Embossing Worker (Bread and Confectionery Manufacturing)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job that uses molds or forming machines to press bread or confectionery dough into molds to form specific shapes.
Description
Embossing workers set bread or confectionery dough into molds or forming machines and perform forming under appropriate pressure and temperature. They adjust the hardness and temperature of the dough during work, perform extraction and finishing after forming, and inspect for abnormalities in weight and appearance. They also monitor production lines, clean and maintain machines, and manage hygiene. The job involves a lot of standing work in factories, requiring a certain level of physical strength and concentration.
Future Outlook
Demand for bread and confectionery is stable, and a certain number of job openings are expected with the growth of the food manufacturing industry. While automation and labor-saving technologies are advancing, manual skills are valued for special shapes and high-end products.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / High Concentration / Polite and Courteous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Line Worker → Group Leader → Manufacturing Manager → Quality Manager → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Dough Forming Technique / Hygiene Management / Mold/Forming Machine Operation / Quality Inspection / Weight Measurement
Recommended Skills
Dough Adjustment / Food Hygiene Management / Line Work Experience / Machine Cleaning and Maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Requires meticulous attention to not miss mold misalignment or dough defects. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires physical stamina for standing work and handling heavy objects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because there is little need to think about work procedures analytically. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because work follows prescribed procedures. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because weighing is done with instruments and no advanced calculations are needed. |
Related Qualifications
- Bread Manufacturing Technician
- Confectionery Hygienist
- Food Hygiene Manager
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