Preserved Food Manufacturing Equipment Operator
ほぞんしょくひんせいぞうせつびオペレーター
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that operates and monitors equipment for manufacturing preserved foods such as canned goods, pickles, and jam, ensuring quality and hygiene.
Description
Preserved Food Manufacturing Equipment Operators operate and monitor various mechanical equipment throughout the manufacturing process from raw material input to sterilization, drying, and packaging. They set manufacturing conditions (such as temperature, pressure, and time), monitor instruments, create manufacturing records, and perform regular cleaning and disinfection tasks (CIP), thoroughly managing quality and hygiene based on HACCP and the Food Sanitation Act. In the event of equipment trouble, they conduct simple inspections and adjustments and coordinate with the maintenance department as necessary. They work in shifts according to production plans, supporting stable product supply.
Future Outlook
Due to the expansion of demand for preserved foods both domestically and internationally, and the strengthening of quality and hygiene regulations, automation and IoT implementation in manufacturing equipment is advancing. Operators are increasingly required to have data management skills and adaptability to smart factory technologies.
Personality Traits
Cautious and Meticulous / Cooperative / High Concentration / Physically Fit
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator (Practical Work) → Shift Leader → Manufacturing Chief → Manufacturing Management → Quality Control → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Adjustment of Manufacturing Conditions / Creation and Management of Manufacturing Records / Hygiene Management (CIP Cleaning) / Operation and Monitoring of Manufacturing Equipment / Quality Inspection / Raw Material Input and Output Management
Recommended Skills
Basic PC Operation / Forklift Operation Skills / HACCP Knowledge / Machine Maintenance (Basics) / Statistical Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because even slight deviations in manufacturing conditions or hygiene management can affect quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to frequent long hours of standing work and handling of heavy objects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The work mainly follows set procedures, and creative thinking is not particularly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
- Forklift Operation Training
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