Ketchup Manufacturing Worker
けちゃっぷせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation involves manufacturing tomato ketchup from raw materials such as tomatoes, handling a series of processes including blending, heating, sterilization, filling, and packaging.
Description
Ketchup manufacturing workers operate and monitor a series of manufacturing processes, from incoming inspection and washing of raw materials such as tomatoes, blending operations like crushing and stirring, heat sterilization processes, homogenization using a homogenizer, to filling and packaging. Based on production plans, they set up equipment and manage temperature, viscosity, and pH, and also handle hygiene management, cleaning, inspection, and maintenance work to ensure product quality and safety. Even as manufacturing equipment becomes more automated, they are required to investigate causes and propose improvements when issues occur.
Future Outlook
The food industry is expected to have stable demand, but automation and labor reduction are accelerating. Acquiring advanced quality control abilities and equipment maintenance skills is key to career formation.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Hygiene-conscious / Meticulous / Physically strong
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Line Leader → Supervisor → Factory Manager → Manufacturing Department Manager
Required Skills
Blending and Mixing Operation / Hygiene Management and Cleaning / Machine Inspection and Maintenance / Manufacturing Equipment Operation / Measurement
Recommended Skills
Basic Machine Maintenance Knowledge / Production Management System Operation / Quality Control (HACCP)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to strictly adhere to blending ratios and hygiene standards and notice minute changes. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical strength is required for standing work, handling heavy objects, cleaning tasks, etc. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because it is necessary to cooperate across the entire production line to advance work efficiently. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Recipes and manufacturing processes are specified, so creativity is not particularly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
- Forklift Operation Skills Training Completion
Aliases
- Ketchup Manufacturing Operator
- Tomato Ketchup Manufacturing Worker
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