Lard (Pork Fat) Manufacturing Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Occupation that extracts and refines lipids from pork fatback and processes and produces them as edible oils and fats.
Description
Lard (pork fat) manufacturing workers receive pork fatback as raw material, perform washing, heating, melting, and dehydration, remove impurities through centrifugal separation and filtration, then undergo refining processes such as deodorization and decolorization, conduct quality inspections, and handle packaging and storage. Hygiene management and temperature/time control are important, and they also perform production line maintenance and record keeping. Products are used as raw materials for edible oils and fats or processed foods.
Future Outlook
Demand is stable due to health consciousness and growth in the processed food industry. Although the number of workers is on a decreasing trend due to the introduction of automation and labor-saving technologies, specialized technicians are required for producing high-quality products.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Factory work / Shift work / Standing work / Uniform/Work clothes required
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Quality Control Staff → Line Leader → Manufacturing Manager → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Filtration and Centrifugal Separation Operation / Heat Treatment Management / Hygiene Management / Oil and Fat Extraction and Refining Technology / Quality Inspection
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Equipment Maintenance / HACCP / Knowledge of Food Labeling Law
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accuracy in process management such as temperature and time is important for maintaining quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required due to frequent handling of heavy objects and long hours of standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is not particularly necessary because standardized processes must be strictly followed. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
Aliases
- Lard Worker
- Pork Fat Manufacturing Worker
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