Recovered Material Sorting Worker
かいしゅうしざいせいりこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Material Handling, Cleaning, Packaging, and Sorting Occupations
- Middle : Sorting and Picking Workers
- Minor : Sorting Workers
Summary
A job that sorts and organizes collected resources by type using manual labor or machinery, shaping them into forms suitable for recycling processing or shipment.
Description
Recovered material sorting workers sort and separate recycled materials (plastics, metals, paper, glass, etc.) collected from regions, factories, and businesses by type using manual labor, belt conveyors, and press machines, remove impurities, and pack and organize them into bales or pallets. The work mostly involves standing and handling heavy materials, requiring physical stamina. They ensure safety and hygiene management, follow handling rules for each material, maintain quality, and handle shipping and storage.
Future Outlook
While recycling demand remains steady due to rising environmental awareness, automation and mechanization in sorting processes may reduce the need for simple labor. Acquiring knowledge in safety, hygiene, and machine operation can broaden opportunities.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Worker → Site Leader → Factory Work Supervisor → Logistics Manager
Required Skills
Material Sorting / Packaging Work / Waste Classification
Recommended Skills
Forklift Operation Training / Line Work Experience / Slinging Skills Training Completion
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to accurately identify and sort materials by type. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because handling heavy materials and prolonged standing work are required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | The work content is simple and does not require much logical thinking. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Creative thinking is hardly required. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Since work is performed based on instructions, proactive actions are limited. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Work procedures are relatively fixed, with little need to acquire new knowledge. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical skills are not required for quantity management, etc. |
| Planning & Organization | Mainly simple tasks, no need for advanced planning and organizational skills. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Training
- Slinging Skills Training
Aliases
- Recycled Material Sorting Worker
- Resource Sorting Worker
- Resource Waste Sorting Worker
Related Jobs
- Inspection Worker
- Picking Worker
- Waste Disposal Worker