Pearl Oyster Sorter
しんじゅがいせんべつこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishery Occupations
- Middle : Fishery Occupations
- Minor : Aquaculture Workers
Summary
An occupation at pearl farms where pearl oysters are sorted by shell size, health status, etc., and graded according to quality.
Description
Pearl oyster sorters at pearl farms use calipers and other tools to measure and observe shell length, thickness, presence of scratches, etc., and grade them according to health status and growth level. They also handle post-sorting record creation and distribution to the next process, requiring careful manual handling and stamina.
Future Outlook
While demand for high-grade pearls is expected to be maintained to some extent both domestically and internationally, efficiency improvements by large-scale aquaculture operators and competition from imported pearls suggest limited opportunities for new entrants.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Pearl aquaculture worker → Aquaculture manager → Production department head → Quality control staff
Required Skills
Precision measuring instrument operation / Quality judgment / Shell sorting technique / Work record creation
Recommended Skills
Basic aquaculture knowledge / Basic marine biology knowledge / Small vessel operator license
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | The ability to accurately sort without missing fine scratches or dirt is important. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is needed for long hours of standing work and handling heavy shells. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Primarily procedural work that does not require advanced analytical skills. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Follows established classification criteria, so creative thinking is not particularly needed. |
Aliases
- Pearl Oyster Sorter
- Pearl Oyster Sorting Worker
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