Dried herring manufacturing worker
ほしにしんせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialized occupation that manufactures dried herring through processes such as cleaning, salting, and drying herring.
Description
Dried herring manufacturing workers use herring as raw material and are responsible for manufacturing dried herring through cleaning and sorting for quality maintenance, salting with the appropriate salt content, and drying by sun or machine. They check the drying progress through temperature and humidity management, visual inspection, and touch, and also perform sorting, packaging, and packing before shipment according to standards. Hygiene management, machine operation, and adaptation to production plans based on seasons and weather are required. Since they sometimes handle heavy herring or boxes, physical strength and sustained attention are necessary.
Future Outlook
Although demand is gradually declining due to decreasing fish consumption in Japan, there is expectation for certain viability through regional specialty products, export demand to foreign countries, and the introduction of labor-saving and automation technologies in processing.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Apprentice → Dried herring manufacturing worker → Supervisor / Section chief → Factory manager → Production manager
Required Skills
Drying process management / Fish selection and cleaning / Hygiene management / Salting management / Temperature and humidity management
Recommended Skills
Forklift operation skill / Hygiene management (HACCP) / Machine maintenance (basic) / Quality inspection
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because even slight differences in salt content or drying condition affect quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it involves carrying heavy raw materials and prolonged standing work. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | The work involves line operations that require synchronization, making cooperativeness important. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The work mainly follows standard procedures, and creativity is not particularly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Food hygiene manager
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