Sand lance processing worker
いかなごかこうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that processes sand lance through washing, preprocessing, seasoning, boiling and steaming, drying, packaging, etc., into tsukudani or kettle-boiled products.
Description
Sand lance processing workers mainly use sand lance caught in the Seto Inland Sea coastal areas as raw materials to produce high-quality products. First, select, wash, and preprocess the raw materials, add seasonings, and boil/steam for a certain time. The finished products undergo drying or cooling, are packaged in the specified form, undergo quality inspection, and are shipped. Work is performed on a production line, where hygiene management and temperature control are important. Work volume fluctuates seasonally, requiring physical strength and teamwork.
Future Outlook
While there is stable demand dependent on sand lance catch volume, challenges include aging workforce and fluctuations in catch volume. Potential for progress in mechanization and automation for quality improvement and labor saving.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Diligent / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Factory employment / Seasonal peak / Shift work / Standing work
Career Path
Line worker → Line leader → Manufacturing manager → Quality manager → Factory manager
Required Skills
Fish preprocessing skills / Hygiene management / Machine operation (boiler) / Packaging work / Quality inspection
Recommended Skills
Basic knowledge of machine maintenance / Hygiene management knowledge / Understanding of raw material characteristics / Work efficiency improvement
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because detailed management of boiling/steaming time, temperature, amount of seasonings, etc., directly impacts quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires physical stamina due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy containers. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Primarily follows prescribed procedures, so advanced logical thinking is minimal. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Work is repetitive with low freedom in ideation. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Involves measuring, but little complex mathematical calculation. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
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