Horse Mackerel (Aji) Flake Maker
あじけずりぶしせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Artisan who uses horse mackerel as raw material, performing pre-processing, heating, smoking, drying, aging, and flaking to produce shaved flakes for cooking.
Description
Horse mackerel flake makers are specialists who produce shaved flakes using traditional methods or machine processing techniques with horse mackerel as the raw material. The processes include raw material selection and pre-processing, heating and smoking, drying and aging, and thin flaking by machine or hand. Each step requires thorough temperature and humidity control, as well as hygiene management, to stably produce flavorful dashi ingredients. In recent years, quality management methods such as HACCP have also been incorporated.
Future Outlook
While a decrease in workers due to declining birthrates and aging population is a concern, demand is expected to stabilize with the introduction of automation and high value-added technologies. Regional branding leveraging traditional techniques will also be key moving forward.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Factory Work / Full-time Employee / Part-time / Shift Work / Workshop Work
Career Path
Apprentice Horse Mackerel Flake Maker → Horse Mackerel Flake Maker → Process Leader → Quality Control Staff → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Drying Management / Flaking Machine Operation / Hygiene Management / Raw Material Selection and Pre-processing Skills / Smoking Process Management
Recommended Skills
Machine Maintenance / Process Improvement / Quality Management (HACCP)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because subtle changes in processing conditions affect quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Required due to long hours of standing work and carrying heavy raw materials. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly standardized manufacturing processes, so creativity is not highly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Minimal numerical analysis, emphasis on rules of experience. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
Aliases
- Aji Shaved Flake Processor
- Shaved Flake Artisan
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