Scrap Sorting Worker
スクラップせいりこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Occupation that sorts and organizes discarded metal scrap by type and material, performing pre-processing and cargo handling operations for resource recycling.
Description
Scrap sorting workers receive waste metal at factories or scrap yards and perform operations to sort and classify it by material such as iron or aluminum. They handle removal of foreign matter, operation of crushers, cargo handling using forklifts or cranes, and weight management through weighing. The work involves noise, dust, and heavy labor in outdoor or factory environments, requiring physical strength and safety awareness. The sorted scrap is transported to smelters or resource recycling facilities, contributing to resource circulation.
Future Outlook
While stable job demand is expected due to increasing recycling needs from heightened environmental awareness, the adoption of automation equipment will emphasize machinery operation and safety management skills more.
Personality Traits
Good team player / Meticulous / Physically strong / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Day shift / Heavy equipment operation / Outdoor work / Rotating night shifts / Team work
Career Path
Scrap Sorting Worker → Site Foreman → Factory Manager → Plant Operations Manager
Required Skills
Crane Operation / Forklift Operation Skills / Metal Identification / Slinging / Weight Measurement
Recommended Skills
Construction Vehicle Operation / Safety and Health Knowledge / Waste Disposal Law Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | There is a lot of work carrying heavy metals, so physical strength is essential. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine tasks are the main focus, and originality is not particularly required. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because work procedures basically follow instructions. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Basic calculations for weighing tasks are sufficient. |
Related Qualifications
- Crane Operation Special Training
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- Slinging Skills Training
Aliases
- Scrap Sorting Operator
- Scrap Sorting Worker
Related Jobs
- Heavy Equipment Operator
- Machinist
- Sheet Metal Worker
- Welder