Sealer (Canned Food Manufacturing)
みっぷうこう（かんづめせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job that handles filling raw materials to sealing and inspecting cans on the canned food production line.
Description
The Sealer (Canned Food Manufacturing) sets lids on filled cans on the canned food manufacturing line and operates seamer machines to seal the cans. They adjust machines, check for abnormalities, perform leak inspections (leak tests), and ensure product quality. They also improve line work efficiency according to production plans, manage hygiene, perform daily machine cleaning, inspections, simple maintenance, and keep records.
Future Outlook
Demand is stable due to labor shortages from declining birthrates and aging population, but shifts towards multi-skilling and machine maintenance technology are progressing due to automation and robot introduction.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Operator → Line Leader → Manufacturing Manager → Quality Control Staff → Production Engineering
Required Skills
Hygiene Management / Manufacturing Line Machine Operation / Quality Inspection / Simple Machine Maintenance
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Microbiology / Forklift Operation / Hygiene Administrator / Machine Maintenance (Basic)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because seal defects can lead to product damage and quality degradation. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy cans. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because routine work is the main focus and there is little need for creative idea generation. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because the main task is to work according to instructions. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Performs quantity management but has little advanced calculation. |
| Planning & Organization | Because there are many tasks that follow given procedures. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Supervisor
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