Animal and Vegetable Oil and Fat Product Inspector
どうしょくぶつゆししせいひんけんさこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A technical job that analyzes and evaluates quality indicators of animal- and vegetable-derived oil and fat products using chemical methods and sensory inspections, and confirms compliance with standards.
Description
Animal and vegetable oil and fat product inspectors collect and preprocess samples such as edible oils and industrial fats and oils, and measure quality indicators such as acid value, peroxide value, iodine value, and moisture content using various methods including titration, gas chromatography, and sensory inspections. They record and analyze measurement results, determine compliance with internal standards and legal criteria. As needed, they perform root cause analysis and improvement proposals, contributing to stable product supply and quality assurance.
Future Outlook
While automation of analysis equipment and online measurement technologies are advancing, the demand for technicians with specialized inspection skills is expected to remain stable and expand due to strengthened safety and quality regulations.
Personality Traits
Emphasizes Accuracy / High Concentration / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Analytical Laboratory Work / Factory Lab Work / Shift Work
Career Path
Junior Inspection Technician → Inspection Technician → Inspection Supervisor → Quality Control Manager → Quality Assurance Manager
Required Skills
Data Analysis / Gas Chromatography Operation / Sample Preprocessing Technology / Sensory Inspection / Titration Operation
Recommended Skills
English Paper Reading / HPLC / Quality Control Methods (QC) / Spectrophotometry / Statistical Analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because even minor measurement errors directly affect the reliability of results. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because quantitative analysis and computational processing are frequently required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily involves analysis work following existing procedures, where creativity is not highly required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly involves indoor laboratory work with little heavy labor. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
Aliases
- Oil and Fat Inspector
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