Steaming Worker (Miso and Soy Sauce Manufacturing)
じょうじゅくこう（みそ・しょうゆせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job that heats soybeans and wheat with steam (steaming) to prepare raw materials suitable for the fermentation process of miso and soy sauce.
Description
Steaming workers are specialists who use steam equipment to heat soybeans and wheat, the raw materials for miso and soy sauce (steaming), adjusting them to a state conducive to fermentation. They handle steam boiler operation and maintenance, management of heating time, temperature, and humidity, loading and unloading of raw materials, cooling operations, creation of quality records, hygiene management, and cleaning. As one process in the production line, they collaborate in a team to ensure safety and maintain stable quality.
Future Outlook
Stable demand is expected due to the Japanese food boom and health focus on fermented foods, while automation and labor-saving processes advance. In the future, there will be a trend toward requiring advanced skills such as machine monitoring and quality data analysis.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Meticulous / Physically fit / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Indoor work in hot and humid conditions / Shift work / Standing work
Career Path
Steaming Task Worker → Line Leader → Production Manager → Assistant Section Chief (Production Management) → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Compliance with Hygiene Management / Quality Record Management / Raw Material Handling / Steam Boiler Operation and Maintenance / Temperature and Time Management
Recommended Skills
Communication Skills (Team) / Equipment Maintenance / Hygiene Management Techniques (HACCP) / Knowledge of Fermentation Processes / Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accuracy in heating time and temperature control directly impacts quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because long hours of standing work are required in a hot and humid environment. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The work is routine, with emphasis on execution according to procedures rather than creativity. |
Related Qualifications
- Boiler Technician
- Food Hygiene Manager
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
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