A professional who operates machine to stitch twine through broom fibers to strengthen and shape body of broom. Responsibilities include:

• Inserts and tightens jaws in vise that holds broom for stitching.
• Attaches ratchet and turns lever to set number, rows, and length of stitches.
• Inserts and clamps brush end of broom in vise.
• Cuts specified length of twine for each course, using knife.
• Wraps twine around broom and pulls one end between fibers, using hook, and threads other end through needle.
• Pushes vise into stitcher and starts machine to stitch fibers.
• May buckle leather strap around broom to hold it during stitching.