Salt Manufacturer
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Uses seawater or salt lake brine as raw material to evaporate and concentrate, manufacturing edible and industrial salt.
Description
Salt manufacturers use brine such as seawater or salt lake water as raw materials and evaporate moisture using salt pans or vacuum evaporation equipment to harvest, purify, dry, and package crystallized salt. They manage salt concentration and water quality in each process to stably supply products meeting quality standards. Key duties also include equipment operation and monitoring, initial response to failures, hygiene management, and equipment maintenance.
Future Outlook
Table salt is a daily necessity with stable demand. Challenges include energy costs and environmental regulations, while development of high value-added products like mineral-containing salt is expected.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing operator → Quality control manager → Line leader → Manufacturing manager → Factory manager
Required Skills
Chemical analysis / Equipment inspection and maintenance / Plant operation control / Salinity measurement / pH measurement
Recommended Skills
Hygiene management (HACCP) / Machine operation / Quality control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Detailed quality control is necessary to maintain consistent product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires physical stamina due to frequent heavy lifting and outdoor work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because routine work is predominant, creativity is not particularly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Hazardous Materials Handler (Class B)
Aliases
- Salt Craftsman
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