Cooling Worker (Retort Food Manufacturing)
れいきゃくこう（れとるとしょくひんせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that cools retort food products to an appropriate temperature after sterilization to ensure quality maintenance and safety.
Description
The Cooling Worker (Retort Food Manufacturing) is a specialist who conveys retort pouch products that have completed the sterilization process via conveyor and rapidly and uniformly cools them to the specified temperature using cooling equipment and circulation tanks. Tasks include measurement and recording using temperature sensors, operation and monitoring of equipment, simple maintenance and troubleshooting, and hygiene management to maintain product quality and safety. Shift work and night shifts are common, contributing to the efficiency and quality assurance of the entire manufacturing line.
Future Outlook
In the food processing industry, while automation and labor reduction are advancing, demand for high-quality products is increasing, and with the introduction of automated equipment in the cooling process, the demand for personnel with machine maintenance skills is expected to increase.
Personality Traits
Good Team Player / Meticulous / Physically Fit / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Cooling Worker → Group Leader/Leader → Manufacturing Manager → Quality Control Staff → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Cooling Equipment Operation / Hygiene Management / Quality Control (Temperature Control) / Temperature Measurement and Recording
Recommended Skills
Hygiene Management Knowledge / Machine Maintenance / Safety and Hygiene Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because meticulous attention is required for product temperature control and hygiene management. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Standing work and handling heavy products require physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Centered on routine tasks, no originality required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Mainly simple temperature reading, no advanced calculations needed. |
| Planning & Organization | Since work procedures are fixed, tasks focus on following instructions rather than planning. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
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