Frozen Vegetable Production Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Factory worker who washes and pre-processes vegetables, performs blanching and quick freezing processes appropriately, and prepares frozen vegetable products in a shippable state.
Description
Frozen vegetable production workers perform pre-processing such as sorting, washing, and cutting raw vegetables, inactivate enzymes through blanching (scalding), cool the core temperature to below a certain level using quick freezers, and manage the entire process up to packaging, boxing, and storage. They repeatedly operate machines, manage temperatures, and conduct quality inspections to supply safe and high-quality frozen vegetables. They also participate in hygiene management and improvement activities to enhance work efficiency.
Future Outlook
Demand for frozen vegetables remains stable due to increasing health consciousness and time-saving needs. While automation and labor-saving technologies advance, skills in hygiene management such as HACCP and machine maintenance are increasingly emphasized.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Line Operator → Line Leader → Manufacturing Manager → Quality Control Staff → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Food Hygiene Management Knowledge / Operation of Various Freezing Machines / Quality Inspection / Temperature and Humidity Management
Recommended Skills
Forklift Operation / Hazardous Materials Handling / Line Improvement / Quality Management (HACCP)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is necessary to maintain product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Frequent handling of heavy raw materials and long hours of standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Many tasks are simple, so little creativity is required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Involves measuring weight and quantity, but no advanced mathematical analysis is required. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
- Forklift Operation Training
Aliases
- Frozen Vegetable Processor
- Vegetable Freezer Processor
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