Knit Seamer
メリヤスかがりこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing job specializing in the seaming (edge seaming and joining) process of knitwear (knit) products. Responsible for operating and adjusting linking knitting machines, quality inspection, and finishing.
Description
Knit seamers handle the final finishing process of knit products, operating linking knitting machines (link machines) to perform edge seaming and joining of products. While performing machine setup, tension adjustment, yarn changes, and simple maintenance, they inspect to prevent defective products and send them to the next process or shipping. Line work is common, requiring high attention to detail and manual dexterity.
Future Outlook
The domestic knit product manufacturing industry has seen a declining number of workers due to the shift to overseas production. However, demand for finishing processes requiring high-value-added products and specialized skills is expected to continue to some extent.
Personality Traits
Dexterous hands, good at fine work / High concentration / Meticulous
Work Style
Contract Worker / Factory Work / Full-time Employee / Night Shift / Shift Work / Temporary Staff
Career Path
Line Operator → Senior Knit Seamer → Quality Control → Manufacturing Management
Required Skills
Inspection Skills / Linking Knitting Machine Operation / Machine Operation / Yarn Knowledge
Recommended Skills
Basic Machine Maintenance / Quality Control / Safety and Health Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because attention is needed to detect small skipped stitches or discover defective products. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because the work processes are standardized and creativity is not particularly required. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because work procedures are manualized and there is little need for proactive judgment. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because only measuring quantities and sizes is needed, and advanced mathematical analysis is not required. |
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