Furikake Manufacturing Worker (Seafood)
ふりかけせいぞうこう（すいさんぶつ）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that handles the manufacturing process from pre-processing of seafood as raw materials to mixing, drying, pulverizing, and packaging for furikake.
Description
Furikake Manufacturing Worker (Seafood) uses seafood such as fish and shellfish or nori as raw materials, performs washing, dewatering, and heat treatment, processes into powder form using dryers and pulverizers, and then mixes with seasonings to finish furikake. In the manufacturing line, machine operation, weighing, quality inspection, hygiene management, and cleaning are thoroughly carried out to maintain product standards and hygiene criteria. Products are also bagged using packaging machines, and labeling and shipping preparation are performed. Work in compliance with safety and hygiene regulations and the Food Sanitation Act is required, and teamwork and accuracy are important.
Future Outlook
With increasing demand for convenience foods and snack foods, involvement in quality control and product development is expected, while automation and labor reduction are advancing, requiring efficiency improvements.
Personality Traits
Good Team Player / Meticulous / Physically Fit / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Factory Work / Full-time / Indoor Work / Shift Work / Standing Work
Career Path
Junior Operator → Senior Operator → Line Leader → Quality Control Staff → Manufacturing Manager → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Food Processing Machine Operation / Hygiene Management / Packaging Machine Operation / Weighing and Measurement
Recommended Skills
Basic Machine Maintenance / Forklift Operation Training / HACCP Knowledge / Traceability Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required to maintain product quality and hygiene. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it involves long hours of standing work and handling heavy objects, physical stamina is necessary. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The work mainly follows prescribed recipes, and original ideas are not particularly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
- Forklift Operation Training
Aliases
- Furikake Manufacturing Operator
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