Women's Hat Maker
ふじんぼうせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A tradesperson who manufactures hats for women, handling everything from material cutting, sewing, shaping, decoration, to finishing.
Description
Women's hat makers are specialists who create hats for women. First, they cut materials based on designs and patterns, and sew parts using sewing machines or hand sewing. Then, they stretch the fabric using steam or press machines and shape it by covering wooden or resin blocks. They attach ribbons and decorations, finish the brims, perform quality inspections, and complete the products. They produce high-quality hats by combining traditional techniques with the operation of modern machinery.
Future Outlook
Overall declining trend due to the casualization of the apparel market and decrease in hat demand. On the other hand, demand for craftsmanship remains in high-end brands and handmade markets, and with the progress of skill inheritance and introduction of automated lines, the value of personnel with specialized skills is expected to be maintained.
Personality Traits
Able to pay attention to details / High concentration / Patient
Work Style
Contract Employee / Factory Work / Line Work / Standing Work / Workshop Work
Career Path
Assistant → Women's Hat Maker → Supervisor → Team Leader → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Hand Sewing Technique / Iron Press Machine Operation / Material Knowledge (Textile Materials) / Pattern Making / Sewing Machine Operation
Recommended Skills
Decoration Technique / English (Information Collection on Imported Materials) / Patternmaking
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because the precision of small sewing and decorations directly affects product quality. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because there is not much calculation of material quantities. |
Related Qualifications
- Dressmaking Skills Certification
Related Jobs
- Apparel Sewer
- Dressmaker
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