Raw Material Weigher (Bread and Confectionery Manufacturing)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job that accurately weighs raw materials for bread and confectionery based on recipes and supplies them to the production line.
Description
The Raw Material Weigher (Bread and Confectionery Manufacturing) is responsible for weighing and adjusting raw materials such as wheat flour, sugar, and yeast according to specified ratios based on recipes or formulation sheets, and supplying them to the manufacturing line. In addition to operating weighing instruments and confirming measurement accuracy, they also perform hygiene management and raw material quality checks. As an important pre-process for mass production, accurate weighing directly impacts product quality and yield.
Future Outlook
In the future, while automation and IoT will improve work efficiency, demand for workers capable of manual fine-tuning and quality control is expected to remain.
Personality Traits
Good Team Player / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Senior Raw Material Weigher → Production Line Operator → Quality Control Staff → Production Line Leader → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Hygiene Management / Recipe Understanding / Weighing Equipment Operation / Weighing Knowledge
Recommended Skills
Basic Quality Control Knowledge / Food Safety Management / Forklift Operation / HACCP Understanding
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accurate weighing determines product quality. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Accurate weighing requires numerical comprehension skills. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy objects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Since weighing follows recipes and standards, there is little need for new idea generation. |
Related Qualifications
- Confectionery Manufacturing Technician
- Food Hygiene Manager
Aliases
- Raw Material Weighing Operator
- Weighing Staff
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