Wage
Drawing Operator Prevailing Wage
Drawing Operator positions fall under SOC 51-6064.00 (Textile Winding, Twisting, and Drawing Out Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Line Operator Prevailing Wage
Line Operator Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Line Operator for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 51-6064.00 (Textile Winding, Twisting, and Drawing Out Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Spinner Prevailing Wage
Spinner Prevailing Wage
Spinner is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 51-6064.00 (Textile Winding, Twisting, and Drawing Out Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders). All roles in this SOC share the same prevailing wage tiers. The level an employer files at depends on what the role requires, not which title is used.
Spinning Operator Prevailing Wage
Spinning Operator Prevailing Wage
Spinning Operator positions fall under SOC 51-6064.00 (Textile Winding, Twisting, and Drawing Out Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Twister Operator Prevailing Wage
Twister Operator Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Twister Operator for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 51-6064.00 (Textile Winding, Twisting, and Drawing Out Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Winder Operator Prevailing Wage
Winder Operator Prevailing Wage
Winder Operator is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 51-6064.00 (Textile Winding, Twisting, and Drawing Out Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders). All roles in this SOC share the same prevailing wage tiers. The level an employer files at depends on what the role requires, not which title is used.
Winder Tender Prevailing Wage
Winder Tender Prevailing Wage
Winder Tender positions fall under SOC 51-6064.00 (Textile Winding, Twisting, and Drawing Out Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does DOL set the prevailing wage for Cable Operator roles?
DOL calculates prevailing wages using Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey data collected by the Bureau of Labor Statistics across metropolitan and nonmetropolitan areas. For SOC 51-6064, the agency assigns a wage to each of four experience levels in each covered area. Employers filing an LCA with OFLC must pay at least the level that matches the position's actual duties and supervision requirements.
What do the four wage levels mean and how do I know which one applies to my offer?
DOL's four levels reflect increasing experience and independence. Level 1 covers entry-level workers under close supervision. Level 2 applies to workers with functional proficiency and moderate oversight, which is the most common filing level for this occupation. Level 3 covers experienced operators working independently. Level 4 applies to senior or lead workers setting standards for others. Your level is determined by the actual duties described in your job offer, not your job title.
Why does the prevailing wage for the same Back Winder or Drawing Operator role differ so much by city?
DOL bases wage floors on regional OES surveys, which capture local labor market conditions. Textile manufacturing is concentrated in areas like North Carolina, where wage floors tend to be lower due to local supply and cost structures. Cities like Boston or New York reflect higher regional labor costs. The worksite address listed on the LCA, not your home address or employer headquarters, determines which metro's prevailing wage applies to your sponsored position.
What happens if my job offer is below the prevailing wage for a sponsored Cable Operator position?
OFLC will not certify an LCA where the offered wage falls below the applicable prevailing wage floor. Without a certified LCA, USCIS cannot approve the underlying visa petition. If an offer is below the floor, the employer must either raise the offered wage to meet the level or refile at the correct wage level before sponsorship can proceed. Accepting a position with a non-compliant wage puts both the employer and the worker at risk.
How do I find and verify the prevailing wage for a Spinner or Cable Operator role in a specific U.S. city?
You can look up the current prevailing wage for SOC 51-6064 by metropolitan area using the OFLC Wage Search tool, which reflects the most recent BLS survey data. Enter the occupation code and your worksite area to see the Level 1 through Level 4 floors. You can also review the O*NET profile for this occupation to understand how the role's duties map to each level. Migrate Mate lists employers with sponsorship history for production and machine operator roles, so you can see which companies have filed LCAs for positions like this.
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