Kudzu bleaching worker
くずざらしこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that extracts starch from kudzu roots (kuzu roots) and turns it into products.
Description
Kudzu bleaching workers are responsible for extracting starch from kudzu roots and turning it into products. After washing and peeling the raw materials, crush and filter them, recover the precipitated starch, evaporate the moisture through sun drying or mechanical drying, and finish into a powdered final product. The work combines manual labor and machine operation, with impurity removal and drying management being crucial for quality.
Future Outlook
Domestic demand is stable, but the number of workers is decreasing due to automation and consolidation. There is a need to enhance value as a regional specialty product.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing worker → Site leader → Quality control staff → Manufacturing manager
Required Skills
Drying process management / Hygiene management / Operation of washing machines / Raw material quality evaluation / Sieving
Recommended Skills
Food hygiene manager qualification / Machine maintenance / Quality control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because attention during impurity removal directly affects quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to heavy labor, need to endure long hours of standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Centered on simple tasks, no need for advanced analytical thinking. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Work procedures are standardized, and creativity is not particularly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Only quantity management is required, no need for advanced mathematical skills. |
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