Fruit Processing Technician (Canning)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
An occupation that uses machinery to perform processes such as sorting, washing, cutting fruits as raw materials, preparing sugar syrup, filling, sterilization, and packaging to manufacture high-quality canned preserved foods.
Description
The Fruit Processing Technician (Canning) handles sorting and washing of raw fruits, cutting work, filling with syrup adjusted for sugar content, canning with sealing devices, heat sterilization, appearance inspection, and packaging in the factory. They operate line machinery, perform cleaning and inspections, hygiene management based on HACCP, quality inspections, etc., to produce safe products suitable for long-term storage.
Future Outlook
Global demand for preserved foods is stable, with ongoing introduction of automation and labor-saving technologies. Enhancing expertise in machine maintenance and quality control is key to career advancement.
Personality Traits
Good cooperativeness / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Processing Operator (Junior) → Senior Operator → Line Leader → Quality Control Staff → Manufacturing Manager
Required Skills
Canning machine operation / Hygiene management / Machine cleaning and inspection / Weighing and sugar content measurement
Recommended Skills
Equipment maintenance / Food engineering / HACCP knowledge / Quality control techniques (QC)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because errors in sugar content or filling amount directly affect product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy objects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Centered on standardized processes, original ideas are not particularly required. |
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- Food Hygiene Supervisor
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