Paper-wrapped cigarette manufacturing worker
かみまきたばこせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Paper-wrapped cigarette manufacturing workers select and blend tobacco leaves and mass-produce paper-wrapped cigarettes using machines.
Description
Paper-wrapped cigarette manufacturing workers handle receiving raw materials, drying, sorting, and blending, and operate rolling equipment to form cigarettes. They inspect product quality, package and box according to standards, and prepare for shipment. Line operation management, machine cleaning and maintenance, and hygiene management are also important tasks.
Future Outlook
Due to declining smoking rates, stricter regulations, and advancing mechanization in Japan, job openings are on a decreasing trend, but advanced quality and safety management, as well as skills in operating automated equipment, are required.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Worker → Supervisor → Manufacturing line manager → Quality control manager → Factory manager
Required Skills
Hygiene management and cleaning / Machine operation / Packaging machine knowledge / Quality inspection
Recommended Skills
Basic PC operation / Process improvement suggestions / Traceability management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Maintaining product quality requires detecting minute differences. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Standing work and long hours of line work require physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Since the manufacturing process centers on routine work, there is little need for new ideas. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | There is weighing of weights and ratios, but little advanced calculation. |
Aliases
- Rolled cigarette worker
- Tobacco manufacturing worker
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