Clothing Inspector
いるいけんさこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Clothing inspectors visually inspect and use measuring instruments to check clothing and fiber products before shipping from the manufacturing process, sorting out defective products.
Description
Clothing inspectors inspect the appearance, dimensions, and finishing of completed clothing and fiber products at factories or inspection centers. They use measuring instruments such as calipers and thickness gauges to record and report defective areas. They provide feedback on inspection results to the manufacturing department to contribute to quality improvement. The work mainly involves standing, requiring attention to detail and physical stamina to perform monotonous tasks accurately.
Future Outlook
With the apparel industry's emphasis on quality and standardization, high-precision inspections are required, but routine tasks are expected to decrease due to the introduction of automated inspections using image recognition AI. Roles in quality management and process improvement utilizing specialized knowledge will become important.
Personality Traits
High Concentration / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Clothing Inspector → Inspection Leader → Quality Control Staff → Quality Control Manager
Required Skills
Dimensional Measurement / Measuring Instrument Operation / Understanding Work Procedures / Visual Inspection
Recommended Skills
Basic PC Operation / Quality Control Techniques (QC Seven Tools)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High attention to detail is required to not miss minute defects. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required to endure long hours of standing work and repetitive tasks. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because routine inspection work is the main task, creativity is not particularly required. |
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