Mail sorting clerk
ゆうびんくぶんいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Clerical Occupations
- Middle : Transportation and Postal Clerical Occupations
- Minor : Postal Clerks
Summary
A job that sorts mail by destination area or postal code to prepare for efficient delivery by carriers.
Description
Mail sorting clerks work at post offices or logistics centers, classifying mail by destination area or postal code. They sort using manual labor or sorting machines and organize into trays or containers according to delivery routes. Handling large volumes of mail requires a certain level of physical strength and concentration, and overtime or temporary work may occur during busy periods.
Future Outlook
While automated sorting machines are being introduced, the volume of mail remains stable due to the expansion of online shopping, and the demand for detailed manual sorting work is expected to continue to some extent.
Personality Traits
Able to endure monotonous work / High concentration / Meticulous / Patient / Physically fit
Work Style
Contract employee OK / Part-time OK / Regular employee promotion / Shift work / Standing work
Career Path
Sorting worker → Sorting leader → Delivery worker → Site manager → Logistics management position
Required Skills
Barcode reading / Heavy item handling / Postal code identification / Sorting machine operation
Recommended Skills
Basic PC operation / Forklift operation training / Safety and health knowledge / Time management skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Mis-sorting directly leads to delivery delays, so accuracy is crucial. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Involves standing work and handling heavy items, requiring high physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Involves a lot of simple tasks, requiring little logical thinking. |
| Communication Skills | Few interpersonal tasks, focus on work rather than communication. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Focuses on following prescribed procedures rather than creativity. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Follows manuals rather than independent judgment. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | No complex math needed; basic number recognition suffices. |
| Planning & Organization | No need for planning; work based on instructions. |
Aliases
- Mail sorter
- Mail sorting worker
- Sorting worker
Related Jobs
- Delivery driver
- Logistics warehouse worker
- Mail carrier
- Postal worker