Silkworm Egg Production Worker
さんしゅせいぞうさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Silkworm egg production workers manufacture, disinfect, select, sort, and package high-quality silkworm eggs (silkworm eggs) for sericulture and supply them to producing farms. They rear parent silkworms, perform mating and egg-laying induction, carry out egg disinfection and selection work, and thoroughly manage hygiene and quality maintenance.
Description
Silkworm egg production workers are specialists who manufacture, process, and package eggs (silkworm eggs) used in sericulture. First, they prepare the rearing environment for parent silkworms to promote mating and egg-laying. After egg-laying, they perform disinfection to remove microorganisms and pathogens attached to the eggs, then select and extract only high-quality eggs. After selection, the eggs are divided into specified quantities, packaged, and prepared for shipment to producing farms. The work requires indispensable temperature and humidity management, hygiene management, precise operations, and record-keeping.
Future Outlook
Although Japan's sericulture industry is showing a trend of scale reduction, a certain level of demand is expected to be maintained from the perspective of demand for high-quality domestic silkworm eggs and protection of traditional industries.
Personality Traits
Can pay attention to details / Has a strong sense of responsibility / Has patience / Is meticulous
Work Style
Factory Work / Indoor Work / Seasonal Fluctuations / Shift Work
Career Path
Silkworm Egg Production Assistant → Silkworm Egg Production Worker → Group Leader → Production Manager → Sericulture Technician
Required Skills
Breeding Environment Management / Egg Processing Technology / Hygiene Management / Record and Report Creation / Temperature and Humidity Management
Recommended Skills
Basic Microbiology Knowledge / Machine Operation and Maintenance / Quality Management / Sericulture Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because delicate eggs need to be handled accurately without damage. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because work follows set procedures. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Mainly involves counting eggs and managing package numbers, no need for advanced mathematical analysis. |
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