Cherry Harvester
さくらんぼさいしゅにん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A worker in a cherry orchard who properly picks the fruit, sorts and packages it, and prepares it for shipment.
Description
Cherry harvesters are professionals in cherry orchards who judge the maturity of fruit clusters and pick the fruit without damage using special scissors or by hand. After harvesting, they sort based on color, size, and shape, carefully pack into harvest boxes, and handle processes up to shipment. Work may include harvesting at heights or on slopes, requiring physical strength and attention. Outside harvest season, they may assist with pruning and training.
Future Outlook
While labor shortages due to an aging population and declining birthrate progress, labor-saving and mechanization technologies are advancing. Demand for high-quality hand-picking of cherries is expected to remain to some extent.
Personality Traits
Dexterous Hands Skilled in Fine Work / Good Team Player / High Concentration / Meticulous / Physically Strong
Work Style
Career Path
Harvest Worker → Lead Worker (Leader) → Fruit Tree Cultivation Manager → Orchard Owner
Required Skills
Fruit Ripeness Judgment / High-Place Work Safety Knowledge / Manual Dexterity / Physical Strength
Recommended Skills
Basic Agricultural Machinery Operation / Forklift Operation License / Pruning and Training
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Need to flexibly adapt to changes in weather and work conditions. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Requires meticulous attention to detail for ripeness judgment and preventing damage. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Strong physical stamina and endurance required for prolonged bending, stretching, and work at heights. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine work with little need for original idea generation. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | No need for complex numerical analysis. |
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