Shark fin processing worker
ふかひれかこうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A craftsman who cleans, sorts, dries, heat-treats shark fins, etc., and processes them into a state ready for shipment as products.
Description
Shark fin processing workers receive raw shark fins, then clean and sort them, remove moisture through drying and heat treatment to stabilize quality. They are responsible for thorough hygiene and temperature management, finishing them into shapes and colors that meet standards, and finally packaging and preparing for shipment. Trimming and inspection are mostly manual, requiring skilled techniques and accuracy.
Future Outlook
While mechanization and automation are advancing due to population decline and labor shortages, stable demand is expected as a premium ingredient.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Site worker → Group leader / team leader → Process manager → Quality control staff → Factory manager
Required Skills
Basic hygiene management knowledge / Fin selection and cutting technique / Quality control (temperature management) / Tool operation
Recommended Skills
Food labeling law knowledge / HACCP basic knowledge / Packaging machine operation / Quality inspection
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accuracy is extremely important in detailed inspections and trimming. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to frequent standing work and handling of heavy objects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Work is mainly according to manuals, so creativity is not particularly required. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Independent judgment is limited as work follows operation manuals. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Mainly quantity management, no need for advanced mathematical analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- Food hygiene manager
Aliases
- Seafood processing worker (shark fin)
- Shark fin processing worker
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