Seafood Processing Technician (Canning)
すいさんちょうりこう（かんづめせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing line job that processes seafood raw materials into canned products through sterilization, and handles packaging and shipping.
Description
Seafood processing technicians (canning) select and pre-process raw materials such as fish and shellfish, fill and seal using canning machines, and perform heat sterilization (retort). After sterilization, they conduct quality inspections and foreign object detection using metal detectors. If no issues are found, they apply labels, package, and ship the products. To ensure stable production line operation, simple machine maintenance, cleaning, and hygiene management (HACCP) must be performed continuously.
Future Outlook
While automation and robotization advance due to labor shortages from population decline, demand for preserved foods remains stable, and expertise in hygiene management and quality assurance will be increasingly valued.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Cooperative / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Factory work / Shifts / Temperature-controlled environment / Uniform work clothes provided
Career Path
Line worker → Group leader/Leader → Manufacturing section manager → Factory manager → Quality control staff
Required Skills
Disinfection and cleaning work / Filling machine operation / Hygiene management (HACCP) / Quality inspection / Retort operation
Recommended Skills
5S activities / Food Labeling Law knowledge / Machine maintenance (basic) / Quality management techniques (QC)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because small foreign objects or sealing defects directly impact product safety. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy objects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Many routine tasks, and little creativity is required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Quantitative calculations during the process are simple. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Supervisor
- HACCP Training
Aliases
- Canned Goods Manufacturing Worker
- Seafood Processing Worker
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