Timekeeper (Factory)
たいむきーぱー（こうじょう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Clerical Occupations
- Middle : Production-Related Clerical Occupations
- Minor : Production Site Clerks
Summary
A clerical position in the factory production site that accurately records and manages employees' clock in/out and working hours, aggregates attendance data, and reports it.
Description
The Timekeeper (Factory) records and manages employees' clock in/out times and working hours within the factory, accurately aggregating data using attendance management systems or time cards. The aggregated attendance data serves as basic materials for payroll calculations and shift management, so tasks are performed carefully without errors, and reports are created monthly or by due dates. In sites with multiple work patterns, they also manage shifts and aggregate overtime and leave, collaborating with HR and labor departments to support working hours management.
Future Outlook
With advancing factory digitalization and IoT implementation, adoption of attendance management systems and cloud services is increasing. Task expansion is expected from simple aggregation to data analysis and system operations management.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Steady and persistent type / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Timekeeper (Factory) → Factory Clerk → HR and Labor → Labor Management Staff → Factory Management Position
Required Skills
Attendance Management System Operation / Basic PC Operation / Data Entry / Excel (Advanced)
Recommended Skills
Access/VBA (Automation) / Accounting and Labor Knowledge / Communication Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because errors in attendance data affect payroll calculations. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Accurate aggregation and calculation of time data is required. |
| Planning & Organization | To organize and accurately manage multiple shifts and time stamping data. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because there are many tasks following predetermined procedures. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Primarily desk work. |
Related Qualifications
- Japanese Chamber of Commerce PC Proficiency Test (Document Creation and Data Utilization)
- MOS: Excel
Aliases
- Attendance Management Clerk
- Clock In/Out Management Staff
Related Jobs
- Factory Clerk
- HR and Labor
- Labor Management Staff
- Production Control Staff
- Quality Control Staff