Seafood Processing Technician (Retort Food Manufacturing)
すいさんちょうりこう（れとるとしょくひんせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing job handling cooking, sterilization, and packaging processes for retort foods using seafood raw materials. Hygiene management and quality maintenance are crucial.
Description
Seafood Processing Technician (Retort Food Manufacturing) is responsible for a series of line operations from processing fresh fish and seafood raw materials, cooking, retort pressure sterilization, filling, packaging, and labeling. Based on the production plan, they perform raw material washing, cutting, and seasoning, strictly managing sterilization conditions and filling amounts. They operate, inspect, and clean production equipment and packaging machines, create and manage manufacturing records, and thoroughly implement hygiene management in line with HACCP and GMP. They ensure quality assurance through inspections inside and outside the processes and temperature measurements, balancing manufacturing efficiency and safety.
Future Outlook
Demand for retort foods continues to expand due to health consciousness and time-saving needs. Introduction of automation and labor-saving technologies is advancing, requiring advanced skills in machine operation and quality management.
Personality Traits
Good Team Player / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Contract Employee / Dispatched Employee / Factory Work / Full-time Employee / Shift Work
Career Path
Line Worker → Group Leader (Leader) → Process Manager → Quality Manager → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Creation and Management of Manufacturing Records / Hygiene Management / Packaging Line Operation / Plugging and Sealing Check / Retort Sterilization Equipment Operation
Recommended Skills
Forklift Operation Skills / ISO Standards Knowledge / Machine Inspection and Maintenance / Quality Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because mistakes in heating temperature or hygiene conditions directly affect quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and heavy labor. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Team cooperation is essential in line work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine tasks are the main focus, with few opportunities for new idea generation. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Complex calculations are few, and basic counting suffices. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
Aliases
- Retort Food Manufacturing Worker
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