Dried Fugu Manufacturing Worker
ほしふぐせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that manufactures dried fugu through processes such as salting and drying using fugu as raw material. Quality control, hygiene management, and safety assurance are important.
Description
Dried fugu manufacturing workers use landed fugu as raw material, first performing preliminary processes such as washing and gutting, then manufacturing dried fugu through processes like salting and drying. In the manufacturing process, management of appropriate salt concentration and temperature/humidity, product inspection and quality control, and hygiene management are required. Since it involves handling ingredients containing toxic components, strict adherence to procedures to ensure safety is essential. Most tasks are standing work and manual labor, with shift work in factories being common.
Future Outlook
With rising food safety awareness and expanding exports, demand for high-quality dried fish products is expected to remain stable and grow.
Personality Traits
High concentration / Meticulous / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Worker (Beginner) → Skilled Worker → Supervisor → Group Leader → Factory Manager / Quality Control Staff
Required Skills
Hygiene Management / Knife Handling / Product Inspection / Salting Process Management / Temperature and Humidity Management
Recommended Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High attention to detail is required for safe handling of toxic ingredients. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Standing work is prevalent, requiring physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Processes are routine, and adherence to procedures is more important than creativity. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Only simple measurements are needed; no advanced mathematical skills are required. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
Aliases
- Dried Fugu Manufacturing Worker
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