Factory Floor Clerk
こうじょうげんばじむいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Clerical Occupations
- Middle : Production-Related Clerical Occupations
- Minor : Production Site Clerks
Summary
This occupation involves clerical work related to production within factories, handling production schedule management, materials ordering, inventory management, data entry, and creation of various documents. It collaborates with on-site staff and various departments to support the smooth operation of the production line.
Description
Factory floor clerks handle the administrative tasks necessary for the operation of manufacturing lines. They perform tasks such as input and management of production schedules, materials ordering, monitoring of inventory status, creation of various forms and reports, and coordination with on-site staff. They use systems like Excel and ERP, requiring accurate data management and prompt communication. They collaborate with various departments within the factory and partner companies to support uninterrupted operation of the production line. In the future, career paths into fields such as production control and quality control are available.
Future Outlook
With the advancement of factory digital transformation (DX) and ERP implementation, the demand for clerks with data analysis and system operation skills is expected to increase.
Personality Traits
Able to Respond Flexibly / Good Team Player / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Office Work / Overtime Available / Shift Work / Uniform Provided
Career Path
Factory Floor Clerk → Production Control Assistant → Production Control Staff → Production Planning Staff → Production Control Leader/Manager
Required Skills
Basic PC Operation / Data Entry / Inventory Management System Operation / Schedule Management
Recommended Skills
Bookkeeping Knowledge / Business Document Creation / Communication Tool Utilization / ERP Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because input errors or document deficiencies can lead to production stoppages. |
| Communication Skills | Because close collaboration with the site and other departments is required. |
| Planning & Organization | Because management skills for production schedules and material arrangements are important. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because there are many situations involving collaboration with teams and the site. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because there are many routine tasks and high-level creativity is not particularly needed. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it is mainly desk work. |
Related Qualifications
- Japan Chamber of Commerce Bookkeeping Level 3
- Microsoft Office Specialist
Aliases
- Factory Clerk
- Manufacturing Site Clerk
Related Jobs
- Logistics Clerk
- Materials Procurement Clerk
- Production Control Clerk
- Quality Control Clerk