Sorter Worker (Parcel Delivery)
しわけさぎょういん（たくはいびん）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that involves classifying and sorting parcels by destination at parcel delivery centers and similar facilities.
Description
Parcel delivery sorters work at logistics centers or delivery bases, using belt conveyors or sorting lines to sort parcels by destination area or delivery route. By reading barcodes or delivery slips on packages and sorting them accurately, they ensure smooth delivery. The work mainly involves standing, and since packages can be heavy, physical stamina is required. Shift work may include early mornings or late nights.
Future Outlook
While stable demand is expected due to the expansion of the online shopping market, the introduction of automation technologies such as sorting robots is also progressing.
Personality Traits
Emphasizes accuracy / Has cooperativeness / Has physical strength / High concentration
Work Style
Dispatched / Early morning work / Shift / Short-time part-time OK
Career Path
Leader (sorting team leader) → Supervisor → Logistics manager → Delivery center operations staff
Required Skills
Recommended Skills
Flow line understanding / Forklift operation skills / Safety and health knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because mis-sorting leads to delivery issues. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is a lot of prolonged standing work and handling of heavy objects. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because coordination with other workers and drivers is necessary. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because routine work is the main focus rather than complex analysis. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because there is more routine work than new ideas. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because work procedures are relatively fixed. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because it focuses more on grasping quantities than numerical analysis. |
Aliases
- Parcel sorting worker
- Sorter
- Warehouse sorting worker
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