Castor Oil Manufacturing Worker
ひましあぶらせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that extracts and refines castor oil from castor (castor) seeds and processes it to a quality suitable for shipment as a product.
Description
Castor oil manufacturing workers use castor seeds (castor beans) as raw materials, extracting oil through methods such as washing, drying, pressing, or solvent extraction, and then refining it through processes like decolorization, deodorization, and degumming to produce the final product. They operate press machines and extraction equipment, manage temperature and pressure, and conduct oil quality inspections in the laboratory to maintain and improve quality. Important tasks also include transporting raw materials, inspecting, cleaning, and maintaining equipment, while strictly adhering to safety, hygiene, and environmental regulations. Product applications range widely from pharmaceutical raw materials and industrial lubricants to biofuels.
Future Outlook
Stable demand is expected due to the expanding need for plant-derived resources and advances in bio-product development, while labor-saving and automation introductions progress, requiring higher technical skills.
Personality Traits
Good team player / Meticulous and attentive / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Factory work / Manufacturing site / Shift work / Uniform provided
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Shift Leader/Team Leader → Quality Control Staff → Production Management → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Compliance with safety and hygiene rules / Equipment cleaning and inspection / Press machine and extraction equipment operation / Quality inspection / Temperature and pressure management
Recommended Skills
Chemical analysis / Hygiene management and GMP understanding / PLC control knowledge / Production management system operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because precise process control and accuracy in quality inspections are required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it requires physical strength for tasks such as transporting raw materials and standing for long periods. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Manufacturing processes are standardized, so there are few opportunities to demonstrate creativity. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Training
- Hazardous Materials Handler Class B Type 4
- Quality Management Certification
Aliases
- Castor Oil Manufacturing Operator
- Castor Oil Manufacturing Worker
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