Clothes rack (ikou) assembler (wooden)
いこうくみたてこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing job that assembles parts of wooden clothes racks (kimono hangers). Completes products by combining traditional techniques and machine processing.
Description
Clothes rack assembler (wooden) is a specialist who assembles parts of the wooden frame called clothes rack for hanging kimono, performs joining, polishing, and finishing. Confirms precision between parts while assembling using fittings or wooden pegs, and finishes into the final shape. Scale and methods vary from workshops preserving traditional techniques to mass production factories, but fine adjustments and manual work are required.
Future Outlook
With declining birthrate and aging population, the decrease in woodworkers is progressing, and securing personnel with traditional skills such as clothes rack assemblers is an issue. On the other hand, introduction of automation technology is advancing, requiring hybrid skills combining machine operation and traditional techniques.
Personality Traits
Dexterous hands and good at fine work / High concentration / Meticulous
Work Style
Factory work / Full-time / Making workshop / Manufacturing line
Career Path
Apprentice clothes rack assembler → Clothes rack assembler → Woodworking team leader → Quality manager → Manufacturing manager
Required Skills
Assembly jig usage / Dimensional inspection / Joining technology / Tool operation
Recommended Skills
CAD drawing comprehension / Polishing finishing technology / Traditional woodworking techniques / Woodworking machine operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | because the precision of parts and absence of gaps directly affect product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | because it involves prolonged standing work and manual labor. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | because it mainly involves giving instructions to machines and there is little interpersonal communication. |
| Creativity & Ideation | because although there is ingenuity in product shapes and designs, it mainly follows established designs. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | because it requires almost no quantity calculations or complex mathematical analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- Woodworking skills technician
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