Contract manufacturing × Weaknesses: Numerical & Quantitative Analysis

Jobs Utilizing Other Abilities with Less Numerical Work

This collection features jobs that may suit those who prefer to work utilizing language and interpersonal skills rather than working with numbers.

The need for mathematical thinking varies by occupation. Many jobs value other abilities - language skills, interpersonal abilities, sensitivity, creativity - more than numbers and calculations. Additionally, in some fields, qualitative judgment and understanding of human relationships are the most valuable assets.

What matters is finding an environment where you can utilize your strengths. Various abilities beyond numbers also hold important value in society. The jobs introduced here offer possibilities to leverage such diverse strengths.

19 jobs found.

Tatami Edge Fabric Weaver

Specialized occupation that manufactures fabric for tatami edges using looms.

Horn Craftsman

Artisan who crafts combs, ornaments, and craft goods using animal horns and tusks as primary materials through techniques such as carving, shaping, and polishing.

Hand-sewn shoemaker

Craftsmen who handcraft shoes using leather. They handle everything from shaping on wooden lasts, cutting, sewing, and finishing, requiring advanced handcraft skills and aesthetic sense.

Tengujōshi Papermaker

Artisan who manufactures tengujōshi, a traditional Japanese thin paper.

Door manufacturing worker (wooden)

A manufacturing job that produces wooden doors, sliding doors, etc., handling everything consistently from cutting to assembly and finishing.

Bladesmith

Occupation of heating, hammering, and polishing metal to manufacture blades such as kitchen knives and scissors.

Tassel cord maker

A profession that produces tassel cords used for temple and shrine decorations, interiors, stage costumes, etc., using manual labor or machines.

Western pastry finisher

A manufacturing job specializing in the decoration, plating, and finishing processes of cakes and Western sweets using fresh cream or chocolate.

Warasusa manufacturer

Artisan who uses braiding and weaving techniques with straw as raw material to manufacture straw mats (warasusa) for sudare blinds or andon lamps.