Solid Fat Worker (Oil and Fat Processing)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation involves manufacturing solid fat products such as margarine and shortening through processes like deodorization, decolorization, winter fractionation, and partial hydrogenation applied to edible oils and fats.
Description
Solid Fat Workers (Oil and Fat Processing) use edible oils and fats as raw materials and perform processes such as deodorization, decolorization, winter fractionation, partial hydrogenation, stirring, and cooling molding to manufacture solid fat products like margarine and shortening. They operate equipment such as reaction tanks, centrifuges, stirrers, and filling machines, and strictly control temperature and pressure. They conduct quality control through sampling, pH measurement, and sensory testing during manufacturing, as well as hygiene management, and handle the entire process from raw material receiving to packaging.
Future Outlook
While edible oil and fat processing is expected to have stable demand in the food industry, automation, labor-saving, and the introduction of IoT and FA technologies are progressing. Adaptation to multi-skilling and quality assurance technologies will be required, and the importance of skill improvement is expected to increase.
Personality Traits
Good teamwork skills / Meticulous and careful / Physically fit / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Factory work / Line work / Night shifts / Shift work / Team work
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Chief Operator → Manufacturing Leader → Manufacturing Manager → Plant Manager
Required Skills
Basic Quality Inspection / Machine Operation / Measurement and Mixing / Process Control (Temperature and Pressure) / Safety and Hygiene Management
Recommended Skills
Analysis (Instrumental Analysis) / Basic Food Chemistry Knowledge / Basic Machine Maintenance Knowledge / Hygiene Management Techniques (HACCP)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accurate control of temperature and addition amounts is required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it requires physical strength for standing work and handling raw material containers. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because there are many routine tasks and few innovative ideas. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because it mainly involves following instructions from superiors. |
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- Forklift Operation Skill Training
- Hazardous Materials Handler Class B Type 4
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