Footwear Inspector
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that inspects the appearance, dimensions, etc., of footwear manufactured in the shoemaking process and determines whether it meets quality standards.
Description
Footwear inspectors inspect completed footwear on the factory production line using visual checks and measuring instruments, checking for scratches, dirt, dimensional deviations, adhesive defects, etc. Defective products are removed based on standards, and inspection results are recorded. They accurately understand the specified inspection standards and work procedures, and contribute to quality improvement in collaboration with the quality control and production departments.
Future Outlook
Although manual inspection is on a decreasing trend due to automation in manufacturing and advances in AI inspection technology, demand for specialized quality control personnel is expected to be maintained to a certain extent.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Constant standing work / Factory work / Shift work / Team work
Career Path
Inspector → Quality Control Engineer → Quality Control Manager → Production Manager
Required Skills
Defective Product Judgment / Dimensional Measurement / Inspection Record Creation / Visual Inspection
Recommended Skills
Basic PC Operation / Basic Quality Control Knowledge / JIS Standards Understanding / QC Techniques
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required to not miss minute scratches or defects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is not particularly needed due to standardized inspection work. |
| Planning & Organization | Planning ability is low because the work content is predetermined based on instructions. |
Aliases
- Shoe Inspector
- Shoes Inspector
Related Jobs
- Certified Shoemaking Technician
- Product Inspector
- Quality Control Engineer
- Shoemaker