Pharmaceutical Sealing (fūkan) Worker
やくひんふうかんこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation fills chemical agents into containers and seals them using dedicated machines or manual labor. To protect product quality, it also performs confirmation tasks and record management.
Description
Pharmaceutical sealing workers fill chemical pharmaceuticals into designated containers at manufacturing sites and seal them using sealing machines or by hand. They conduct visual inspections and airtightness tests before and after operations to check for product abnormalities. Clean room work is often required, making hygiene management and adherence to safety procedures essential. They also organize work records and report to the quality assurance department. They handle simple machine maintenance and cleaning, contributing to stable production line operation.
Future Outlook
While a steady demand from the pharmaceutical and chemical industries suggests a certain level of job openings, advancing automation and robotization will place greater emphasis on skills in machine monitoring and quality control.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Packaging and Finishing Worker → Quality Control Staff → Manufacturing Line Leader
Required Skills
Creation of Records and Reports / Handling of Chemical Pharmaceuticals / Operation of Packaging Machines / Quality Inspection
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Quality Control / Hazardous Materials Handler Qualification / Machine Cleaning and Maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because small sealing defects directly impact product quality |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and repetitive motions |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Follows standard operating procedures, so creative thinking is minimal in main duties |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced mathematical analysis is not required |
Related Qualifications
- Hazardous Materials Handler (Class B, Category 4)
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- Chemical Manufacturing Worker
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- Packaging Worker