Bread Ingredient Mixer
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
In the bread manufacturing process, this occupation involves weighing and blending raw materials such as flour, water, and yeast, then mixing them with a mixer to create dough.
Description
Bread ingredient mixers handle everything from receiving raw materials to weighing, blending, mixing, operating mixers, and cleaning/maintenance of equipment in the bread production line. Following the raw material formulation table, they accurately weigh flour, yeast, salt, sugar, fats and oils, water, etc., and add them to the machine in the appropriate order and conditions. They manage mixing consistency and temperature to maintain consistent dough quality. Safety and hygiene management during operations is required, and detecting equipment abnormalities along with daily inspections are also important.
Future Outlook
While bread consumption remains stable, advancements in hygiene and quality management along with automation are anticipated. Demand is expected to continue by enhancing expertise in raw material management and equipment monitoring.
Personality Traits
Meticulous / Physically fit / Strong sense of responsibility / Team-oriented
Work Style
Career Path
Bread Manufacturing Worker → Process Management Staff → Quality Management Staff → Manufacturing Line Leader → Manufacturing Department Manager
Required Skills
Compliance with Safe Work Procedures / Hygiene Management and Quality Control / Manufacturing Equipment Operation / Raw Material Weighing and Blending Skills
Recommended Skills
Basic Machine Maintenance / Dough Inspection / Improvement Proposal Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Even slight deviations directly impact product quality, so accuracy is essential. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Carrying raw materials and long hours of standing work require physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Blending is based on recipes, so reproducibility is emphasized more than new development. |
| Initiative & Leadership | The primary work involves performing tasks based on instructed processes. |
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