Bottle Sorting Worker (Excluding Glass Product Manufacturing)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Material Handling, Cleaning, Packaging, and Sorting Occupations
- Middle : Sorting and Picking Workers
- Minor : Sorting Workers
Summary
This occupation involves visually inspecting containers such as beverages flowing on the production line and removing defective products.
Description
Bottle sorting workers are responsible for visually inspecting bottles, PET bottles, cans, and other containers transported by conveyor in beverage and food production lines, sorting and removing defective products. This standing work involves repetitive motions, requiring quick detection of defects such as foreign matter contamination, damage, dirt, and label peeling. To maintain operational efficiency and quality, teamwork is essential to accurately sort items at the line's speed.
Future Outlook
Demand in beverage and food industry production lines remains stable, but as automatic inspection equipment is introduced, acquiring knowledge in machine operation and quality control will increase future market value.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Contract Employee Available / Factory Work / Part-time and Casual Employment Available / Shift Work / Standing Work
Career Path
General Worker (Sorting) → Team Leader → Quality Management Staff → Production Management Staff
Required Skills
Basic Production Line Knowledge / Basic Safety and Health Knowledge / Visual Inspection
Recommended Skills
Basic Quality Management Knowledge / Compliance with Procedures / Forklift Operation Training
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is required to not miss minute defects. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is needed for standing work and performing the same motions for long periods. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The work is highly routine, and creativity is not particularly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Numerical processing is minimal, limited to simple counting tasks. |
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