Leather Product Sewing Worker (Excluding Shoes, Bags, Clothing, Sports Equipment)
かわせいひんほうせいこう（くつ・ふくろもの・いふく・うんどうぐをのぞく）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialized occupation that manufactures leather small items such as wallets and belts, from cutting to sewing and finishing leather products.
Description
Leather product sewing workers manufacture leather small items such as wallets, belts, and accessories, excluding shoes, bags, clothing, and sports equipment. They first cut leather materials based on patterns or dimension drawings, then sew using sewing machines or hand sewing. They also handle processes such as manual adjustments, edge finishing, and dyeing to ensure sewing strength and beautiful finishes. They perform quality control, inventory management, machine maintenance, and contribute to improving manufacturing line efficiency.
Future Outlook
While steady demand will continue centered on domestic handmade and high-value-added markets, mass production sectors are declining due to overseas production and automation technology adoption. Advanced handcraft skills and design enhancements will serve as key differentiation factors.
Personality Traits
Dexterous with hands and good at detailed work / High concentration / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Career Path
Apprentice Sewing Worker → Leather Product Sewing Worker → Skilled Sewing Worker → Leader/Line Manager → Self-employed/Independent
Required Skills
Hand Sewing Technique / Industrial Sewing Machine Operation / Leather Cutting Technique / Pattern Reading
Recommended Skills
CAD Pattern Creation / Dyeing Process Technique / Quality Control / Sewing Machine Maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because fine sewing and dimensional accuracy directly affect quality. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced mathematical analysis is rarely required. |
Related Qualifications
- Leather Product Manufacturing Technician
Aliases
- Leather Craft Sewing Worker
- Leather Sewer
- Leather Sewing Worker
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