Caramel Packaging Worker
きゃらめるはこづめこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A caramel packaging worker is a manufacturing worker who packs produced caramels into boxes using packaging machines or by hand, inspects quality and weight, and prepares for shipment.
Description
A caramel packaging worker packs caramels produced in factories onto packaging lines using machines or by hand, checks weight and quantity to maintain product quality. The job involves operating and adjusting packaging machines, replenishing packaging materials, sealing and labeling boxes after packaging, and inspecting for foreign matter contamination. In addition to efficiently advancing line work according to production plans, hygiene management and compliance with safety rules are also required. The work is mainly standing, and shift work or short intensive operations occur to accommodate fluctuating production volumes. In recent years, automation of packaging processes has advanced, and knowledge of machine maintenance or line management expands career opportunities.
Future Outlook
With advancements in production efficiency and automation in the food industry, further mechanization of packaging processes is expected. Demand is anticipated to increase for technicians with machine operation and maintenance skills.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Dispatched contract employee / Indoor factory work / Shift work / Standing work / Temporary worker
Career Path
Confectionery Manufacturing Worker → Packaging Line Leader → Production Management → Quality Control → Factory Supervisor
Required Skills
Foreign Object Contamination Inspection / Hygiene Management / Packaging Machine Operation / Product Inspection
Recommended Skills
5S Activities / Food Hygiene Knowledge / Forklift Operation / Machine Maintenance Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Packaging errors or discrepancies in quantity and weight can lead to quality issues. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Standing work and handling of heavy loads require physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | The work is routine and does not require complex analysis. |
| Creativity & Ideation | The work is mainly routine tasks and does not require much creativity. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Basic counting and weighing are used, and advanced mathematical skills are not required. |
| Planning & Organization | The work mainly follows instructed formal procedures. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
Aliases
- Box Packer
- Caramel Packaging Worker
- Confectionery Packaging Worker
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