Receiver (Packinghouse)
にうけにん（せんかじょう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Worker who receives agricultural products such as fruits and vegetables at the packinghouse, performs inspection, temporary storage, and preparation for the next process.
Description
The packinghouse receiver performs unloading operations for agricultural products delivered to the packinghouse and visually inspects for shape, damage, and presence of foreign matter. Weighs the items, places them in temporary storage locations according to pass/fail judgments, and keeps records. Collaborates with forklift operators and sorting workers while adhering to safety and hygiene standards to carry out the work.
Future Outlook
While mechanization and automation of agricultural products progress, the demand for detailed quality management continues. It is expected that a certain amount of manpower will still be needed in the future.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Indoor work / Overtime during busy seasons / Shift work / Team work
Career Path
Cargo receiving worker → Group leader → Site supervisor → Warehouse manager
Required Skills
Inspection / Inventory records / Loading and unloading heavy items / Understanding quality inspection standards
Recommended Skills
Forklift operation / Safety and hygiene knowledge / Simple machine operation / Slinging skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because attention to detail is required to avoid missing damage or foreign matter. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is a lot of prolonged standing work and handling of heavy items. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because there are few complex analysis tasks. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because creative thinking is not particularly required. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because there is little specialized learning, and routine tasks are the main focus. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced calculations are not required. |
| Planning & Organization | Because there are few planning and organizing tasks. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift operation training
- Slinging skills training
Aliases
- Cargo receiving worker
Related Jobs
- Forklift operator
- Picking worker
- Sorting worker