Sewing Machine Finisher (Clothing Manufacturing)
みしんしあげこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Work involving finishing pre-sewn clothing parts using sewing machines or presses, attaching buttons, performing inspections, and ensuring product quality.
Description
Sewing machine finishers handle processes such as finishing seams with overlock or flat sewing machines after sewing cut fabrics, buttonholing, button attachment, and iron pressing. They perform product inspections, checking for sewing defects or dirt to maintain quality that meets shipping standards. The work centers on line production, requiring skills and physical stamina to efficiently and accurately proceed with tasks according to specification sheets and instructions.
Future Outlook
Demand is on a shrinking trend due to the decrease in domestic sewing skilled workers and the expansion of overseas production, but needs for domestic production remain for high-value-added products and small-lot, multi-variety production, requiring the advancement of workers' skills.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Contract/temporary employee / Factory work / Line work / Shift work / Standing work
Career Path
Sewing Machine Finisher (Junior) → Sewing Machine Finisher → Group Leader → Sewing Process Manager → Production Manager
Required Skills
Buttonhole Machine Operation / Iron Pressing Work / Product Inspection and Checking Technique / Sewing Machine Operation / Understanding Sewing Instructions
Recommended Skills
Basic Quality Control Knowledge / Line Work Experience / Process Management / Simple Machine Maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because small sewing mistakes directly affect product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical stamina is required to endure long hours of standing work and repetitive tasks. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because it involves working according to prescribed procedures and specifications rather than creative thinking. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Precise numerical analysis is minimal, limited to simple measurements. |
Related Qualifications
- Apparel Manufacturing Technician (Dressmaking)
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