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Cotton Ginner

A Cotton Ginner processes and grades cotton, removing debris, ensuring safety, and working as part of a team while following procedures and managing time well.

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In Australia, a full time Cotton Ginner generally earns $1,500 per week ($78,000 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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This industry has seen strong employment growth in recent years. There are currently 18,400 people working in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as a Cotton Ginner. Cotton Ginners may find work in areas of Australia where cotton processing facilities are located.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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If you’re interested in a career as a Cotton Ginner, consider enrolling in a Certificate III in Cotton Ginning. This course will prepare you for a production role at a cotton processing plant, with subjects including cotton characteristics, cotton quality, bale and mote press operations and production support tasks.

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Cotton Ginner careers

A Cotton Ginner performs a range of tasks at a cotton processing facility. You might use industry-specific machinery or manual techniques to remove debris from cotton. Cotton Ginners might grade cotton according to quality standards or get processed cotton ready for transport.

Cotton Ginners should be able to work quickly and carry out their tasks as part of a team. It’s important that you have good attention to detail and can work to correct procedures. Cotton Ginners should be safety focused and able to use a range of equipment efficiently. You’ll need to be able to follow instructions and manage your time well.