Fish and Shellfish Processor
ぎょかいるいかこういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Occupation involving washing and preprocessing fish and shellfish, and processing them into canned or frozen foods, etc.
Description
Fish and shellfish processors use caught fish and shellfish as raw materials to perform washing, gutting, cutting, and other preprocessing, and process them into canned goods, frozen foods, delicacies, etc. They operate machinery such as slicers and belt conveyors while thoroughly managing hygiene and conducting quality inspections, handling the entire production line up to packaging and labeling. Shift work is common depending on seasons and landing volumes, requiring physical stamina and attention to detail to perform repetitive tasks accurately and efficiently.
Future Outlook
The domestic seafood processing industry faces a serious labor shortage, and demand is expected to remain stable in the future. Automation and labor-saving equipment are being introduced, with increasing emphasis on skills in machine operation and quality management.
Personality Traits
Hygiene-conscious / Meticulous / Physically fit / Team-oriented
Work Style
Career Path
Line Worker → Group Leader → Factory Manager → Quality Control Staff
Required Skills
Equipment operation / Fish and shellfish preprocessing skills / Hygiene management knowledge / Packaging
Recommended Skills
Basic machine maintenance / Communication skills / Forklift operation skills / Quality management techniques (HACCP)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is required to not miss small foreign objects or scratches. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Long hours of standing work and handling heavy raw materials are common. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Line work requires coordination to progress tasks. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine tasks are predominant, so creativity is not particularly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Only basic numerical skills for weight and quantity management are needed, so high mathematical ability is not required. |
| Planning & Organization | Work procedures are specified, with emphasis on execution rather than planning. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Supervisor
Aliases
- Seafood Processor
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