Shiitake Spawn Plug Manufacturing Worker
しいたけたねこませいぞうさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
An agriculture, forestry, and fisheries worker who manufactures spawn plugs for shiitake cultivation and inoculates and cultures fungi into logs or culture media.
Description
Shiitake spawn plug manufacturing workers are a profession that produces spawn plugs, the starting point of shiitake cultivation. They inoculate appropriate fungal strains into logs or culture medium blocks and culture them in temperature- and humidity-controlled environments. They handle a series of processes including pre-inoculation sterilization and disinfection, stable mycelium culturing, post-production quality inspection, packaging, and shipping. Hygiene management, equipment operation, and work record management are important.
Future Outlook
Domestic mushroom demand is stable, and the introduction of automation and cultivation technologies is expected to advance for labor saving and quality improvement.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Indoor and Outdoor Work / Seasonal Fluctuations / Standing Work / Team Work
Career Path
Shiitake Cultivation Worker → Mushroom Cultivation Manager → Production Technician → Farm Manager
Required Skills
Fungal Strain Handling / Hygiene Management / Spawn Plug Manufacturing Machine Operation / Sterilization and Disinfection Techniques
Recommended Skills
Basic Microbiology Knowledge / Quality Management / Temperature and Humidity Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Handling microorganisms requires meticulous hygiene management and quality checks. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy objects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The work processes are standardized, and creativity is not particularly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Calculations and quantitative analysis are hardly required. |
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