Retort Food Sterilization and Heating Worker
れとるとしょくひんさっきんかねつこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation involves operating sterilization and heating equipment for retort foods, killing microorganisms under specified temperature and pressure conditions to manufacture safe products with long shelf life.
Description
Retort food sterilization and heating workers operate sterilization kettles (autoclaves) and pressurized heating equipment to sterilize packaged foods such as retort pouches and canned goods under predetermined temperature and pressure conditions. They handle equipment operation, monitoring of temperature and pressure gauges, timer settings, post-processing temperature measurements, residual pressure release, and product removal. They also manage records of sterilization conditions, perform regular equipment inspections, cleaning, and maintenance, execute cleaning plans based on hygiene management (HACCP), and conduct appearance inspections of products. They support safe product manufacturing by balancing production efficiency and quality.
Future Outlook
Stable demand is expected due to an aging society and expanding demand for convenience foods, but the introduction of automation and labor-saving technologies will make machine operation and quality control skills even more important.
Personality Traits
Good teamwork / High concentration / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Line Leader → Quality Control Staff → Production Control Staff → Machine Maintenance Technician → Factory Manager / Production Supervisor
Required Skills
Autoclave Operation / Data Management / Hygiene Management and Cleaning / Temperature and Pressure Monitoring
Recommended Skills
Basic Machine Maintenance / HACCP Hygiene Management / Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is required to detect subtle fluctuations in temperature and pressure. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Involves extensive standing work and handling of heavy objects, requiring physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Procedures are strictly defined, and originality is rarely required. |
Related Qualifications
- Boiler Technician (Second Class)
- Food Hygiene Manager
Aliases
- Retort Sterilization Operator
- Sterilization Heating Worker
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