Kudzu Starch Manufacturing Worker
くずこなせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that manufactures starch extracted from kudzu roots and handles a series of processes such as quality control, drying, and pulverization.
Description
Kudzu starch manufacturing workers wash harvested kudzu roots, slice or grate them thinly, soak in water, allow to settle, dry, and pulverize through a series of processes to produce high-quality kudzu starch. Temperature, water quality, and time management are required, and they handle a wide range of tasks from machine operation to quality inspection and process recording. There is demand as a traditional ingredient for Japanese confectionery, and knowledge of hygiene management and food labeling is also necessary.
Future Outlook
Demand for traditional foods remains stable, and automation and labor-saving measures are expected to advance in aging manufacturing environments. Challenges include technology succession and quality improvement.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing Line Operator → Quality Control Staff → Manufacturing Leader → Factory Manager → Manufacturing Department Manager
Required Skills
Hygiene Management / Manufacturing Machine Operation and Maintenance / Quality Control (Temperature Control) / Raw Material Selection and Adjustment
Recommended Skills
Food Labeling Law Knowledge / HACCP Knowledge / Machine Maintenance / Process Improvement
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Fine impurities affect product quality, requiring high attention to detail. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Involves transporting raw materials and prolonged standing work, requiring physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Processes are standardized in manuals, with accurate work emphasized over novel ideas. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
Aliases
- Kudzu Milling Worker
- Kudzu Powder Manufacturing Worker
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