Socks Knitting Machine Adjuster
くつしたあみきちょうせいこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation involves operating, setting up, and adjusting knitting machines that produce socks to maintain product quality.
Description
Sock knitting machine adjusters assemble, set up, and adjust knitting machines in sock manufacturing lines, detect defective products during production, and optimize machine parameters. They investigate the causes of machine troubles and perform maintenance such as part replacements and lubrication. They check the knitting stitches and sizes of products and make fine adjustments to meet quality standards. They may also propose improvements to work procedures to enhance production efficiency.
Future Outlook
As automation of knitting machines and utilization of IoT progress, advanced maintenance and adjustment skills will be required. Meanwhile, domestic sock manufacturing maintains stable demand, and the need for skilled technicians is expected to continue.
Personality Traits
High Concentration / Interest or Concern in Machines / Meticulous
Work Style
Factory Work / Manufacturing Line / Shift System / Shift Work
Career Path
Knitting Machine Operator → Sock Knitting Machine Adjuster → Production Engineering Engineer → Line Leader → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Basic Machine Maintenance Knowledge / Knitting Machine Adjustment / Mechatronics Basics / Quality Control / Reading Drawings and Specifications
Recommended Skills
Advanced Machine Maintenance / IoT Smart Factory / Reading and Writing Knitting Patterns
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary not to miss fine knitting stitches or machine setup errors. |
| Problem Solving | Because the ability to quickly identify and correct machine troubles or causes of quality defects is required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly involves adjusting existing machines, so new ideas are not particularly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Knitted Goods Manufacturing Skills Expert
Aliases
- Knitting Machine Adjuster
- Socks Knitting Machine Operator
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