Pleating Worker (Fabric Processing)
ぷりーつかこうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing job that uses dedicated machines to apply uniform pleats to fabric. Adjusts temperature and pressure to create beautiful, uniform folds.
Description
Pleating workers use machines and press machines to perform regular pleat processing on fabrics for apparel and interiors. Adjusts temperature, pressure, and yield according to fabric type and design to form high-precision pleats. Also responsible for quality inspections based on work standards, machine maintenance and simple upkeep, safety management, and process progress management. Understands the entire workflow from fabric receipt to finishing inspection and produces efficiently in a team.
Future Outlook
While automation of operations is progressing due to the overseas transfer of apparel manufacturing and the introduction of automation equipment, there is still high demand for personnel with special processing techniques. Prospects for maintaining market value by improving machine operation skills and quality management abilities.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Contract Employee / Factory Work / Full-time Employee / Line Work / Shift Work
Career Path
Operator → Leader → Production Management → Quality Management → Process Design
Required Skills
Compliance with Work Standards / Pleat Width and Spacing Measurement / Press Machine Operation / Quality Inspection / Temperature and Pressure Management
Recommended Skills
Basic Tool Usage / Machine Maintenance / Simple Machine Programming / Understanding of JIS Standards
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because pleat precision and uniformity are required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is needed for long hours of standing work and machine operation. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Primarily routine work, so advanced analytical thinking is not required. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Designs and processing methods are often specified, with few opportunities for original ideas. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | There is detailed measurement, but little advanced mathematical analysis. |
| Planning & Organization | Work procedures and processes are predetermined, with few opportunities for self-planning. |
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Aliases
- Pleating Artisan
- Pleating Machine Operator
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