Rice Cracker Manufacturing Worker
べいかせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation involves manufacturing rice crackers such as senbei and arare using rice as raw material, from raw material processing to baking, seasoning, and packaging.
Description
Rice cracker manufacturing workers produce rice-based crackers such as senbei and arare. They perform a series of processes from raw material handling like sorting, washing, and soaking, to grinding, forming, baking, drying, seasoning, and packaging, using both machinery and manual labor. They are required to operate and adjust production equipment, conduct quality inspections, and maintain strict hygiene management to stably produce products that meet standards. They also contribute to improving production efficiency and quality through quick responses to machine troubles and suggestions for process improvements. Factories often operate on shift systems, involving long hours of standing work and handling heavy objects, which requires physical stamina.
Future Outlook
The domestic rice cracker market is stable, and with increasing demand for health-oriented and high-value-added products, the demand for personnel skilled in automation and efficiency technologies is expected to continue.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Line Operator → Manufacturing Leader → Production Manager → Assistant Factory Manager
Required Skills
Hygiene Management / Manufacturing Line Machine Operation / Packaging Machine Operation / Raw Material Mixing and Forming Technology
Recommended Skills
Food Hygiene Knowledge / Hygiene Management Techniques (HACCP) / Machine Maintenance / Production Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High attention to detail is required to maintain uniform baking color and quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | High physical demands due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy objects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Recipe development is handled by a specialized department, and creativity requirements are low in the production process. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Measuring recipes requires only basic arithmetic skills. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
Aliases
- Arare Artisan
- Rice Cracker Artisan
- Senbei Artisan
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