Green Tea Inspector
りょくちゃけんさこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that evaluates the quality of green tea through sensory inspection and component analysis in tea factories, etc.
Description
Green tea inspectors evaluate the quality of raw tea leaves or product green tea samples in tea factories or inspection institution labs. In addition to sensory inspections such as color, aroma, and taste, they perform component analysis such as catechin and caffeine content, and moisture measurement by liquid chromatography or drying method. They also detect foreign matter contamination or non-standard products, record and report inspection results, compare with quality standards, and support product safety and quality control.
Future Outlook
With increasing interest in food quality and safety and the strengthening of JAS standards, the demand for green tea inspectors with specialized analysis skills is expected to remain stable. Amid the introduction of IoT devices and automation technologies, data analysis skills and acquisition of new analysis methods will be required.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Factory Inspection Room Work / Indoor Work / Shift Work / Standing Work
Career Path
Green Tea Inspector → Quality Control Staff → Quality Control Leader → Production Technology → Factory Management
Required Skills
Moisture Measurement / Sample Preparation and Measurement Equipment Operation / Sensory Inspection / Understanding of Quality Standards and Specifications
Recommended Skills
ISO Standards Knowledge / Japanese Tea Knowledge / Statistical Analysis (Quality Data)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | To evaluate component analysis results and make quality judgments. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To not miss fine foreign matter or subtle differences in sensory evaluation. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because routine inspections are the main task. |
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- Food Hygiene Manager
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