Sewing Worker (Clothing)
そーいんぐさぎょういん（いふく）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job responsible for sewing garments using sewing machines or by hand, handling everything from assembling parts to finishing.
Description
Sewing workers (clothing) handle the sewing processes for clothing using sewing machines or hand-sewing techniques. They perform a variety of tasks such as joining seams, processing seam allowances, attaching buttons and zippers, size adjustments, and ironing finishes, while maintaining product quality and efficiently progressing through the processes. Cooperation on production lines and acquisition of machine operation skills are required.
Future Outlook
Due to fast fashion and the introduction of automation technology, domestic production is expected to show a steady decline, but demand for high-value-added custom-made products and small-lot production is expected to continue.
Personality Traits
Dexterous with hands and good at fine work / High concentration / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Contract Work / Factory Work / Line Work / Part-time / Shift Work
Career Path
Sewing Staff → Team Leader → Production Manager → Quality Manager → Sewing Technology Instructor
Required Skills
Hand Sewing Skills / Pattern Sewing / Quality Inspection / Sewing Machine Operation / Sewing Machine Sewing
Recommended Skills
Cutting Knowledge / Ironing Skills / Reading Sewing Diagrams / Zipper Attachment Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To maintain accuracy in seam precision and dimensions. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Required to endure long hours of standing work and repetitive motions. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Only minimal communication necessary to follow work instructions. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Basically follows standard patterns in work. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Work mainly follows instructions with little independent judgment. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | No complex numerical processing required. |
Related Qualifications
- Clothing Construction Technician (Dressmaking) 1st Grade
- Clothing Construction Technician (Dressmaking) 2nd Grade
Aliases
- Sewing Machine Operator
- Sewing Worker
- Tailor
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