Wood Wool Stuffing Worker (Fabric Toy Manufacturing)
もくもうづめこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that stuffs wood wool into the interior of toys made from fabric and shapes them.
Description
Wood wool stuffers handle the process of manually stuffing wood wool (thin fibrous material shaved from wood) into fabric-made toys and shaping them. Primarily, they insert the appropriate amount of wood wool into toy parts sewn with a sewing machine, using hands or special jigs to evenly compress and form them. They inspect for overstuffing or understuffing, and finally perform sewing shut, finishing processes, and packaging. It is often performed as line work, requiring a certain work speed and physical stamina.
Future Outlook
While domestic toy manufacturing in Japan advances in labor-saving measures and automation, labor shortages are expected to continue. Demand for skilled technicians may persist with shifts toward small-lot production and high-value-added products.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Contract Worker / Factory Work / Full-time Employee / Line Work / Shift Work
Career Path
Site Worker → Line Leader → Manufacturing Manager → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Filling Technique / Manufacturing Line Work / Product Inspection and Quality Control / Sewing Machine Operation
Recommended Skills
Safety and Health Awareness / Sewing Skills / Work Improvement
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is necessary to maintain shape and uniformity. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to frequent material handling and long hours of standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Mainly simple tasks following procedures; no complex analysis required. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Work is centered on matching predetermined shapes, with little need for new ideas. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Measurement involves weighing predetermined amounts; no advanced calculations required. |
| Planning & Organization | Few opportunities to create work plans oneself. |
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