Candy boiler (candy manufacturing)
にがまこう（あめせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that heats and blends sugar or syrup using metal boiling pots, then cools and shapes it into candy.
Description
Candy boilers (candy manufacturing) use metal boiling pots to heat sugar or starch syrup, manage temperature and stir while adjusting the formulation, and cool and shape it to the optimal state. They are responsible for processes from measuring raw materials, hygiene management, quality inspection, to packaging. Traditionally, much of the work was manual, but in recent years, manufacturing lines have been mechanizing, requiring machine operation, maintenance, and the introduction of quality management systems. It is necessary to fuse traditional candy-making techniques with the latest manufacturing technologies.
Future Outlook
While stable demand is expected due to the expansion of domestic and international confectionery markets, production line automation and mechanization are progressing. Enhancing the added value of artisan skills and acquiring labor-saving technologies will determine future market value.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Detail-oriented / Highly focused / Hygiene-conscious / Patient
Work Style
Factory work / Manufacturing line / Shift work / Standing work
Career Path
Apprentice/assistant → Candy manufacturing worker → Production manager → Quality manager → Confectionery development researcher → Factory manager
Required Skills
Blending technique / Heating equipment operation / Hygiene management / Measurement / Metal cauldron operation / Quality management / Temperature management
Recommended Skills
Machine maintenance / New product development / Production line management / Taste evaluation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because subtle differences in temperature and formulation greatly affect product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to handling heavy pots and prolonged standing work. |
Related Qualifications
- Confectionery hygienist
- Food hygiene manager
Aliases
- Candy craftsman
- Candy manufacturing artisan
- Candy manufacturing worker
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