Flower Mat Maker
はなむしろせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that braids wooden or paper strips used for packaging flowers and plants to manufacture flower mats (packaging mats).
Description
Flower mat makers manufacture flower mats (packaging mats) used as packaging materials for flowers and plants. They cut strips of wood or paper to size, braid them using braiding machines or by hand to form mats, and perform quality inspections and corrections to ensure product strength and uniform braiding. Finally, they package the products for shipment.
Future Outlook
While there is stable demand for flower mats as packaging materials, automation and labor-saving technologies are advancing, so skills in efficiency improvement and machine operation will be required in the future.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Factory Worker → Line Leader → Production Manager → Quality Manager → Manufacturing Engineer
Required Skills
Braiding Skills / Cutting Machine Operation / Material Properties Understanding / Quality Control
Recommended Skills
5S Kaizen / Machine Maintenance / Safety and Health Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because distortions or damage in the braiding affects product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Standing work and handling heavy materials require physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Work procedures are defined, with few major changes. |
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because the work is standardized. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is not highly required as it follows established patterns. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Only basic counting is required. |
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