Koji Extractor (Miso Manufacturing)
でこうじこう
Industry & Occupation
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Summary
A job that involves extracting koji fermenting in the koji room while managing temperature and humidity, and supplying it to the next process in miso manufacturing.
Description
The Koji Extractor (Miso Manufacturing) removes koji that is fermenting with koji mold from the koji room at the appropriate timing, and performs pre-processing such as loosening and stirring. They also handle temperature and humidity management, quality checks, equipment cleaning and sterilization, and other hygiene management tasks, providing koji of stable quality to the next process of miso preparation. Line work or team work is the basis, requiring process management and coordination.
Future Outlook
While stable demand is expected due to growing interest in Japanese cuisine and fermented foods, skills to cope with labor-saving and automation advancements in manufacturing sites will be required.
Personality Traits
Dexterous hands and skilled at detailed work / Good cooperativeness / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Factory work / Line work / Shift work / Standing work / Team work
Career Path
Koji Extractor → Miso Producer → Fermented Food Producer → Production Team Leader → Quality Control Staff → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Fermentation process management / Hygiene management / Koji mold handling / Koji processing / Temperature and humidity management
Recommended Skills
Basics of fermentation microbiology / Hygiene management system / Machine operation / Quality control (HACCP)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because subtle changes in temperature and humidity affect taste and quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to frequent handling of heavy raw materials and prolonged standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The fermentation process is standardized, with adherence to procedures emphasized over generating new ideas. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
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