Chip Worker (Oil Processing)
チップこう（ゆしかこう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that feeds animal and vegetable oil and fat raw materials, performs processes such as refining, adjustment, deodorization, and decolorization through machine operations, and produces oil and fat products.
Description
The Chip Worker (Oil Processing) receives raw materials of animal and vegetable oils and fats, and operates machinery and equipment to carry out a series of manufacturing processes such as degumming, alkali treatment, refining, decolorization, deodorization, hardening, and hydrogenation. Manages temperature and pressure during manufacturing to ensure quality while maintaining production efficiency. Also responsible for regular cleaning and maintenance, creation of manufacturing records, and quality inspections via simple analysis.
Future Outlook
Demand for oil and fat products as raw materials for food and cosmetics remains stable, and with advancing labor-saving and automation technologies, demand will increase for personnel skilled in machine maintenance and quality management.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Operator → Line Leader → Process Manager → Production Engineer → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Hygiene Management and Cleaning / Machine Operation / Manufacturing Record Creation / Quality Inspection (Simple Analysis) / Temperature and Pressure Management
Recommended Skills
Basic Chemical Knowledge / Equipment Maintenance / Forklift Operation Skills / Hazardous Materials Handling Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required in process management to maintain product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for standing work, raw material handling, and long hours of line work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly routine work with few new idea generations. |
Aliases
- Oil and Fat Manufacturing Operator
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