Finishing Worker (Laundry Industry)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Bathing Facility and Cleaning Service Occupations
- Minor : Laundry and Dry Cleaning Workers
Summary
A job that finishes clothing and bedding after the cleaning process using irons or press machines, and performs inspection and packaging.
Description
Finishing workers finish cleaned and dried clothing and bedding wrinkle-free using iron press machines or hand irons, inspect for the presence of stains or dirt, and prepare for packaging and shipping. They combine machine operations with manual work while managing fiber properties, temperature, and humidity. Skills to uniformly finish large quantities of clothing in a short time and quality management abilities that pay attention to details are required. The work mainly involves standing, and shift work in factories or stores is common.
Future Outlook
While the introduction of automation equipment progresses, there is still high demand for skilled finishing techniques. In an aging society, cleaning demand is expected to remain stable.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Patient / Polite and Courteous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Junior Finishing Worker → Finishing Worker → Chief Finishing Worker → Cleaning Factory Manager → Store Manager/Factory Manager
Required Skills
Fiber Property Understanding / Hand Finishing / Iron Press Machine Operation / Quality Control
Recommended Skills
Basic Machine Maintenance / Basic Spot Removal Knowledge / Cleaning Technician Qualification / Hygiene Management and Safety Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To avoid missing small stains or wrinkles and maintain a uniform finish. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to prolonged standing work and handling heavy clothing. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly routine tasks, so little need for new ideas. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | There is quantity management, but no need for advanced mathematical analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- Cleaning Technician
Aliases
- Cleaning Finishing Worker
- Finishing Worker
- Press Worker
Related Jobs
- Cleaning Store Staff
- Spot Removal Worker
- Washing and Stretching Worker