Can Inspection Machine Operator (Canned Goods: Food Products)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation involves using a can inspection machine in the canned food manufacturing process to inspect metal cans for abnormalities such as scratches, dents, and leaks.
Description
Can Inspection Machine Operators (Canned Goods: Food Products) operate can inspection machines on canned food production lines to check metal cans for minute surface scratches, dents, seal leaks, and other defects. They identify and remove defective products using automated machines or manual work to ensure products meet quality standards, record and report inspection results, perform simple equipment checks and adjustments, and handle routine maintenance. Accurate and rapid work matching production speed is required, involving standing work and shift duties.
Future Outlook
Amid advancing automation in food factories, demand for monitoring and maintenance technicians of can inspection machines will be maintained, with a trend toward requiring more advanced quality management skills.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Inspection Leader → Quality Control Staff → Production Management → Line Manager
Required Skills
Can Inspection Machine Operation / Equipment Inspection and Adjustment / Recording and Reporting Inspection Results / Understanding Quality Standards
Recommended Skills
Basic Machine Maintenance / Hygiene Management and Cleaning Knowledge / PC Input
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Meticulous attention is needed to not miss fine scratches or leaks. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Standing work is common, and maintaining the same posture for long hours requires physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is not particularly required as work follows prescribed procedures. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because the role is basically to carry out instructed inspection tasks. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced calculations or analysis are hardly required. |
Aliases
- Can Inspection Machine Operator
- Canned Goods Inspector
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