Sterilization Heating Worker (Retort Food Manufacturing)
さっきんかねつこう（れとるとしょくひんせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that operates retort food heat sterilization equipment, manages temperature, pressure, and time to ensure product safety and quality.
Description
The Sterilization Heating Worker (Retort Food Manufacturing) is responsible for sterilizing food packed in retort pouches under high-temperature and high-pressure conditions. Set temperature, pressure, and time on the sterilization equipment's operation panel, and monitor gauges and sensors during operation. After sterilization, unload products, record quality data, and clean and inspect the equipment. Hygiene management based on HACCP and equipment maintenance are also important roles.
Future Outlook
With increasing food safety awareness and growing demand for diverse retort foods, stable job openings are expected. Introduction of automation and labor-saving technologies is progressing, requiring enhancement of equipment skills.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Shift Leader → Quality Control Staff → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Basic HACCP Knowledge / Equipment Inspection and Maintenance / Quality Record Creation / Retort Sterilization Equipment Operation / Temperature and Pressure Management
Recommended Skills
Equipment Troubleshooting / Food Hygiene Management / Machine Maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Requires meticulous management of sterilization temperature, time, etc. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because work is performed following existing procedures |
Related Qualifications
- First-Class Hygiene Manager
- Food Hygiene Manager
Aliases
- Retort Sterilization Operator
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