Oyster Shell Shucking Worker
かきがいがらむきさぎょうしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishery Occupations
- Middle : Fishery Occupations
- Minor : Aquaculture Workers
Summary
A job that involves removing the meat from oyster shells at aquaculture farms, sorting, and cleaning.
Description
Oyster shell shucking workers are responsible for manually splitting the shells of oysters landed at aquaculture farms and extracting the meat without damaging it. The extracted meat is inspected for foreign objects or shell fragments and washed or cleaned as necessary. The work mainly involves standing, with workload varying by season and water temperature. Quality control and hygiene management are important, and the team works together efficiently.
Future Outlook
Aging population and labor shortages are challenges, but demand is expected to remain stable due to increasing focus on food safety.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Oyster Shell Shucking Worker → Work Leader → Aquaculture Manager
Required Skills
Hygiene Management Knowledge / Manual Labor / Shell Processing Skills
Recommended Skills
Aquaculture Basics Knowledge / Quality Inspection Knowledge / Teamwork Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is needed to not miss small foreign objects or shell fragments |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required to endure long hours of standing work and repetitive tasks |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is not particularly required |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical analysis is not required |
Aliases
- Oyster Shell Shucking Worker
Related Jobs
- Aquaculture Workers
- Seafood Processors