Textile Product Inspector
ぼうしょくせいひんけんさこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation involves inspecting the appearance, dimensions, color tones, etc., of fabrics and fiber products after the textile product manufacturing process to confirm compliance with quality standards.
Description
Textile product inspectors perform quality inspections such as appearance checks, dimensional measurements, and color tone verification on fabrics like woven or knitted cloth and clothing products. They detect defects, stains, yarn fraying, color unevenness, dimensional discrepancies, etc., using visual inspection, measuring instruments, loupes, color difference meters, and other tools, and sort out and remove defective products. They also record inspection results, prepare reports for quality improvement, and collaborate with manufacturing departments to contribute to process improvements.
Future Outlook
Although Japan's textile industry is advancing with overseas production transfers and the introduction of automation technologies, the need for quality management of high-value-added products will persist, so employment opportunities for inspectors are expected to remain stable. On the other hand, adaptability to AI and automated inspection systems will be required.
Personality Traits
High Concentration / Meticulous / Patient / Sharp Observation
Work Style
Career Path
Textile Product Inspector (Junior) → Quality Control Staff → Quality Control Leader → Quality Assurance Manager → Production Management
Required Skills
Color Difference Meter Operation / Dimensional Measurement / Inspection Record Creation / Loupe Magnifier Operation / Visual Inspection
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Weaving Processes / Color Coordinator / English Reading (Product Specifications) / Statistical Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to accurately detect small defects and color unevenness. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The work is standardized, so creativity is not particularly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Quality Control Certification (QC Certification)
Aliases
- Fiber Product Inspector
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