Fresh Produce Sorting Worker
せいかせんべつさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Material Handling, Cleaning, Packaging, and Sorting Occupations
- Middle : Sorting and Picking Workers
- Minor : Sorting Workers
Summary
Fresh produce sorting workers inspect and sort vegetables and fruits, selecting those that meet quality standards.
Description
Fresh produce sorting workers inspect vegetables and fruits for surface damage, discoloration, size, shape, etc., using visual checks or machinery, and sort and classify them according to standards. The work mainly involves manual labor or conveyor line operations, with attention to hygiene management and work efficiency. Workload fluctuates with seasons and harvest volumes, requiring physical stamina in some cases. After sorting, they may also handle packing or attaching shipping labels.
Future Outlook
While efficiency improvements and automation in fresh food distribution are advancing, high-quality sorting still requires human labor in many cases, and demand is expected to remain stable in the medium to long term.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Good Team Player / Persistent / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Manufacturing Warehouse Duty / Part-time/Alba OK / Shift Work / Standing Work
Career Path
Fresh Produce Sorting Worker (Apprentice) → Fresh Produce Sorting Worker → Leader/Supervisor → Quality Control Staff → Logistics Manager
Required Skills
Conveyor Operation / Sorting (Manual) / Understanding Quality Standards / Visual Inspection
Recommended Skills
Basic Food Hygiene Knowledge / Forklift Operation Training / Line Work Experience
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Requires attention to detail to not miss small scratches or discoloration. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires physical stamina for long hours of standing work and repetitive motions. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily manual work with little need for creative judgment. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Little need for independent judgment. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Quantity management is simple. |
| Planning & Organization | Mainly follows given work procedures. |
Aliases
- Fresh Produce Inspection Worker
- Fresh Produce Sorting Worker
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