Canning Worker (Food Canning Manufacturing)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job that uses metal cans to pre-process, fill, and seal foods such as vegetables, fruits, and seafood, then performs pressure heat sterilization, inspection, and packaging.
Description
Canning workers wash, sort, cut, and season raw materials, fill and seal them into metal cans, and then perform retort sterilization (pressure heat sterilization). After sterilization, they verify temperature and time management records, conduct appearance inspections and foreign object checks to ensure quality. They operate production line equipment such as filling machines, retorts, and can washers, and thoroughly implement microbial inspections and hygiene management practices (HACCP). They also handle troubleshooting and maintenance inspections for automated equipment, collaborating with line leaders and quality control departments to improve productivity and safety. Involves prolonged standing work and handling heavy objects, with shift work being common.
Future Outlook
Due to the diversification of domestic eating habits and growing interest in quality and safety, advances are being made in hygiene management and the introduction of automated equipment. While automation and robotization will accelerate as countermeasures against labor shortages, demand for advanced machine operators is expected to remain stable.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Hygiene-conscious / Patient / Polite and courteous
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing operator → Line leader → Production control → Quality control → Factory supervisor
Required Skills
Hygiene management (HACCP) / Machine maintenance (basic) / Machine operation / Quality inspection / Weight measurement
Recommended Skills
Data logging analysis / Machine maintenance (simple maintenance) / PLC control / Troubleshooting (automation lines)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute foreign matter or deviations in temperature and time can affect product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to prolonged standing work and handling heavy cans, etc. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily routine tasks, with few opportunities requiring flexible thinking. |
Related Qualifications
- Boiler Engineer (Class 2 or higher)
- Food Hygiene Supervisor
- Hazardous Materials Handler (Category B)
Aliases
- Canning Manufacturing Worker
- Canning Processing Worker
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