Personal Goods Sewing Machine Operator

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Industry & Occupation

Engineering & Manufacturing

Classification

Summary

This occupation involves using sewing machines for cutting, sewing, and finishing in the manufacturing process of personal goods (bags, hats, wallets, etc.).

Description

Personal goods sewing machine operators sew pre-cut fabrics together using sewing machines, apply stitches, attach linings, and perform finishing processes when manufacturing small items such as bags, hats, and wallets. Following specifications, they handle accurate sewing techniques and quality inspections, repair defective products, and propose process improvements. Understanding of fiber materials and sewing machine characteristics, as well as attention to detail, is required.

Future Outlook

While automation in mass production advances, demand for manual sewing in custom orders and high-value-added products is expected to persist.

Personality Traits

Dexterous with hands and skilled in detailed work / High concentration / Meticulous

Work Style

Factory Work / Line Production / Part-time/Alba / Shift Work

Career Path

Line Operator → Team Leader → Quality Control → Production Management → Factory Manager

Required Skills

Fabric Cutting / Finishing Processes / Quality Inspection / Sewing Machine Operation / Sewing Techniques

Recommended Skills

Hand Sewing Techniques / Pattern Making / Sewing CAD (Basic Operation)

Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)

Item Description
Attention to Detail & Accuracy Because misalignment of fine stitches affects product quality.
Physical Stamina & Endurance Because standing work and long hours of sewing machine operation require physical stamina.

Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)

Item Description
Numerical & Quantitative Analysis Because numerical analysis is hardly required.

Related Qualifications

  • Skills Test (Dressmaking)

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  • Apparel Sewing Worker
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