Fabric Toy Maker
ぬのせいがんぐせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that manufactures fabric toys using materials such as fabric and stuffing, by cutting, sewing, assembling, and finishing based on patterns.
Description
Fabric toy makers use patterns to cut fabric, sew each part with sewing machines or hand sewing, insert cotton or synthetic stuffing to shape them, then apply decorations such as embroidery or attaching parts, and finally perform inspection and packaging. From mass production lines to handmade small-lot production, they carry out processes while ensuring product quality and safety.
Future Outlook
Domestic production is challenging due to price reductions, but there is steady demand for high-value-added products utilizing craftsmanship. With advancing automation and multi-skilling, skills leveraging quality control and digital technology are required.
Personality Traits
Able to pay attention to details / Dexterous with hands and skilled in fine work / Has cooperativeness / Patient
Work Style
Contract Worker / Factory Work / Line Production / Part-time Available / Shift Work
Career Path
Fabric Toy Maker (Apprentice) → Fabric Toy Maker (Skilled) → Line Leader or Group Leader → Production Management Staff → Manufacturing Department Manager
Required Skills
Pattern Cutting / Quality Inspection / Sewing Machine Operation / Sewing Skills
Recommended Skills
Embroidery Printing Skills / Handling of Cushioning Materials / Material Properties Knowledge / Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because small parts or irregularities in seams directly affect quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to prolonged standing work and repetitive tasks. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Since design is handled by a specialized department, accurate reproduction is required more than creativity. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Dimension and quantity management are simple, so advanced mathematical skills are not required. |
Aliases
- Fabric Toy Maker
- Stuffed Toy Maker
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