Canvas Cutting Worker (Hou)
かんばすほうさいこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that cuts and sews thick fabrics such as canvas to manufacture products like tents, sheets, and bags.
Description
Canvas cutting workers handle thick fiber products such as canvas and canvas cloth, accurately cutting the fabric to match product shapes, and performing sewing, reinforcement, and finishing using sewing machines or hand sewing. They are involved in a series of processes from selecting fabrics suitable for uses such as tents, sheets, sails, and bags, confirming cutting patterns, operating sewing lines, checking seam strength, and processing edges. High attention to detail, physical stamina, and sewing skills are required.
Future Outlook
Although the domestic textile product manufacturing industry is shrinking, there is a certain demand for made-to-order and high-value-added canvas products, making the training of specialized technicians and skill succession a challenge. Productivity improvements may progress through the introduction of CAD and automatic cutting machines.
Personality Traits
Dexterous with hands and good at detailed work / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Career Path
Junior Cutting Worker → Senior Cutting Worker → Line Leader → Process Manager → Production Manager
Required Skills
Cutting Skills / Finishing Processing Skills / Industrial Sewing Machine Operation / Sewing Skills
Recommended Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Required for accurate dimensional cutting |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to handling heavy fabrics and prolonged standing work |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly based on existing designs, with little need for new design ideas |
Aliases
- Canvas Cloth Cutter
- Canvas Cutter
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