Bag packing (packing) worker
ふくろづめこんぽうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that packs various products into bags and performs packaging tasks such as weighing, sealing, and label application. In production lines or logistics bases, products are assembled to the specified quantity using manual labor or simple machines, and packaged quickly while maintaining quality.
Description
Bag packing workers pack various products such as food, pharmaceuticals, and industrial parts into bags or vinyl, and seal them using weighing scales or sealers (heat-sealing devices). The main tasks are manual line work, but they also operate simple packaging machines, replenish packaging materials, apply labels, and perform final inspections. Both efficiency and quality are required. It involves a lot of standing work and repetitive motions, proceeding with tasks according to the production schedule in cooperation with the team.
Future Outlook
Due to advances in labor-saving measures and automation, demand for manual work is on a decreasing trend, but steady demand remains in areas requiring small-lot, multi-variety production and hygiene management. Acquiring operation skills for automation equipment and knowledge of quality control and hygiene management will increase market value.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Factory employment / Many dispatched contract employees / Part-time possible / Shift work
Career Path
Packing worker → Leader/group leader → Manufacturing line supervisor → Warehouse manager → Production management position
Required Skills
Bag filling work / Handling of packaging materials / Labeling / Sealer operation / Weighing equipment operation
Recommended Skills
Forklift driving skills / Hygiene management / Quality control / Work efficiency improvement
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because the accuracy of weighing and sealing directly impacts quality |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because long hours of standing work and repetitive motions are required |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because work procedures are standardized |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because it is a role to carry out assigned tasks |
| Planning & Organization | Because they follow work instructions to proceed through processes |
Related Qualifications
- フォークリフト運転技能講習
Aliases
- Bag filling worker
- Packaging worker
- Packing worker
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- Box packing worker
- Inspection worker
- Logistics worker
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