Finishing Worker (Textile Industry)
せいりこう（おりものぎょう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Finishing workers in the textile industry perform processes such as washing, bleaching, dyeing, and finishing on fabric after weaving through machine operations, ensuring product quality as specialized technical professionals.
Description
Finishing workers (textile industry) are occupations that apply various finishing processes to woven fabric. They operate equipment such as washing machines, dyeing machines, bleaching machines, and calender machines, handling chemicals and adjusting process conditions. They inspect texture after processing, color unevenness, and dimensional changes, managing to meet quality standards. Additionally, machine maintenance, safety and health management, and record creation are included in the duties.
Future Outlook
Although Japan's textile industry is in a declining trend due to the overseas transfer of production bases, demand for finishing workers handling high-value-added products is expected to be maintained to a certain extent. As labor-saving and automation technologies advance, machine operation skills and quality management abilities will become increasingly important.
Personality Traits
High concentration / Meticulous and careful / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Finishing Worker (Apprentice) → Finishing Worker → Group Leader/Leader Position → Quality Control Staff → Production Manager
Required Skills
Chemical Handling / Finishing Machine Operation / Manufacturing Process Management / Safety and Health Knowledge / Textile Quality Inspection
Recommended Skills
Dyeing Technology / Environmental Load Reduction / Machine Maintenance / QC Techniques (QC 7 Tools)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accuracy is required to not miss fine weaving defects or color unevenness. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical strength is needed for handling fabric and prolonged standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because work is mainly performed following predetermined processes. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because work procedures are defined and little initiative is required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because it does not require complex mathematical analysis, mainly simple measurements. |
Aliases
- Textile Finishing Worker
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- Bleaching and Dyeing Worker
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