Meat Processing Technician (Jarred Manufacturing)
しょくにくちょうりこう（びんづめせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job involving on-site operations to process meat raw materials and manufacture them into canned products.
Description
The meat processing technician (jarred manufacturing) receives and inspects meat raw materials, then cuts them by part, removes bones, excess fat, and sinews, and mixes with seasoning liquid and spices. After seasoning, it undergoes filling into jars or cans, sealing, and high-temperature high-pressure sterilization processes using retorts, followed by product quality inspection, labeling, packing, and shipping preparation. The production line requires regular cleaning and inspection based on hygiene management standards, and understanding of safety and quality maintenance techniques (such as HACCP) is also required.
Future Outlook
While labor shortages due to declining birthrates and aging population continue, the adoption of automation and labor-saving equipment is progressing. With increasing demand for high-value-added foods, demand for personnel skilled in hygiene management and machine operation remains stable.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Dispatched contract employee / Factory work / Shifts / Standing work / Uniform provided
Career Path
Line worker → Group leader and site leader → Quality control staff → Production manager → Factory manager candidate
Required Skills
Hygiene management / Jar and can filling machine operation / Meat dismantling technique / Seasoning liquid mixing and filling / Sterilization operation
Recommended Skills
Basic knowledge of machine maintenance / Food Hygiene Manager qualification / Forklift driving skills / Quality management (HACCP)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Fine adjustments and prevention of foreign matter contamination are essential for ensuring product quality and safety. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Frequent standing work and handling of heavy objects require physical stamina. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Line work requires collaboration with others, and coordination across the entire production process is important. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Routine tasks predominate, and complex analytical thinking is not greatly required. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Product development is handled by specialized departments, and at the site, adherence to procedures is valued more than creativity. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Work is primarily based on instructions, and proactive improvements are often handled by specialized departments. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Measurements are standardized, and advanced mathematical analysis is not required. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- Knowledge of HACCP methods
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