Leather Skiving Worker
せいかくうらそぎこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
One of the leather manufacturing processes, a specialist occupation that skives the back surface of leather to make the thickness uniform.
Description
Leather skiving workers thinly shave the back surface of tanned leather by hand or with dedicated machinery to uniform the thickness. Thickness adjustment achieves product lightweighting and improved flexibility, significantly affecting the quality of bags, shoes, and more. Delicate work using blades or machines is required, with adjustments needed based on the leather's condition and type. While preserving traditional hand techniques, they maintain stable processing precision and are active in mass production lines or small workshops.
Future Outlook
Although Japan's leather manufacturing industry is in decline, stable demand is expected in niche markets for small workshops and luxury brands due to the high value-added nature of leather products and the need to inherit traditional techniques.
Personality Traits
Dexterous hands and good at detailed work / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Career Path
Apprentice → Leather Skiving Worker → Skilled Worker → Group Leader/Supervisor → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Blade Maintenance / Leather Thickness Measurement / Quality Inspection / Skiving Technique
Recommended Skills
Machine Maintenance (Basic) / Production Line Basics / Safety and Health Management / Understanding of Leather Material Characteristics
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because subtle differences in thickness directly impact product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it involves prolonged standing work or maintaining the same posture. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because procedures are routine and advanced analytical thinking is not required. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because accuracy is valued more than creative thinking. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because the primary task is to accurately perform work according to instructions. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because thickness measurement relies mainly on visual inspection or simple gauges, with no need for advanced mathematical analysis. |
| Planning & Organization | Because work plans are often directed by superiors. |
Related Qualifications
- Leather Product Manufacturing Skills Proficiency
Aliases
- Leather Back Skiver
Related Jobs
- Leather Processor
- Leather Tanner
- Leather Worker