Refrigerated worker
れいぞうさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job involving cargo handling, storage, and shipping operations in temperature-controlled warehouses for food, pharmaceuticals, etc.
Description
Refrigerated workers handle receiving, inventory management, picking, packing, and shipping preparation for temperature-sensitive products such as food, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics in refrigerated warehouses maintained at around 0-10°C. In addition to cargo handling using forklifts or carts, tasks include inventory recording with handheld terminals and checks on temperature and hygiene conditions. Involves long hours of standing work and transporting heavy loads, strictly adhering to work procedures and quality standards while cooperating as a team.
Future Outlook
Demand is expected to remain stable with the expansion of food e-commerce and refrigerated/frozen logistics for pharmaceuticals. While automation and robotics will improve operational efficiency, human-led detailed quality control and flexible responses will continue to be required.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Good team player / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
In-house work / Night shifts / Overtime available / Shift work / Team work
Career Path
Warehouse worker (refrigerated area) → Team leader → Shift manager → Warehouse manager → Logistics manager
Required Skills
Forklift operation skills / Hygiene management / Inventory management / Temperature control
Recommended Skills
Basic HACCP knowledge / Basic refrigeration equipment knowledge / Communication skills / WMS operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because adaptation to low-temperature environments is necessary |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Detailed checks are important for temperature control and quality maintenance |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to transporting heavy loads and long hours of standing work |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because work procedures are standardized in manuals |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because routine tasks are the main focus and new ideas are not particularly required |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Only basic quantity checks are needed, no advanced mathematical analysis required |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift operation training completion
Aliases
- Chilled warehouse worker
- Refrigerated warehouse worker
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