Knit Product Inspector
にっとせいひんけんさこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that inspects the appearance and dimensions of knit products using visual checks and measuring instruments, and sorts out defective products.
Description
Knit product inspectors inspect knit products such as sweaters and cut-and-sew items on the factory line or at the finishing stage, checking for defects like knitting irregularities, dirt, pilling, and dimensional deviations using visual inspection and measuring tools such as calipers. They sort out defective products, report or remove products that do not meet quality standards, thereby maintaining the quality of shipped products. They may also create inspection records and provide feedback on improvement points to the process management department.
Future Outlook
While automation technology is advancing, manual visual inspection is expected to remain important for detecting minute defects.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Inspector (Junior) → Inspection Leader → Quality Control Staff → Quality Management Manager
Required Skills
Defective Product Judgment / Dimensional Measurement / Understanding Inspection Standards / Visual Inspection
Recommended Skills
Knowledge of Fiber Materials / Quality Management Basics / Record Management / Sewing
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because precision is required to not miss small knitting defects or dirt. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it involves long hours of standing work or inspection in the same posture. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because creative thinking is not particularly required. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because work is performed according to instructions, the degree of initiative is low. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced calculations are few. |
| Planning & Organization | Because it involves following predetermined procedures rather than detailed process design. |
Related Qualifications
- QC Certification (Quality Management Certification)
Aliases
- Knit Inspector
- Knitted Fabric Inspector
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