Ice room worker (ice making)
ひむろさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
The ice room worker (ice making) is a factory worker occupation that operates ice making machines and cooling equipment to form, manufacture, and store ice.
Description
Ice room workers (ice making) check water quality, set and operate cooling equipment, and are responsible for manufacturing ice. They thoroughly manage temperature and hygiene to remove impurities and maintain uniform freezing, divide the manufactured ice for packaging, and handle storage and shipping preparations in low-temperature warehouses. Additionally, regular maintenance and cleaning of machinery are included in the duties.
Future Outlook
While stable demand is expected due to cooling needs in the beverage and logistics industries, the number of personnel is tending to decrease due to advances in machine automation and labor-saving.
Personality Traits
High safety awareness / Meticulous / Physically strong / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Night shifts / Part-time and contract employees possible / Shift work
Career Path
Line leader → Factory site supervisor → Facility manager
Required Skills
Hygiene management / Machine operation / Quality inspection / Temperature management
Recommended Skills
Forklift operation skills / Refrigeration equipment maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute contamination or defects directly affect quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Carrying heavy ice blocks and working in low-temperature environments require physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | The work follows manuals, so high analytical skills are not required. |
| Creativity & Ideation | The work consists mostly of routine tasks, so creativity is not particularly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Measurement and temperature setting are simple, and advanced mathematical analysis is not required. |
Aliases
- Ice making worker
Related Jobs
- Frozen food manufacturing worker
- Warehouse worker