Konnyaku Manufacturing Worker
こんにゃくせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Uses konnyaku potatoes as raw material to perform processes from washing, crushing, gelling, molding, boiling, and packaging to manufacture konnyaku products.
Description
Konnyaku manufacturing workers are responsible for a series of manufacturing processes including selection and washing of konnyaku potatoes, crushing, gelatinization, gelling, molding, boiling, cooling, and packaging. They appropriately manage raw material quality, gelling agent formulation, heating conditions, and sterilization process temperatures to stably produce safe and high-quality products. They also handle important tasks such as hygiene management, maintenance inspections of manufacturing equipment, and product quality inspections. They are required to operate lines according to production plans and have the ability to investigate causes and implement measures when troubles occur.
Future Outlook
Demand is stable as a low-calorie food due to growing health consciousness, with expectations of automation in manufacturing processes and advanced quality management. On the other hand, challenges include succession of skilled techniques and compliance with increasingly stringent hygiene regulations.
Personality Traits
Diligent / Good Team Player / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Factory Work / Fixed Hours / Shift including Nights / Standing Work
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Line Leader → Production Manager → Quality Control Staff → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Food Processing Machine Operation / Hygiene Management / Raw Material Washing and Crushing Technology / Temperature and Humidity Control / Understanding of Quality Inspection Standards
Recommended Skills
HACCP Hygiene Management / Machine Maintenance / Process Management / Team Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because the accuracy of raw material blending and processing operations directly affects quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to the high physical demands of raw material processing and handling large amounts of water, etc. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The manufacturing process is mostly standardized, so creativity is not particularly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
Aliases
- Konnyaku Manufacturing Worker
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