Bancha Tea Producer
ばんちゃせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that manufactures stable, high-quality bancha through processing steps such as roasting, drying, and sorting raw tea leaves.
Description
Bancha tea producers start from sorting and pre-processing raw tea leaves as raw materials, using roasting machines and dryers to adjust aroma and color while manufacturing bancha. They control temperature and heating time for each process, perform quality inspections and sensory evaluations of taste and aroma, and proceed with operations to meet product specifications. They also handle factory hygiene management and machine maintenance, and are required to maintain safe and stable production lines.
Future Outlook
Stable demand is expected alongside health consciousness and steady tea beverage demand. On the other hand, as automation and mechanization progress, expertise in machine maintenance and quality control will become even more important going forward.
Personality Traits
Able to endure monotonous tasks / Good cooperativeness / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Quality Control Staff → Line Leader → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Quality Inspection / Roasting Machine Operation / Tea Leaf Sorting / Temperature and Humidity Control
Recommended Skills
Aroma Analysis / Food Labeling Law Knowledge / Hygiene Management Knowledge / Machine Maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because subtle differences in temperature or drying time affect product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and operations in high-temperature environments. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine processes are central, with more emphasis on quality maintenance than new development. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Basic measurements are required, but advanced mathematical analysis is not needed. |
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- Food Hygiene Manager
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