Raw Material Preparer (Bread and Confectionery Manufacturing)
げんりょうしこみこう（ぱん・かしせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that mixes and prepares dough ingredients for bread and confectionery, forming the foundation for stable quality product manufacturing.
Description
Raw material preparers handle the initial stage of bread and confectionery production processes, measuring and mixing raw materials such as flour, yeast, sugar, and dairy products, and operating machines like mixers to prepare dough. They manage appropriate moisture and temperature levels to create uniform and stable dough, and are also responsible for cleaning equipment, hygiene management, and creating work records. This is an important role contributing to product quality maintenance and improved production efficiency.
Future Outlook
The bread and confectionery market is progressing stably, and while automation advances due to strengthened hygiene management such as HACCP and trends toward labor reduction, the demand for careful quality control by human hands is expected to continue.
Personality Traits
Good team player / Meticulous / Physically fit / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Raw Material Preparer → Manufacturing Line Leader → Quality Control Staff → Manufacturing Manager → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Hygiene Management / Machine Operation / Mixing and Measuring Techniques / Temperature, Humidity, and Moisture Management
Recommended Skills
Basic Machine Maintenance Knowledge / Hygiene Management / Process Improvement / Quality Control (HACCP)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accurate measurement and mixing determine quality. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Necessary for accurate measurement and mixing. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy raw materials. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because it follows limited mixing recipes. |
Related Qualifications
- Bread Baking Technician
- Confectionery Hygienist
Aliases
- Dough Preparation Staff
- Preparation Worker
Related Jobs
- Bread Baker
- Confectioner
- Packaging Worker
- Quality Control Staff