Fish Meal Feed Manufacturing Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that manufactures feed for livestock and aquaculture using fish processing residues (fish meal) as raw materials, through processes such as drying, crushing, mixing, and pellet forming.
Description
Fish meal feed manufacturing workers receive fish residues (fish meal) transported from fish processing factories, etc., perform sorting and foreign matter removal, reduce moisture content with dryers, and pulverize into powder with crushers. They further mix with additives such as vitamins and minerals, form pellets with pellet forming machines, cool them, and then package and ship. They handle machine operations on the production line, quality inspections (moisture content measurement, particle size measurement, etc.), daily machine inspections and cleaning, and safety and hygiene management to maintain efficient and stable production.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of sustainable aquaculture, stable demand is expected. Trends in fish resources for raw materials and development of alternative feeds will influence industry trends.
Personality Traits
Meticulous / Physically Fit / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Group Leader/Leader → Factory Manager → Production Management Staff → Quality Management Staff
Required Skills
Crusher Operation / Dryer Operation / Machine Inspection and Maintenance / Mixer Operation / Moisture Content Measurement / Pellet Forming Machine Operation
Recommended Skills
Hygiene Management and Quality Control / Machine Maintenance / Safety and Health Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because the quality of feed greatly varies with errors in moisture content or particle size. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there are physical demands such as standing work and raw material handling. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because there are many routine tasks and little need for new ideas. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Mainly simple weighing tasks, no need for advanced mathematical analysis. |
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