Leather Manufacturing Worker (Artificial Leather Manufacturing)
れざーせいぞうこう（ぎかくせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that consistently handles from mixing raw materials for synthetic leather (faux leather) to coating, drying, and surface finishing, ensuring product quality.
Description
Leather Manufacturing Worker (Artificial Leather Manufacturing) is a profession that manufactures synthetic leather by applying resin and pigments to woven or non-woven fabrics as base materials through processes such as foaming, calendering, embossing, and dyeing. Following production plans, they operate machinery, manage temperature and pressure, adjust mixing ratios, and conduct quality inspections to prevent variations in texture or dyeing for each product. They also engage in equipment maintenance, process improvements, safety and health management, and recently, development of environmentally friendly materials and functional materials.
Future Outlook
The synthetic leather market is expected to have stable demand in automotive interiors, furniture, and fashion applications. Amid advancing development of environmentally friendly materials, the introduction of labor-saving and automation technologies is expected to accelerate.
Personality Traits
Ambitious / Attentive / Dexterous with hands and good at detailed work / Persistent
Work Style
Contract Employee / Factory Employment / Full-time Employee / Night Shift / Shift Work
Career Path
Site Worker → Line Leader → Factory Manager → Production Technology Engineer → Quality Control Manager
Required Skills
Coating Equipment Operation / Drying Management / Machine Maintenance / Quality Inspection / Resin and Pigment Mixing and Blending
Recommended Skills
Basic Materials Engineering Knowledge / CAD / Production Technology / Safety and Health Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To prevent fine texture variations and color unevenness. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because acquiring new materials and processing techniques is required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because standing work and material handling at manufacturing sites require physical stamina. |
| Problem Solving | To identify the causes of defects occurring in the manufacturing process. |
Related Qualifications
- Leather Goods Manufacturing Technician
- Synthetic Leather Manufacturing Certification
Aliases
- Artificial Leather Manufacturing Worker
- Faux Leather Manufacturing Worker
- Synthetic Leather Manufacturing Worker
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