Filling Worker (Canned Food Manufacturing)
ちゅうえきこう（かんづめせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that involves injecting contents liquid into cans on the canned food manufacturing line and managing the filling amount and quality.
Description
The filling worker (canned food manufacturing) operates machinery on the canned food production line to accurately inject contents liquid into cans. They adjust filling amounts, perform visual inspections, check for foreign matter contamination, and maintain quality standards. They also handle changeovers during line stops, cleaning and washing, simple machine inspections, and create records. Working as a team, they ensure safety and hygiene while improving production efficiency.
Future Outlook
With increasing awareness of food safety and higher quality standards, stable demand is expected. However, as automation and labor-saving technologies are introduced, skills in machine operation and line maintenance management will be required.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Good cooperativeness / Has endurance / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Line Leader → Quality Control Staff → Production Management → Factory Management Position
Required Skills
Basic knowledge of safety and hygiene / Filling machine operation and adjustment / Foreign matter inspection / Hygiene management / Measuring instrument operation
Recommended Skills
Basic knowledge of quality control / Forklift driving skills / HACCP basic knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is necessary to prevent errors in the specified filling amount. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is a lot of standing work and repetitive tasks, a certain level of physical stamina is required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The work mainly follows set procedures, so originality is not particularly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Mainly basic measurement and quantity checks, no need for advanced mathematical analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
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