Repair Worker (Textile Manufacturing)
ほしゅうこう（しょくもつせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that inspects and repairs fraying or tears in fiber products occurring during the textile manufacturing process to maintain product quality.
Description
Repair Workers (Textile Manufacturing) conduct visual and magnified inspections on fabrics and final products before and after they come off the loom, repairing defects such as fraying, tears, and stains. They recreate the original weave pattern using hand sewing, machine repairs, or weaving in colored threads to restore the product's durability and appearance. The work requires adherence to quality standards and high attention to detail, handling everything from small-lot repairs to off-line repairs for mass-produced items.
Future Outlook
While the domestic textile industry continues its shrinking trend, demand for high-value-added products and specialized repair services is expected to remain stable.
Personality Traits
Dexterous hands and skilled at detailed work / High concentration / Patient
Work Style
Career Path
Trainee Worker → Repair Worker → Leader (Line Management) → Quality Control Staff → Process Management / Factory Manager
Required Skills
Hand-sewing repair techniques / Understanding of fiber properties / Visual inspection (magnifying glass, microscope)
Recommended Skills
Fiber evaluation testing / Sewing machine operation (industrial) / Thread selection
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To repair without missing small fiber defects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because it involves almost no calculation work. |
Aliases
- Fiber Repair Worker
- Textile Repair Worker
Related Jobs
- Clothing Repair Worker
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- Textile Inspector