Pearl Nucleus Insertion Worker

しんじゅかくにゅうさぎょういん

Industry & Occupation

Agriculture, Forestry, Fisheries & Environment

Classification

Summary

In pearl farming, this occupation handles the basic task of inserting nucleus pearls and mantle tissue into mother oysters to produce high-quality pearls.

Description

Pearl nucleus insertion workers open mother oysters collected on aquaculture rafts using specialized tools and accurately insert nucleus beads and pieces of mantle tissue. The work is performed manually, requiring fine movements and high concentration. After the procedure, the oysters are returned to their original state, and records of farm management, individual identification, and growth observation are kept. The work environment involves long hours at sea or outdoors, requiring adaptation to seasons and weather.

Future Outlook

Demand for high-quality pearls is stable, but challenges include successor shortages and technology inheritance due to advances in automation.

Personality Traits

Attentive / Dexterous with hands and good at detailed work / High concentration / Patient

Work Style

Contract Employee / Full-time Employee / Outdoor Work / Seasonal Variation / Team Work

Career Path

Junior Nucleus Insertion Worker → Senior Nucleus Insertion Technician → Aquaculture Farm Manager → Pearl Aquaculture Consultant

Required Skills

Fine Work / Hygiene Management / Pearl Nucleus Insertion Technique / Shell Opening and Closing Technique

Recommended Skills

Quality Inspection / Record Management / Small Boat Operation / Water Quality Management

Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)

Item Description
Attention to Detail & Accuracy Accuracy is extremely important in the fine nucleus insertion work.

Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)

Item Description
Creativity & Ideation Because it mainly involves precise work following manuals.
Numerical & Quantitative Analysis Because calculations or quantitative analysis are hardly required.

Aliases

  • Nucleus Insertion Worker
  • Pearl Operator

Related Jobs

  • Aquaculture Worker
  • Oyster Aquaculture Worker
  • Pearl Aquaculture Manager

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