Fresh Fish Sorter (Processing Factory)
せんぎょせんべつこう（かこうこうじょう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Material Handling, Cleaning, Packaging, and Sorting Occupations
- Middle : Sorting and Picking Workers
- Minor : Sorting Workers
Summary
In processing factories, sort fresh fish by type, size, and quality, remove foreign matter and damaged parts, and prepare for shipment and packaging.
Description
Fresh fish sorters divide delivered fish by type and specifications on sorting lines or worktables in factories, remove damage, dirt, and foreign objects, and package according to specified sizes and weights. Using manual labor or simple machines, they process quickly and accurately while complying with quality and hygiene standards. Much of the work is in refrigerated or frozen rooms, requiring the physical stamina to endure long hours of standing work and repetitive motions. They may also be responsible for forklift transportation or packaging machine operation.
Future Outlook
While automation advances due to labor shortages from declining birthrates and aging population, detailed quality control and skilled appraisal remain essential.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Dexterous hands and good at detailed work / Hygiene-conscious / Patient
Work Style
Factory work / Manufacturing line / Part-time / Refrigerated/frozen work / Shift
Career Path
Skilled Sorter → Group Leader → Quality Control Staff → Manufacturing Manager → Factory Supervisor
Required Skills
Basic hygiene management knowledge / Expertise in judging fresh fish / Packing / Sorting techniques
Recommended Skills
Basic HACCP knowledge / Communication skills (team) / Forklift operation / Packaging machine operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High attention to detail is needed to avoid missing small scratches or foreign objects. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required due to prolonged standing and manual work in refrigerated environments. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Mainly simple tasks following procedures; complex analysis is rarely needed. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Almost no creative thinking is required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Only to the extent of checking weights and quantities; advanced mathematical skills not required. |
| Planning & Organization | Mainly work following instructions rather than prior planning. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Supervisor
- Forklift Operator
- HACCP Manager
Aliases
- Fish Sorting Worker
- Fresh Fish Picking Worker
- Fresh Fish Sorter
Related Jobs
- Fresh Fish Processor
- Inspection Worker
- Packing Worker
- Seafood Processing Worker