Chewing Gum Manufacturing Worker
チューインガムせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that handles the entire chewing gum manufacturing process from blending raw materials through mixing, heating, forming, cooling, and packaging.
Description
Chewing gum manufacturing workers are responsible for blending raw materials such as gum base, sugars, and flavorings on the production line, stirring and heating them in mixing equipment to homogenize, forming into sheets or pellets, then cooling and packaging. They operate production machines, perform simple maintenance, conduct quality inspections, and comply with product standards and hygiene criteria. They understand quality management methods such as HACCP and GMP, and ensure safe and efficient line operations. The work environment involves dust and flavor dispersion, requiring dust and protective measures.
Future Outlook
The gum market is mature and stable, but demand for health-oriented products and functional gums is expected to increase. Automation and labor reduction in manufacturing processes will advance, placing greater emphasis on advanced machine operation and quality management skills.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Factory Work / Shift Work / Standing Work / Team Work / Uniform/Work Clothes Required
Career Path
Line Operator → Senior Operator → Line Leader → Production Management → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Forming Machine Operation / Hygiene Management / Mixing Machine Operation / Packaging Machine Operation / Quality Inspection
Recommended Skills
GMP/HACCP Basic Knowledge / Machine Maintenance (Simple Maintenance) / Production Management Software (Basic Operation)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To maintain product quality, precision in blending and forming is important. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy objects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Many standardized processes, so new idea generation is not often required. |
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- Food Hygiene Manager
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