Shochu Manufacturing Worker
しょうちゅうせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that ferments and distills raw materials such as rice koji and sweet potatoes to produce shochu. A technical position responsible for all manufacturing processes.
Description
Shochu manufacturing workers manage and operate the entire series of manufacturing processes, including selecting and crushing raw materials, saccharification, fermentation, distillation, storage, and aging, to produce shochu from rice koji or sweet potatoes. They manage the temperature and sugar content of fermentation tanks, operate distillation equipment, conduct quality inspections, adjust alcohol content, and are involved across a wide range, including setting aging conditions that influence the product's flavor and quality. Equipment inspection, cleaning, and hygiene management are also important, with accurate recording of each process to produce stable products.
Future Outlook
While expansion in shochu demand is expected both domestically and internationally, due to labor shortages and advances in mechanization and automation, there will be demand for personnel with advanced technical skills and quality management capabilities.
Personality Traits
Curious and inquisitive / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Heavy labor / Indoor work / Line work / Shift work / Team work
Career Path
Shochu manufacturing staff → Chief brewing technician → Brewing chief → Quality control supervisor → Factory manager
Required Skills
Equipment operation and maintenance / Fermentation and distillation technology / Measuring instrument operation / Quality analysis / Raw material blending adjustment
Recommended Skills
Basic knowledge of microbiology and chemistry / Brewing technology / Hygiene management / Production data management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute quality fluctuations affect flavor. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is handling of heavy raw materials and equipment, and long hours of standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because manufacturing processes proceed based on established regulations. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Supervisor
- Liquor Production License
Aliases
- Shochu artisan
- Shochu manufacturing technician
- Shochu manufacturing worker
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