Retort Food Filling Worker
れとるとしょくひんじゅうてんこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Operator position on the manufacturing line that fills cooked food into retort pouches, etc., and seals and packages them.
Description
Retort food filling workers fill pre-cooked and heat-processed food into retort pouches, seal them with sealing machines, and send them to the sterilization process. Main tasks include line startup and shutdown, machine adjustments and cleaning, inspection of filling amounts and appearance by weighing and visual checks, and record keeping. They support stable production while maintaining a clean environment in compliance with HACCP and food hygiene management standards.
Future Outlook
Amidst advancing automation and labor-saving efforts in the food industry, demand is increasing for personnel skilled not only in filling machine operation but also in maintenance and quality control. While demand for skilled manual labor is declining, expertise in machine troubleshooting and hygiene management will continue to be valued.
Personality Traits
Good team player / Meticulous / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Day shift / Factory work / Line production / Night shift / Shift work
Career Path
Production Line Operator → Line Leader → Manufacturing Team Leader → Manufacturing Supervisor → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Hygiene management and cleaning / Operation and adjustment of filling machines / Operation of packaging machines / Production performance management / Quality inspection (visual and weight)
Recommended Skills
Basic knowledge of machine maintenance / Food Sanitation Law knowledge / ISO and HACCP knowledge / Line improvement
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required to prevent filling amount errors and sealing defects. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy materials. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because production is advanced through collaboration across the entire line. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The work is mostly routine, and creative thinking is not particularly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical analysis is not required; simple weighing is the focus. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
- Forklift Operation Training
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- Food Manufacturing Operator
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