Occupational Certificate: Man-made Fibre Extrusion Machine Operator
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This occupational qualification is focused on operating machinery used to extrude man-made fibres within the manufacturing and assembly sector. It is positioned at NQF Level 2 and carries 180 credits.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in entry-level production work involving man-made fibre manufacturing machinery may consider this qualification, subject to the provider’s published admission requirements and the qualification’s current status.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support pathways towards roles such as Fibre Preparation Production Machine Operator and Man-made Fibre Production Machine Operator. These relationships indicate occupational relevance, not guaranteed employment, appointment or career entry.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Operating man-made fibre extrusion production machinery
- Supporting fibre manufacturing production operations
- Working in a manufacturing and assembly environment
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Occupational Certificate: Man-made Fibre Extrusion Machine Operator
- SAQA ID
- 103146
- NQF sub-framework
- OQSF
- NQF level
- 2
- Minimum credits
- 180
- Field
- 6
- Subfield
- Manufacturing and Assembly
- Originator
- DQP FPMSET
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2023-09-12
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status, as the available record shows a registration-end snapshot of 12 September 2023 and does not confirm current status.
- Check that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Confirm the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about the assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace-based requirements.
- Compare the qualification details shown by the provider with the official SAQA record before making payment or enrolling.