Sewing Machine Embroiderer
ミシンししゅうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A sewing machine embroiderer operates embroidery sewing machines to apply designs such as patterns or letters to fabric. This is a technical role that consistently handles everything from design data setup to machine operation, quality inspection, and finishing.
Description
Sewing machine embroiderers are specialists who operate embroidery sewing machines to embroider various designs onto fabric. They input and edit design data using PC embroidery software and select appropriate thread types and colors. They perform machine threading and adjustments, and mass-produce embroidery of stable quality on production lines. They also handle sample production, inspection, finishing trimming, daily machine maintenance, and troubleshooting. Amid growing demand for small-lot, multi-variety production and customized products, operational skills for digital embroidery machines and quality management abilities are essential.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of small-lot multi-variety and customization demand, the need for embroidery technicians at production bases returning to Japan remains stable. Skilled workers who can operate the latest digital embroidery machines have high market value.
Personality Traits
Dexterous hands and good at detailed work / High concentration / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Dispatched Contract Employee / Factory Work / Full-time Employee / Part-time Casual / Shifts / Standing Work
Career Path
Apprentice Embroidery Worker → Embroidery Operations Staff → Embroidery Department Team Leader → Manufacturing Line Manager
Required Skills
Embroidery Sewing Machine Operation / Machine Inspection and Maintenance / PC Embroidery Software Operation / Quality Inspection / Thread and Fabric Handling
Recommended Skills
CAD Data Editing / Color Management / Finishing Processing Techniques / Sewing Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Required because precision is needed for fine patterns, thread colors, etc. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because complex calculations are hardly required on the manufacturing line. |
Aliases
- Embroidery Sewing Machine Operator
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