Preserved Food Manufacturing Worker
ほぞんしょくひんせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that handles the manufacturing process of preserved foods and frozen processed foods, from raw material input to sterilization, drying, and packaging, ensuring product quality and safety.
Description
Preserved food manufacturing workers work on production lines for processed foods and frozen foods that enhance preservability, such as canned goods, jam, pickles, and retort foods. They monitor the entire process from measuring and inputting raw materials, heating and sterilization, drying, packaging, and label application. They also perform machine setup adjustments, daily inspections, and production record management. Additionally, they maintain product safety and quality based on hygiene management methods such as HACCP.
Future Outlook
With increasing interest in food safety and quality, and the introduction of automation technology, the development of production systems that balance hygiene management and efficiency is progressing. The demand for skilled workers is expected to remain stable.
Personality Traits
Good Team Player / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Line Operator → Group Leader → Manufacturing Supervisor → Quality Control Staff → Assistant Factory Manager
Required Skills
Hygiene Management / Inspection and Measurement / Manufacturing Equipment Operation / Process Monitoring / Production Record Management
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Machine Maintenance / HACCP Knowledge / Quality Control Methods (QC)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute quality differences or lapses in hygiene management affect the product. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it requires physical strength for long hours of standing work and handling heavy objects. |
| Problem Solving | Necessary for troubleshooting in the manufacturing process. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because collaboration on the production line directly impacts product quality. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because accuracy in operations is emphasized over new ideas in standardized manufacturing processes. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
- Food Specialist
- Hygiene Supervisor
- National Skills Test (Food Manufacturing)
Aliases
- Canned Food Manufacturing Worker
- Preserved Food Operator
- Retort Food Manufacturing Worker
Related Jobs
- Food Manufacturing Operator
- Frozen Processed Food Manufacturing Worker
- Quality Control Staff