Buttonhole Stitching Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Artisan who repairs holes and snags in knitted products using specialized machines or by hand to maintain product quality.
Description
Buttonhole stitching workers are specialists who repair holes and snags in knitted products like socks and stockings using dedicated darning machines or by hand. They identify damaged areas during product inspection, select threads in matching color and thickness, and repair the holes while reproducing the stitch pattern. After repair, they verify the finish against inspection standards to maintain delivery quality. With accumulated experience, greater precision in reproducing fine stitches and color matching is required, making patience and high attention to detail essential.
Future Outlook
Demand is declining due to advances in automation and mechanization, but skilled workers with high-quality hand repair techniques are still needed.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Factory Work / Indoor Manufacturing / Shift Work / Small Team / Standing Work
Career Path
Junior Buttonhole Stitching Worker → Senior Buttonhole Stitching Worker → Quality Control Staff → Production Management → Manufacturing Line Supervisor
Required Skills
Darning Technique / Dexterity / Pattern Reading / Thread Selection / Understanding of Quality Inspection Standards
Recommended Skills
Color Sense / Embroidery Technique / Quality Control / Sewing Machine Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High attention to detail is needed to accurately reproduce small holes and stitches. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mostly standardized repair work, so creativity is not highly required. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Work mainly follows procedures, emphasizing accuracy over initiative. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Almost no numerical work is required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly handwork with little heavy labor. |
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