Dried Sardine Manufacturing Worker
ほしいわしせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that washes and salts sardines, then dries them in the sun or using machine drying to produce dried sardines.
Description
Dried sardine manufacturing workers handle processes such as washing, preprocessing, salting, drying, sorting, and packaging using sardines as raw material. They perform quality checks on raw materials, manage appropriate salt levels and drying conditions, operate machines or sun-dry them, and produce final products. In addition to production line work, they are required to manage hygiene, conduct quality inspections, create manufacturing records, and perform regular cleaning and inspections.
Future Outlook
With increasing health consciousness and interest in traditional foods, demand for dried fish remains stable. Advances in labor-saving and automation equipment and new product development are progressing, presenting challenges in resolving labor shortages and increasing added value.
Personality Traits
Diligent / Good at teamwork / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Factory work / Seasonal fluctuations / Shift work / Standing work
Career Path
Line Worker → Line Leader → Production Management → Quality Control Staff → Manufacturing Manager
Required Skills
Drying Equipment Operation / Hygiene Management / Packaging Machine Operation / Salting Process Management
Recommended Skills
Food Hygiene Management / Forklift Operation / Machine Maintenance (Basic) / Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is essential to maintain quality and hygiene. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Involves a lot of standing work and handling heavy raw materials, requiring physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Involves a lot of simple repetitive tasks, so creativity is not highly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Involves simple measurements, but advanced mathematical skills are not required. |