Fish Sorter
ぎょるいせんべつにん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Material Handling, Cleaning, Packaging, and Sorting Occupations
- Middle : Sorting and Picking Workers
- Minor : Sorting Workers
Summary
Fish sorters grade and remove defective products from caught fish and shellfish according to criteria such as shape, size, and freshness.
Description
Fish sorters at fishing ports or seafood processing plants sort caught fish and shellfish by size and quality using visual inspection, weighing, machine inspection, etc. They check freshness and confirm the presence of scratches or spoilage, and perform grading according to standards. After sorting, they hand over to packaging processes such as packing and labeling. The work involves a lot of standing, requiring a moist environment and temperature control. Workload fluctuates with seasons and catch volumes, requiring quick manual labor. Knowledge of hygiene management and occupational safety and health is also required.
Future Outlook
While the introduction of automated sorting machines is progressing, manual sorting remains important for multi-variety small lots and high-quality demands, so the demand for skilled workers is expected to remain stable.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Meticulous / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Contract Employee / Early Morning Shifts / Part-time/ALBA Available / Shift Work
Career Path
Junior Worker → Senior Worker → Group Leader (Leader) → Quality Manager → Production Manager
Required Skills
Freshness Judgment / Simple Weighing / Understanding Quality Standards / Visual Inspection
Recommended Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High attention to detail is required to avoid missing freshness or spoilage. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Prolonged standing and manual work require physical strength and endurance. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The work content is routine, with little need for generating ideas. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Mainly performing instructed tasks, accuracy is emphasized over initiative. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Quantity measurement is simple, and advanced quantitative analysis is not required. |
| Planning & Organization | Business flows are predefined, with few opportunities for self-initiated planning. |
Aliases
- Fish Sorting Worker
- Fresh Fish Sorting Worker
Related Jobs
- Seafood Processing Worker
- Shellfish Sorting Worker
- Vegetable Sorting Worker