Stitcher (Shoemaking)
すてっちこう（せいかつ）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job that uses leather or synthetic leather to sew and shape the upper part of shoes using sewing machines or by hand.
Description
The Stitch Worker (Shoemaking) is a specialist job that sews the shoe upper (vamp) using stitch sewing machines or by hand to shape and strengthen the shoe. Based on drawings or patterns, materials are cut and arranged, appropriate threads and needles are selected, and sewing is performed. After sewing, quality inspections are conducted to check for unraveling or dimensional deviations. Collaborating with other processes (such as sole attachers and finishers), the production line is advanced, involving the manufacture of a wide range of shoes from mass-produced items to high-end handmade products.
Future Outlook
The domestic shoemaking industry is declining due to shifts in production overseas, but demand for high value-added products in domestic production remains stable. Expect progress in combining automation equipment with skilled techniques.
Personality Traits
Dexterous hands, good at detailed work / High concentration / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Contract Worker / Factory Work / Full-time Employee / Shift Work
Career Path
Apprentice Stitch Worker → Stitch Worker → Leader Position → Factory Management Position → Quality Control Staff
Required Skills
Hand Sewing Technique / Material Identification / Pattern Understanding / Quality Inspection / Sewing Machine Operation
Recommended Skills
Leather Processing / Shoe Assembly Process / Tool Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Small deviations in sewing greatly affect quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires stamina due to prolonged standing work and hand sewing. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly follows predetermined patterns, emphasizing accuracy over creativity. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Almost no advanced mathematical analysis is required in the process. |
Aliases
- Shoe Manufacturing Worker
- Shoe Sewing Artisan
Related Jobs
- Shoe Shaping Worker
- Sole Attaching Worker
- Upper Sewing Worker