Seafood Processing Worker (Canned Manufacturing)
ぎょかいるいちょうりこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job involving each process of canned seafood manufacturing (pre-processing, filling, sealing, sterilization, packaging, inspection) using seafood as raw material.
Description
Seafood processing workers (canned manufacturing) receive caught seafood, perform sorting, washing, and pre-processing, then fill cans with seasoning liquids or oil, seal them, conduct pressure sterilization, apply labels, package, and perform final inspections. Duties also include operating manufacturing line machines, maintaining quality such as fill amounts and temperature management, safety and hygiene management, and simple maintenance and inspections of machines. Quick operations according to production plans and teamwork are required.
Future Outlook
Amid population decline and advancing automation and robotization of manufacturing lines, skills adaptable to labor-saving and efficiency improvements are in demand. Stable demand will continue, but acquiring knowledge of the latest equipment is essential.
Personality Traits
Good team player / Meticulous / Physically strong / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Line Leader → Quality Control Staff → Manufacturing Manager → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Canned Food Manufacturing Machine Operation / Hygiene Management / Quality Inspection / Simple Machine Maintenance and Inspection
Recommended Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to accurately manage fill amounts and sealing conditions. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because handling heavy cans and prolonged standing work are required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because processes often follow manuals. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because there is measurement involved but little advanced calculation. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
- Forklift Operator
Aliases
- Can Worker
- Canned Food Manufacturing Worker
- Fishery Product Processing Worker
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