Master Brewer (Liquor Manufacturing)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Artisan and technician responsible for the entire manufacturing process of liquor from mashing to fermentation, storage, and quality control.
Description
The master brewer handles all processes in liquor manufacturing, from raw material selection and preprocessing such as rice and barley, koji production, moromi management, pressing, pasteurization, storage, filtration, to bottling. They strictly manage temperature and humidity as well as microorganisms to maintain consistent quality, and also perform prototype development for new product flavor design and quality improvements. In addition, they handle a wide range of tasks such as hygiene management, compliance with laws and regulations, creation of manufacturing records, and equipment maintenance, supporting safe and stable production in a team.
Future Outlook
While there is a challenge of successor shortage, demand for personnel is stable and expanding due to overseas market expansion and increasing demand for high-value-added liquor. Introduction of IoT and automation technologies is also progressing.
Personality Traits
Curious and Inquisitive / Patient / Polite and Courteous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Factory Employment / Seasonal Fluctuations / Shift Work / Transfers Possible
Career Path
Brewery Worker (Mashing Staff) → Master Brewer → Assistant Master Brewer → Brewery Manager
Required Skills
Fermentation Management Skills / Hygiene Management / Manufacturing Equipment Operation / Manufacturing Record Management / Quality Control (Specific Gravity and Alcohol Content Measurement) / Raw Material Selection and Inspection / Temperature and Humidity Control
Recommended Skills
Chemical Analysis / English (Export Documentation Handling) / IT Skills (Data Management) / Microbiology Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute changes in temperature or time directly affect quality. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Required for new product recipe development and flavor adjustments. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Required due to physical demands such as raw material transport and mashing work. |
| Problem Solving | Required for handling fermentation troubles and malfunctions. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Supervisor
- Liquor Manufacturing Technician
Aliases
- Brewery Worker
- Master Brewer
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