Canned Food Manufacturing Engineer
しょくひんかんづめせいぞうぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Manufacturing Engineers
- Minor : Food Manufacturing Engineers
Summary
A technical role that designs processes, operates machinery, manages quality and hygiene on canned food production lines to produce safe, high-quality canned foods.
Description
Canned food manufacturing engineers comprehensively manage processes from raw material selection and preprocessing (washing and cutting) of vegetables, fruits, meats, etc., to filling into cans, high-temperature high-pressure sterilization after sealing, cooling, and inspection. They maintain and inspect line machinery, conduct hygiene management based on HACCP, microbial testing, and quality checks using metal detectors to ensure food safety and compliance with standards. They also contribute to improving production efficiency, reducing costs, and developing new products, requiring knowledge of machine control technology and food chemistry.
Future Outlook
Stricter domestic and international food safety regulations, rising quality demands, and the need for sustainable manufacturing are required. Automation and IoT technologies are advancing process efficiency, increasing demand for personnel skilled in advanced machine maintenance and data analysis.
Personality Traits
Good team player / High safety awareness / Improvement-oriented / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Factory-based / Includes holidays and weekends / Shift work
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Senior Manufacturing Engineer → Process Manager → Quality Assurance Specialist → Manufacturing Department Leader → Factory Manager Candidate
Required Skills
HACCP Hygiene Management / Inspection Equipment Operation / Manufacturing Line Maintenance and Inspection / Production Data Analysis / Production Equipment Operation
Recommended Skills
Food Chemistry and Microbiology / Machine Maintenance Technology / PLC and Control Systems / Production Process Design / Statistical Process Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | To optimize process conditions based on manufacturing data and quality inspection results. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute contamination or sealing defects can lead to product defects or hygiene issues. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Standing work and handling heavy cans require physical stamina. |
| Problem Solving | Quick identification of causes and countermeasures are needed during line stoppages or quality issues. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager Qualification
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- HACCP Manager Training Completion
Aliases
- Can Filling Operator
- Canned Food Manufacturing Engineer
- Food Can Manufacturing Engineer
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