Oil and Fat Product Manufacturing Engineer
ゆしせいひんせいぞうぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Manufacturing Engineers
- Minor : Chemical Product Manufacturing Engineers
Summary
A technical job that operates and monitors processes such as extraction, purification, and fractionation of oil and fat raw materials to manufacture oil and fat products that meet quality standards.
Description
Oil and fat product manufacturing engineers extract oil from raw materials such as soybeans, rapeseed, and palm, and manufacture a variety of products such as margarine, edible oils, and industrial fats through purification processes like decolorization, deodorization, and hydrogenation. They are responsible for selecting raw materials, optimizing manufacturing conditions, conducting quality inspections (such as acid value and peroxide value), managing and maintaining plant operations, hygiene management, and compliance with environmental regulations. They also participate in process improvements for enhancing production efficiency and new product development, collaborating with R&D and quality assurance departments.
Future Outlook
Demand for edible and industrial oils and fats is stable, and with the introduction of labor-saving and automation technologies, the demand for engineers in process optimization and quality assurance is expected to remain high continuously.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Has desire for improvement / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Operator → Shift Leader → Plant Engineer → Factory Manager → Process Development Engineer
Required Skills
Analytical Techniques / Basic Knowledge of Instrumentation / Data Analysis / Plant Operation Control / Quality Inspection
Recommended Skills
HACCP Operation / PID Understanding / Process Simulation / Reading English Technical Documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Ability to analyze and optimize reaction conditions and equipment parameters is required. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High precision is required for managing trace components and quality inspections. |
| Problem Solving | Investigating causes and responding quickly when troubles occur is important. |
Related Qualifications
- Chemical Analysis Skills Certification
- Class B Dangerous Goods Handler
- Factory Product Manufacturing Technician
- Food Hygiene Administrator
Aliases
- Oil and Fat Engineer
- Oil and Fat Plant Operator
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