Fish Oil Manufacturing Worker
ぎょゆせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job that extracts and refines oils and fats from fish by-products and residues, supplying them for uses such as food, feed, and pharmaceutical raw materials.
Description
Fish oil manufacturing workers, at fishery processing plants or chemical factories, extract fish oil from by-products such as fish bodies and viscera, and refine it to a quality suitable for use as food, feed, or supplement raw materials. The main processes include heating and pressing, solvent extraction, oil-water separation by centrifugation, as well as refining treatments such as decolorization, deodorization, and concentration. Important tasks also include operating and maintaining manufacturing equipment, adjusting raw materials, quality inspections, hygiene management, and safety management.
Future Outlook
With rising health consciousness, demand for EPA and DHA from fish oil is increasing. Amid advances in process automation and low-environmental-impact technologies, expertise in quality control and environmentally considerate processes is required.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Meticulous / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Quality Control Staff → Production Management → Manufacturing Section Chief / Factory Manager
Required Skills
Chemical Handling / Hygiene Management / Machine Operation / Manufacturing Process Quality Control / Safety Management
Recommended Skills
Basic English Reading / Chemical Analysis / Maintenance / PLC Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is required to ensure product quality and safety. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required due to frequent handling of heavy objects and standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Processes are routine, with little need for creative idea generation. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- Hazardous Materials Handler (Class B, Type 4)
Aliases
- Fish Oil Manufacturing Worker
- Fish Oil Processor
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