Shokupan raw material preparation worker
しょくぱんげんりょうしこみこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation involves weighing and blending raw materials such as flour and yeast in the bread manufacturing process, and performing preparation work.
Description
Shokupan raw material preparation workers accurately weigh and blend raw materials based on manufacturing instructions, load them into mixers, and adjust temperature and humidity. The work includes operating scales and blending equipment, as well as hygiene management and cleaning, which are important tasks. They collaborate with manufacturing staff and downstream process workers within the organization to efficiently prepare stable, high-quality bread dough.
Future Outlook
While demand for bread remains stable, automation and labor-saving in manufacturing processes are progressing. In the future, skills in operating automatic weighing machines and control systems will become important, and acquiring management and maintenance skills for mechanical equipment will broaden career opportunities.
Personality Traits
Good team player / Meticulous / Patient / Physically fit / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Day shift / Factory work / Line work / Shift work / Standing work
Career Path
Raw material preparation worker (junior) → Raw material preparation supervisor → Manufacturing line leader → Manufacturing manager → Factory manager
Required Skills
Cleaning work / Mixer operation / Raw material quality inspection / Temperature and humidity management / Weighing scale operation
Recommended Skills
Basic quality control knowledge / Hygiene management (HACCP) / Weighing instrument calibration
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Incorrect blending directly leads to quality defects. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires handling heavy raw materials and a lot of standing work, so physical stamina is necessary. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily involves accurately following specified blending ratios, so creativity is not particularly required. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Since work is done following instructions, there are few opportunities to proactively plan or make improvements. |
Related Qualifications
- Food hygiene manager
Aliases
- Shokupan mixing worker
- Shokupan raw material blending worker
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