Cooling Operator (Soft Drink Manufacturing)
れいきゃくこう（しこういんりょうせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job in the soft drink production line that cools and monitors products to the appropriate temperature to maintain quality.
Description
The Cooling Operator (Soft Drink Manufacturing) is responsible for rapidly and uniformly cooling products after heat treatment to the specified temperature in the beverage production line. The main tasks include operating and monitoring cooling equipment, checking and recording temperature sensors, performing simple maintenance and inspections on the cooling system, and initial response to abnormalities. Work is carried out in accordance with product quality standards and hygiene management procedures, and the ability to quickly identify causes and take action in case of machine troubles is required. Shift work is common, and operations are carried out in coordination with the team as line operations.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of the health-oriented beverage market and the introduction of automation technology, demand for quality control skills and equipment maintenance technology is expected to increase.
Personality Traits
Calm and composed / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Operator → Production Engineering → Quality Control → Manufacturing Management
Required Skills
Monitoring Cooling Equipment / Simple Machine Maintenance / Temperature Measurement and Recording
Recommended Skills
Basic Quality Control Knowledge / Hygiene Management Knowledge / Third-Class Refrigeration Machine Engineer Certification
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because proper temperature control directly affects product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is a lot of standing work around cooling equipment and work in environments with temperature changes. |
| Problem Solving | Because it is necessary to quickly identify causes and take action during machine failures or abnormalities. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because creative thinking is not required in standardized processes. |
Aliases
- Beverage Cooling Operator
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