Gyokuro Manufacturing Worker
ぎょくろせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that processes tea leaves grown under covers through processes such as steaming, rolling, and drying to produce the premium green tea 'Gyokuro'.
Description
Gyokuro manufacturing workers adjust sunlight by covering tea leaves grown in tea gardens to bring out their unique umami and aroma, and handle manufacturing processes such as steaming, rolling, and drying. Tasks include temperature and humidity control, operation and inspection of tea manufacturing machines, quality evaluation through sensory inspection, packaging, hygiene management, and record-keeping. Fine adjustments according to seasons and tea leaf conditions are required, and production is advanced efficiently through teamwork.
Future Outlook
While stable demand is expected due to increasing health consciousness and demand for Japanese tea, challenges include labor shortages and adaptation to labor-saving and mechanization advancements.
Personality Traits
High Concentration / Meticulous / Patient / Sharp Observation
Work Style
Factory Work / Seasonal Fluctuations / Shift Work / Standing Work / Team Work
Career Path
Tea Manufacturing Assistant → Gyokuro Manufacturing Worker → Tea Manufacturing Supervisor → Quality Manager → Factory Manager → Independent Business
Required Skills
Hygiene Management / Sensory Inspection / Tea Manufacturing Machine Operation / Temperature and Humidity Control
Recommended Skills
Data Recording and Analysis / Japanese Tea Knowledge / Machine Maintenance and Inspection / Quality Control (HACCP)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required for subtle temperature and humidity control and quality inspection. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to raw material handling and prolonged standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is not highly required as it follows prescribed manufacturing processes. |
Aliases
- Gyokuro Artisan
- Gyokuro Tea Manufacturing Worker
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