Press Operator (Fabric Finishing)
ぷれすこう（しょくふしあげ）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing job that performs finishing processes on woven fabric products using a press machine.
Description
Press Operators (Fabric Finishing) apply a press machine to fabric after weaving, using steam or heat to remove wrinkles and smooth the fabric surface. The process involves properly adjusting temperature and humidity, setting pressure, while maintaining product quality standards. Work is often performed as line production, following set procedures to load fabric into the machine and inspect the finish. Attention is given to safety and hygiene management, including daily machine inspections, cleaning, and simple maintenance.
Future Outlook
Due to overseas production transfers by apparel manufacturers and advances in automation, job demand is declining. There is steady demand for personnel skilled in advanced quality control and value-added processing techniques.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Press Operator → Finishing Work Leader → Process Manager → Production Manager → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Fabric Handling / Machine Maintenance / Press Machine Operation / Quality Inspection
Recommended Skills
Quality Control Techniques / Safety and Hygiene Management / Temperature and Humidity Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to detect fine wrinkles that affect finishing quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy fabrics. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because it involves standardized tasks. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because work is performed based on instructions. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because work procedures are fixed with little variation. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because the work mainly involves simple calculations. |
| Planning & Organization | Mainly focused on task execution rather than planning. |
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