Hay Cutter (Excluding Livestock Raising)
ぼくそうかりとりにん（かちくのしいくをともなわないもの）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Agricultural worker who cuts and harvests forage grass in pastures without involving livestock raising, and hands over to subsequent processes such as drying and baling.
Description
Hay cutters specialize in cutting and harvesting forage grass for livestock or biomass in pastures. They mainly use agricultural machinery such as combine harvesters, binders, and rotary mowers to perform cutting, and bale it to appropriate sizes for drying and storage. The work requires precise timing based on weather and growth conditions, includes long hours of outdoor work and machinery inspection and maintenance. During peak seasons, early morning work or continuous operation is required, and they collaborate with farm managers and teams to proceed safely and efficiently.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of feed demand in the livestock industry and biomass utilization, stable supply of forage is required. In the future, labor-saving and mechanization will advance, and the importance of machinery operation skills and quality control abilities will increase, making the enhancement of expertise a differentiating factor in careers.
Personality Traits
Interested in Natural Environment / Patient / Physically Strong / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Equipment Operation / Group Work / Long Hours Outdoor Work / Seasonal Variation
Career Path
Agricultural Worker (Apprentice) → Hay Cutting Worker → Work Crew Leader/Supervisor → Farm Manager → Independent Operator
Required Skills
Daily Inspection and Maintenance of Agricultural Machinery / Harvesting Machine Operation / Large Special Vehicle Driving License
Recommended Skills
Drying and Storage Technology / Quality Control / Understanding of Weather Conditions
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because judging the appropriate cutting time and drying condition of forage directly affects quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because long hours of outdoor work and heavy machinery operation require high physical strength. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because work procedures are standardized. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because work methods are standardized. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because calculations of weight and quantity are simple. |
| Planning & Organization | Because work plans are formulated by farm managers. |
| Problem Solving | Because machine troubles etc. are handled by specialist technicians. |
Related Qualifications
- Large Special License
Aliases
- Forage Harvest Worker
- Hay Cutting Worker
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