Sewing Machine Button Attacher
ミシンボタンつけこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Operator in manufacturing sites who accurately and efficiently sews buttons onto clothing using a sewing machine.
Description
A sewing machine button attacher is a specialist who uses sewing machines on clothing manufacturing lines to attach buttons. They adjust thread tension, needle types, and stitch lengths while working, and check the position, strength, and appearance quality of the buttons. They also perform simple maintenance and troubleshooting on the machines to maintain operational stability and contribute to the overall production efficiency of the line.
Future Outlook
While labor shortages due to a declining working-age population continue, automation and robot introduction are advancing, requiring advanced machine operation skills and multi-skilling.
Personality Traits
Attention to Detail / High Concentration / Patient / Polite and Courteous
Work Style
Dispatched Contract Worker / Factory Work / Line Work / Shift Work / Standing Work
Career Path
Junior Sewing Worker → Sewing Machine Operator Leader → Quality Control Staff → Production Line Manager
Required Skills
Button Attachment / Quality Inspection / Sewing Machine Operation / Thread Tension Adjustment
Recommended Skills
Basic Machine Maintenance / Basic Quality Control / Safety and Health Knowledge / Work Efficiency Improvement
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accuracy in attachment position and thread handling directly affects quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Required for standing work all day repeating the same posture and movements. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Complex analysis or logical thinking is not particularly required. |
| Communication Skills | Work is done individually, with little need for advanced interpersonal communication. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine tasks are the main focus, and creativity is not required. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Work follows instructions, so independent judgment is minimal. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Quantity management is done by instructions, with minimal calculations. |
| Planning & Organization | Processes are predefined, so there is little need to make plans independently. |
Aliases
- Button Attacher
- Button Sewer
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