Leather Slipper Manufacturing Worker
ひかくスリッパせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Artisan who manufactures slippers using leather. Handles cutting, sewing, assembly, and finishing consistently.
Description
Leather slipper manufacturing workers select leather as raw material and handle all processes of slipper production, including cutting, sewing, sole adhesion, edge finishing, and lining. Skills are required to shape products and maintain quality using handwork, sewing machines, and specialized tools. They work not only on mass production lines but also in made-to-order small-batch multi-variety production and workshop handcraft.
Future Outlook
Although manufacturing numbers are declining due to competition with cheap imported products, demand for high-value handmade leather slippers and custom orders continues. Succession of skills and protection of traditional techniques are challenges.
Personality Traits
Able to pay attention to details / Dexterous hands and good at detailed work / Patient
Work Style
Line Production / Order Production / Small Batch Multi-Variety Production / Workshop Employment
Career Path
Manufacturing Leader → Quality Control Staff → Factory Manager → Independent Business
Required Skills
Finishing Processing Technique / Leather Cutting Technique / Sewing Technique / Sole Attachment Technique / Tool Usage
Recommended Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because the quality of fine finishing determines the product value. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is a lot of standing work and manual labor, requiring physical strength. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced mathematical calculations are few in the manufacturing process. |
Aliases
- Leather Slipper Artisan
- Leather Slipper Manufacturing Worker
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