Beverage and tobacco manufacturing worker
いんりょうたばこせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job responsible for raw material processing and blending of beverages and tobacco, operation and inspection of manufacturing equipment, quality inspection, and packaging.
Description
Beverage and tobacco manufacturing workers handle various processes in the production of beverages (such as soft drinks, tea, and alcoholic beverages) and tobacco, including raw material preparation, blending, fermentation and drying processes, filtration, blending, shredding, filling and packaging, label application, and packing. They operate, inspect, and maintain manufacturing equipment, manage quality and hygiene, prevent foreign matter contamination, and conduct product specification conformity inspections to support safe and stable production. Line work is central, often involving shift work or rotating shifts.
Future Outlook
While production efficiency improves with the introduction of labor-saving measures and automation, the importance of high-value-added products responding to diversifying consumer needs and strict hygiene and quality management is increasing.
Personality Traits
Has cooperativeness / Meticulous / Patient / Physically fit / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Clean room / Factory work / Night shift / Shift work / Uniform required
Career Path
Manufacturing operator → Line leader → Factory supervisor → Production management staff → Quality management staff → Factory manager
Required Skills
Equipment maintenance (simple repairs) / Hygiene management / Manufacturing equipment operation and inspection / Quality inspection / Weighing and dosing operations
Recommended Skills
Hygiene management knowledge / Machine maintenance knowledge / Production management / Quality control methods (QC) / Safety management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required in raw material formulation and quality inspection. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy objects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Procedures are highly standardized, so high creativity is not required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Complex mathematical analysis is minimal, focusing on basic measurement. |
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Aliases
- Beverage manufacturing operator
- Tobacco manufacturing operator
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