Leather Product Sewing Worker (Leather Clothing Manufacturing)
かわせいひんほうせいこう（かわせいひんいふくせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job that cuts and sews leather clothing products from cutting to sewing using sewing machines or hand sewing.
Description
Leather product sewing workers specialize in cutting, sewing, and assembling leather clothing. Considering the unique thickness and elasticity of leather, they use not only machine sewing but also hand sewing and special sewing machines to finish products. They handle everything from pattern making and cutting to trimming and finishing after sewing, requiring high sewing precision. They work with various materials from thick to thin leather to manufacture leather items for clothing such as jackets, bags, and gloves.
Future Outlook
In the high-end leather products market, hand-sewing techniques are valued, and artisan demand is expected to remain stable. Amid advancing automation, workshops handling custom-made and small-lot production are increasing, and integration with digital technologies like CAD pattern design will enhance competitiveness.
Personality Traits
Dexterous with hands and good at detailed work / High concentration / Meticulous
Work Style
Contract Employee / Freelance Independent / Full-time Employee / OEM / Workshop Employment
Career Path
Assistant Sewing Worker → Leather Product Sewing Worker → Senior Sewing Worker → Factory Manager / Production Management → Independent / Workshop Management
Required Skills
Advanced Hand Sewing Techniques / Leather Cutting / Leather Sewing Machine Operation / Pattern Making / Sewing Finishing Techniques
Recommended Skills
CAD Pattern Creation / Process Management / Quality Control / Sketching and Design Basics
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because leather is difficult to resew, requiring high accuracy. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires physical stamina due to standing work and handling heavy leather. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Only dimension management is needed; no advanced numerical analysis required. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Mainly individual work, with little large-scale team collaboration. |
Related Qualifications
- Leather Product Manufacturing Technician
Aliases
- Leather Apparel Sewing Artisan
- Leather Craft Artisan
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- Bag Sewing Worker
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