Leather Joiner
ひかくせつごうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A leather joiner is a skilled worker who joins leather components using adhesives or stitching when manufacturing leather products such as shoes and bags. They apply adhesive, align components, and finish with pressing or hand sewing to ensure the product's strength and appearance.
Description
A leather joiner is a specialist who assembles leather products such as shoes, bags, belts, and wallets by bonding leather components with adhesives or sewing them together using sewing machines or hand stitching. The work process includes selecting the type and amount of adhesive, applying it evenly, adjusting the position of components, pressing with a press machine, hand sewing or machine sewing, and finishing polishing. They also handle quality control and simple equipment maintenance, playing a crucial role in the strength and appearance of the products.
Future Outlook
While production bases are shifting overseas due to competition with low-priced foreign products, demand for domestic craftsmen is expected to continue for high-value-added leather products. Succession of skills and focus on high-quality products will be key.
Personality Traits
Dexterous Hands Skilled in Fine Work / High Concentration / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Factory Work / Home-based Work / OEM Manufacturing / Own Factory / Shift Work
Career Path
Junior Leather Joiner → Senior Leather Joiner → Leather Product Artisan → Line Leader → Quality Control Staff → Independent Leather Workshop Owner
Required Skills
Adhesive Handling / Hand Sewing Technique / Leather Sewing Machine Operation / Pattern Reading / Press Machine Operation
Recommended Skills
Finishing Processing / Knowledge of Leather Materials / Machine Maintenance / Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because misalignment of leather components or uneven adhesion directly affects quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required to endure long hours of standing work and repetitive tasks. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because it specializes in joining existing components rather than design. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because it does not require quantity calculations or complex mathematical analysis. |
Aliases
- Leather Joiner
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