Stitcher Worker (Corrugated Box Manufacturing)
すてっちゃーこう（だんぼーるばこせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing work that bonds corrugated board sheets using a stitching machine and assembles them into box shapes.
Description
Stitcher workers set corrugated board sheets into dedicated stitching machines and bond them with staples or glue to assemble box shapes. The tasks include machine operation and adjustment, material handling, and checking the dimensions and bonding quality of finished products. They are also responsible for machine cleaning, simple maintenance, and safety and health management, contributing to line production. Accurate work and stable productivity are required.
Future Outlook
Due to the growth of e-commerce, demand for corrugated boxes is on an upward trend. With advancing automation and IoT, demand for technicians skilled in high-value-added processing is expected to increase.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Detail-oriented / High concentration / Physically fit
Work Style
Career Path
Line Operator → Position Leader → Production Line Supervisor → Factory Production Manager
Required Skills
Corrugated Board Material Handling / Machine Cleaning and Maintenance / Quality Inspection / Safety and Health Knowledge / Stitching Machine Operation
Recommended Skills
Forklift Operation / Machine Maintenance / Mechatronics Knowledge / Quality Control Techniques (QC)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to accurately align dimensions and bonding positions. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to frequent handling and transport of cardboard and products, and long hours of standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | The work is mainly routine and does not require complex logical thinking. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Procedures are fixed, and creative thinking is hardly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | There is measurement involved, but advanced mathematical analysis is hardly needed. |
Aliases
- Stitcher
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