Hazardous Materials Sorter (Cleaning Industry)
きけんぶつしわけにん（せいそうぎょう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Material Handling, Cleaning, Packaging, and Sorting Occupations
- Middle : Sorting and Picking Workers
- Minor : Sorting Workers
Summary
Worker who sorts hazardous wastes such as industrial waste and chemical substances, and packs and cleans them appropriately.
Description
Hazardous Materials Sorters (Cleaning Industry) classify hazardous substances from waste discharged from factories and businesses by type, pack them into appropriate containers, and perform on-site cleaning. They don dedicated protective gear, thoroughly implement safety management based on laws and work procedures, and take on the role of preventing accidents and health hazards in advance.
Future Outlook
Due to proper treatment of industrial waste and strengthening of environmental regulations, demand for sorting and cleaning hazardous materials work will remain stable. Improvements in working environment and advances in automation technology introduction are expected to reduce work burden.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Cooperative / Strong sense of responsibility / Values discipline
Work Style
Indoor and outdoor work / On-site stationed / Shift work / Two days off per week
Career Path
Site Worker → Team Leader → Site Supervisor → Safety and Health Officer
Required Skills
Basic Knowledge of Safety and Health / Hazardous Materials Identification / Operation of Cleaning Tools / Packing Work / Proper Use of Protective Gear
Recommended Skills
Completion of Safety and Health Training / Understanding of Waste Disposal Regulations
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to accurately identify and sort hazardous materials to prevent errors. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it requires physical strength for sorting heavy waste and long hours of cleaning work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Work is mainly based on manuals and procedures, and creativity is not particularly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because it is mainly manual work with few complex calculations. |
Aliases
- Hazardous Materials Sorting Worker
Related Jobs
- Cleaning Worker
- Sorting Worker
- Waste Disposal Worker