Bottling Worker
びんづめこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Material Handling, Cleaning, Packaging, and Sorting Occupations
- Middle : Packaging Workers
- Minor : Product Packaging Workers
Summary
A job responsible for operations from filling, capping, and labeling to packaging in the bottling process of food and beverages.
Description
Bottling workers handle packaging operations on production lines for bottled foods and beverages. They inject the specified amount of liquid or food into bottles using filling machines, seal the lids with capping machines, and affix product labels using labeling machines. Afterward, they conduct visual inspections of products and checks for foreign object contamination, and pack them into cardboard boxes and the like on the packing line. Important tasks also include hygiene management such as machine startup, inspection, and cleaning, and stable line operation and quality maintenance are required.
Future Outlook
While the introduction of automation and unmanned equipment is advancing, the demand for personnel with quality management capabilities is expected to be maintained due to strengthened food safety and traceability.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Factory work / Rotating shifts / Shift work / Uniform and protective gear provided
Career Path
Operator (Line Operator) → Line Leader → Quality Control Staff → Production Management → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Filling and packaging work / Filling machine operation / Labeling machine operation / Visual inspection of products
Recommended Skills
Hygiene management / Quality control knowledge / Simple machine maintenance and inspection
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to carefully check bottles for foreign objects or defects. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is prolonged standing work and handling of heavy materials. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because complex analysis or logical thinking is not required. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because innovative idea generation is not required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced mathematical or quantitative analysis is not needed. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
- Forklift Operation Training
Related Jobs
- Box Packer
- Canning Worker
- Labeling Worker