Dried Udon Manufacturing Worker
ほしうどんせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that manufactures dried udon noodles by handling processes from kneading raw materials such as wheat flour and water to drying and packaging.
Description
Dried udon manufacturing workers mix wheat flour, water, and kansui to knead the dough, stretch it, cut it, then dry it in a drying machine to remove moisture, and package it. Important tasks also include measuring raw materials and managing mixing ratios, operating and adjusting manufacturing machines, inspecting product thickness and moisture content, hygiene management, and cleaning/maintenance of equipment.
Future Outlook
Demand for traditional noodles is stable, and as manufacturing automation and labor reduction progress, expertise in machine operation and quality control will become even more important in the future.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Production Line Worker → Line Leader → Manufacturing Supervisor → Factory Manager → Quality Control Staff
Required Skills
Dryer Management / Hygiene Management / Manufacturing Equipment Operation / Packaging Machine Operation / Quality Inspection / Raw Material Measuring and Mixing
Recommended Skills
Basic Machine Maintenance Knowledge / Food Hygiene Management Knowledge / Safety and Hygiene
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because the precision of product thickness and moisture content directly affects quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it requires physical strength for standing work and handling heavy dough. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because the manufacturing process is standardized and does not require much new ideas. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
Aliases
- Dry Udon Manufacturing Worker
- Noodle Maker
- Udon Manufacturing Worker
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