Rakugan Powder Manufacturer
らくがんこなせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Rakugan powder manufacturers process and mix raw materials such as rice flour and sugar, which are the raw materials for rakugan, into powder form and perform quality control in food manufacturing.
Description
Rakugan powder manufacturers select and weigh raw materials such as rice flour, sugar, and starch, adjust particle size using pulverizers and sieving machines, and then manufacture optimal powder through mixing and drying processes. They operate and maintain manufacturing line machinery, conduct quality inspections (moisture content and foreign matter checks), thoroughly manage hygiene (HACCP, GMP), and handle record keeping. They also handle material ordering and inventory management according to production plans, promote line efficiency improvements, and ensure compliance with food hygiene standards.
Future Outlook
Although the Japanese sweets market is stable, production volumes are flat to slightly declining due to population decline and changes in purchasing behavior. Automation and labor-saving measures are advancing, increasing the demand for expertise in machine operation and quality management.
Personality Traits
Has hygiene awareness / High concentration / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Contract and Dispatch Worker / Factory Work / Full-time / Line Work / Shift Work
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Line Leader → Quality Control Staff → Manufacturing Department Manager → Production Engineering Engineer
Required Skills
Dryer Operation / Foreign Matter Contamination Inspection / Hygiene Management Procedures / Pulverizer Operation / Raw Material Weighing and Mixing / Record Management / Weighing Machine Operation
Recommended Skills
Basic Machine Maintenance / HACCP Knowledge / Quality Management / Quality Management Qualification
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Due to the need for quality of fine powders and prevention of foreign matter contamination. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for long hours of standing work and raw material transportation. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Production processes are standardized, so creativity is not particularly required. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Production lines involve work following procedures. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
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