Margarine Manufacturing Equipment Operator
マーガリンせいぞうせつびオペレーター
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This job involves operating homogenizers, cooling equipment, and other machinery using vegetable oil as raw material to mass-produce margarine. It includes monitoring the manufacturing process, quality inspection, and equipment inspection and cleaning.
Description
Margarine manufacturing equipment operators handle processes such as mixing vegetable oil and water, emulsifying with a homogenizer, and then cooling and crystallizing. They set manufacturing parameters such as temperature and pressure, measure product hardness and moisture content to check quality. Regular equipment cleaning and maintenance, troubleshooting, and adherence to safety and hygiene management procedures are also important tasks.
Future Outlook
Automation and IoT technology introduction in manufacturing sites is progressing, and advanced equipment monitoring is expected. With the strengthening of food safety standards, the importance of hygiene management and quality assurance will increase.
Personality Traits
Good cooperativeness / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Operator → Shift Leader → Line Supervisor → Production Management → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Hygiene Management / Manufacturing Equipment Operation / Quality Inspection / Temperature and Pressure Measurement Adjustment
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of PLC Control / English (Manual Reading) / Machine Maintenance / Understanding of HACCP
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute changes in temperature or composition affect product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy raw materials. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because the manufacturing process is routine and there are few opportunities for generating new ideas. |
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- Food Hygiene Manager
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- Second-Class Refrigeration Engineer
Aliases
- Edible Oil Processing Operator
- Margarine Manufacturing Machine Operator
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