Cutter worker (meat products)
かったーこう（にくせいひん）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation involves cutting and trimming raw meat for meat products using machines or by hand to shape them into product forms. It also includes quality control and hygiene management.
Description
Cutter workers (meat products) on manufacturing lines for ham, sausages, bacon, etc., cut and trim raw meat to appropriate sizes and thicknesses using slicers, cutting machines, or by hand to form product shapes. They thoroughly manage temperature and hygiene during operations, and are also responsible for machine inspections and cleaning, checking product weight and thickness, and quality inspections before packaging. Processing techniques suited to meat quality and parts, as well as knowledge of safety and hygiene, are required.
Future Outlook
Domestic demand for meat products is stable, and with advances in automation equipment, hygiene management, and traceability enhancement, there is a trend toward requiring advanced machine operation and quality management skills.
Personality Traits
Hygiene-conscious / Meticulous / Patient / Physically strong
Work Style
Contract worker / Factory work / Outsourcing / Refrigerated facility work / Shift work
Career Path
Line worker → Shift leader → Production management staff → Quality management staff → Factory manager
Required Skills
Cutter operation / Hygiene management / Meat processing machine operation / Quality inspection / Temperature management
Recommended Skills
Food labeling law knowledge / Forklift operation / PLC control basics / Safety and hygiene basics
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accuracy in thickness and weight directly affects quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Involves standing work in refrigerated rooms and handling heavy objects. |
| Stress Tolerance | Required to endure refrigerated environments and monotonous work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly follows procedures, with little need for creative thinking. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Mainly follows prescribed procedures and instructions. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Weight and thickness settings are done by machines, so calculation burden is low. |
Related Qualifications
- Food hygiene manager
- Forklift operation skills training
Aliases
- Meat cutter
- Meat product cutter
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