Home Appliance Recycling Product Sorting Worker
かでんリサイクルひんしわけさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Material Handling, Cleaning, Packaging, and Sorting Occupations
- Middle : Sorting and Picking Workers
- Minor : Sorting Workers
Summary
Worker who classifies used home appliances discharged from households by material or parts to facilitate the recycling process.
Description
Home Appliance Recycling Product Sorting Workers classify used home appliances (refrigerators, televisions, washing machines, air conditioners, etc.) brought into recycling facilities or factories by material—such as metal, plastic, electronic circuit boards, and glass—using manual labor or belt conveyors. Their main role is to enable efficient subsequent processes like crushing, melting, and recycled material production through accurate sorting. During work, they use tools or handle heavy objects, so wearing safety protective gear and adhering to work procedures is required.
Future Outlook
Demand is stable or increasing due to rising environmental awareness and stricter regulations. Productivity improvements may advance with the introduction of automation technology.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Cooperative / Dexterous hands and good at detailed work / Patient
Work Style
Career Path
Sorting Worker → Line Leader → Quality Control Staff → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Equipment Operation / Manual Dexterity / Material Identification Ability / Wearing and Usage of Safety Protective Gear
Recommended Skills
Basic Tool Handling / Forklift Operation / Noise Control Knowledge / Recycling Regulations Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | It is necessary to accurately identify types and materials of small parts. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Required due to handling heavy objects and prolonged standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Since work follows procedures, complex analysis is minimal. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is not required as work follows prescribed methods. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Almost no quantitative analysis is required. |
| Planning & Organization | Since work is based on instructions, self-initiated planning is minimal. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
Aliases
- Home Appliance Recycling Sorting Worker
- Recycling Product Sorting Worker
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