Shirataki Manufacturing Worker
しらたきせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job manufacturing shirataki (thread konnyaku) using konnyaku as raw material. Responsible for the entire process from material blending to forming, boiling, cooling, packaging, and quality inspection.
Description
Shirataki manufacturing workers are specialists who manufacture shirataki (thread konnyaku) using konnyaku flour and water as raw materials. They handle diverse processes including raw material weighing and blending, coagulation through steaming and heating, forming with an extruder, boiling, deashing and washing, cooling, and packaging. They operate manufacturing line machines and manage temperature and time to ensure quality and food safety. Work aligned with hygiene standards like HACCP, along with cleaning and inspections, is essential. Involves extensive standing and handling heavy items, requiring physical stamina.
Future Outlook
With rising health consciousness in Japan, demand for konnyaku products remains stable to slightly increasing, but labor-saving and automation emphasize machine operation and quality management skills. Labor shortages at regional facilities are a challenge.
Personality Traits
Meticulous / Physically Strong / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Line Leader → Quality Control Staff → Factory Production Control → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Hygiene Management / Machine Operation / Product Inspection / Raw Material Weighing
Recommended Skills
HACCP Knowledge / Hygiene Management (HACCP) / Machine Maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To maintain product quality and hygiene |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy materials |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because there is a lot of routine work |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because raw material blending measurements are routine |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
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