Hopper Operator (Ready-Mixed Concrete Manufacturing)
ほっぱーそうさこう（なまコンクリートせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Hopper operators are responsible for loading and weighing raw materials into hoppers and operating machinery to send them to mixers in ready-mixed concrete manufacturing plants.
Description
Hopper operators perform machinery operations to load the main raw materials (cement, sand, gravel, water, admixtures) into hoppers at specified mix ratios and send them to mixers in the ready-mixed concrete production line. The work requires continuous and high-precision operations, with thorough measurement of input amounts and batch management. It also includes monitoring machine operations, troubleshooting, periodic cleaning and maintenance, and safety and health management. To maintain factory production efficiency and product quality, work is carried out in collaboration with the team.
Future Outlook
Stable demand is expected due to infrastructure development and construction needs, but there is a possibility of business efficiency improvements due to advances in automation and robotization.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Hopper Operator → Ready-Mixed Concrete Production Supervisor → Quality Control Staff → Plant Manager
Required Skills
Material Identification / Mixer and Hopper Operation / Safety and Health Knowledge / Weighing and Mixing Management
Recommended Skills
Concrete Quality Control / Forklift Operation Skill / Machine Maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to accurately manage the mixing ratios of raw materials. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is long-hour standing work and handling of heavy raw materials. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because the work is routine and requires almost no creative thinking. |
Aliases
- Hopper Operator
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