Compound Fertilizer Manufacturing Worker (Chemical Fertilizer)
はいごうひりょうせいぞうこう（かがくひりょう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that mixes raw materials such as nitrogen, phosphate, and potash in prescribed ratios and manufactures compound fertilizers through processes such as granulation and drying.
Description
The Compound Fertilizer Manufacturing Worker (Chemical Fertilizer) mixes fertilizer raw materials such as nitrogen, phosphate, and potash in prescribed ratios, and manufactures compound fertilizers through processes such as granulation, drying, cooling, and packaging. They operate and monitor plant equipment such as raw material weighing and mixing equipment, granulators, and dryers, and confirm whether there are issues with moisture content or particle size by referring to quality inspection data. They are also involved in optimizing manufacturing processes, improving production efficiency, ensuring safety and health, complying with environmental regulations, and performing regular machine maintenance.
Future Outlook
With the stable supply of food demand, the demand for fertilizer manufacturing is expected to continue, and advancements in manufacturing technology are anticipated due to developments in low environmental impact and high-efficiency fertilizers.
Personality Traits
Good Team Player / High Safety Awareness / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Leader → Manufacturing Supervisor → Factory Manager → Quality Control Engineer
Required Skills
Machine Maintenance / Plant Equipment Operation / Quality Control (Moisture Content and Particle Size Measurement) / Safety and Health Management / Weighing and Blending Operations
Recommended Skills
Basic Chemical Knowledge / Environmental Regulation Knowledge / PLC Operation / Reading English Technical Documents / Statistical Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because even slight deviations can affect product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to handling heavy objects and prolonged standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Manufacturing lines require adherence to prescribed procedures, so accuracy is valued more than creativity. |
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- Forklift Operation Skills Training
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Aliases
- Fertilizer Manufacturing Operator
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