Clam Canning Worker
はまぐりかんづめせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation handles the entire manufacturing process from selecting and washing raw clams, cooking, filling into cans, sealing, pressure sterilization, quality inspection, to packaging.
Description
Clam canning workers select and wash raw clams, fill them into cans after appropriate heat cooking, seal them, and perform sterilization using pressurized steam. After cooling, they conduct quality inspections such as appearance and leak inspections, sending only products that meet standards to the packaging line. Operating and maintaining production line machinery, as well as workplace hygiene management (cleaning, disinfection, temperature control), are also important tasks. Shift work with team operations is standard, requiring the maintenance of an efficient and safe production system.
Future Outlook
Amid growing interest in food preservation and safety, demand for canned food manufacturing remains stable. On the other hand, automation and labor-saving advancements are progressing, with a trend toward requiring higher expertise in machine maintenance and quality control.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Meticulous / Physically fit / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Group Leader/Leader → Manufacturing Management Position → Factory Manager → Quality Control Staff → Production Planning Staff
Required Skills
Can Sealing Machine Operation / Filling Machine Operation / Hygiene Management / Pressure Sterilizer Operation / Quality Inspection
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Machine Maintenance / HACCP / Raw Material Quality Evaluation / Teamwork Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because small foreign matter contamination or sealing defects directly affect quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy cans. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Many standardized processes, so creativity is not particularly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Limited to quantity management, with few complex calculations. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
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