Fish Sorting Worker (Seafood Manufacturing)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Material Handling, Cleaning, Packaging, and Sorting Occupations
- Middle : Sorting and Picking Workers
- Minor : Sorting Workers
Summary
A worker in a seafood processing factory who sorts fish by size, type, and quality through visual inspection or machine operation.
Description
Fish sorting workers sort fish by size, type, and quality on the production line of seafood processing plants. Using belt conveyors or machines, they detect quality defects such as scratches or foreign matter contamination visually or with sensors, and remove them manually. By selecting fish that meet standards and directing non-standard items to other processes, they maintain product quality. They often work in cold water or high-humidity environments, requiring quick and accurate operations. They may also handle simple machine operations, cleaning, and packaging tasks concurrently.
Future Outlook
Due to aging population and labor shortages, steady demand is expected going forward. Although automation technologies are advancing, manual labor will continue to be needed for quality control and detailed sorting tasks.
Personality Traits
Dexterous hands skilled in detailed work / High concentration / Patient
Work Style
Career Path
Line Worker → Team Leader → Process Manager → Factory Staff
Required Skills
Recommended Skills
Food Hygiene Knowledge / Forklift Operation / Simple Machine Maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Necessary to sort without missing small scratches or foreign objects. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Required for long hours of standing work and handling heavy fish. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mostly routine tasks, requiring almost no creative thinking. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Mainly instruction-following work, with few independent decisions. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Mainly quantity management and counting tasks; no advanced mathematical analysis needed. |
| Planning & Organization | Work follows instructions, requiring little planning ability. |
Aliases
- Fish Sorting Worker
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