Sewing Machine Sewer (Leather Garments)
ミシンほうせいこう（かわせいいふく）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation involves sewing leather garments using industrial sewing machines. It entails stitching pre-cut leather materials according to patterns to maintain and improve product quality.
Description
The Sewing Machine Sewer (Leather Garments) understands the characteristics of leather materials while operating industrial sewing machines to sew leather garments such as jackets and pants. Handles leather of varying thickness and hardness appropriately, adjusting needle types, machine speeds, and seam widths to achieve both stitch strength and aesthetics. Handles not only mass production on production lines but also small lots and high-end brand orders, performing quality control and machine maintenance/adjustment.
Future Outlook
Although the number of job openings is decreasing due to the shift of apparel production overseas and advances in automation, demand for skilled workers continues in the high-end leather products sector and small-lot, multi-variety production.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Contract Employee / Dispatched Employee / Factory Work / Full-time Employee / Part-time
Career Path
Sewing Operator → Line Leader → Quality Manager → Production Manager → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Basic Pattern Sewing / Sewing Machine Maintenance / Sewing Machine Operation (Industrial) / Understanding Characteristics of Leather Materials
Recommended Skills
CAD Pattern Design / Dressmaking / Leather Processing Technology / Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because leather products are expensive and mistakes in threading the sewing machine needle directly affect quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to the high load from standing work and the weight of leather. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced mathematical analysis is not required. |
Related Qualifications
- Dressmaking Skills Technician
- Leather Product Manufacturing Skills Technician
Aliases
- Leather Sewing Machine Sewer
- Leather Sewing Operator
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