Seasoning Worker (Vegetable Pickle Manufacturing)
あじつけこう（やさいつけものせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that handles the entire manufacturing process from raw material processing of vegetable pickles to seasoning, pickling, and packaging.
Description
The seasoning worker, in vegetable pickle manufacturing, starts with sorting, washing, and cutting raw vegetables, prepares seasoning liquids by mixing salt, vinegar, and condiments, and manages the pickling, fermentation, and aging processes. Operates production lines or tanks, measures temperature and pH to maintain quality. Adjusts pickling times, prevents foreign matter contamination, inspects and packages final products, and handles hygiene management and cleaning tasks. Follows prescribed recipes and processes, adheres to safety and hygiene standards, and works efficiently in a team.
Future Outlook
The domestic pickle market is stable with steady demand. While labor-saving and automation are advancing, the need for manual work in quality control and traditional techniques is expected to continue. Additionally, labor shortages due to aging population are a challenge.
Personality Traits
Good team player / Meticulous and careful / Strong sense of responsibility / Values discipline
Work Style
Contract employee / Factory employment / Line work / Part-time/casual employment available / Shift work
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Line Leader → Manufacturing Team Leader → Manufacturing Manager → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Hygiene Management / Inspection and Packaging / Machine Operation (Pickle Manufacturing) / Weighing and Blending Operations
Recommended Skills
Basic Machine Maintenance Knowledge / Forklift Operation Skills / HACCP Knowledge / Quality Control Methods (QC)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because small deviations in pickling time or seasoning ratios affect quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires standing work and handling heavy objects, demanding physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Blending work is based on recipes, so there is little need for new idea generation. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
Aliases
- Pickle Worker
- Seasoning Operator
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- Food Manufacturing Machine Operator
- Pickle Artisan
- Vegetable Processor