Barley Sorter (Beer Manufacturing)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialized occupation that sorts barley, the raw material for beer production, to ensure quality.
Description
Barley sorters handle the sorting and inspection of barley used in beer production. From the barley delivered as raw material, they remove foreign objects such as pebbles and stems, as well as defective items like discolored or broken grains, using manual labor or sorting machines. They also adjust and operate sorting machines, conduct quality inspections (such as grain size and moisture content), and perform cleaning and maintenance of the work area to support stable raw material supply. They collaborate with manufacturing and quality control departments to meet customer and regulatory quality standards.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of the craft beer market, demand for raw material sorting remains stable. Even as automation technology advances, the importance of personnel skilled in quality control remains high.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Raw Material Processing Staff → Brewing Technician → Quality Control Position → Manufacturing Department Leader
Required Skills
Foreign Object Inspection and Removal / Moisture Content Measurement / Raw Material Intake Management / Sorting Machine Operation
Recommended Skills
Food Hygiene Management Knowledge / Machine Maintenance / Work Improvement
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to accurately sort without missing fine foreign objects. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it requires physical stamina for long hours of standing work and handling heavy objects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mostly follows set procedures and does not require new ideas. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | There is simple weighing work, but no need for advanced mathematical analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
Aliases
- Barley Sorter
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- Brewing Technician
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- Raw Material Processor