Silkworm Egg Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A specialized profession that quality-controls silkworm eggs (silkworm seeds) and hatches them in an appropriate environment.
Description
Silkworm egg workers are occupations that manufacture and manage silkworm eggs (silkworm seeds) used in sericulture. Through adjustments to temperature and humidity, hygiene management, pest and disease control, etc., they stably produce and supply high-quality silkworm seeds with high hatching rates. Experienced workers also handle record management and quality inspections, collaborating with sericulture farmers and research institutions to improve seed varieties and enhance production efficiency.
Future Outlook
Although the domestic sericulture industry is in a shrinking trend, demand for high-quality silkworm seeds remains strong, and it has the potential to contribute to revitalizing local industries as regional specialty products. The introduction of automation and labor-saving technologies is expected to reduce workload and improve efficiency.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Indoor Work / Regular Hours / Rural Area Assignment / Shift
Career Path
Silkworm Egg Worker Apprentice → Silkworm Egg Worker → Shift Leader → Production Manager → Sericulture Farm Operator
Required Skills
Hatching Management / Pest and Disease Control Knowledge / Quality Inspection / Sanitation Management / Temperature-Humidity Management
Recommended Skills
Basic Agricultural Knowledge / Basic Machine Operation / Record Keeping
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Precision is required to not miss minute changes in temperature, humidity, etc. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The work follows prescribed procedures, so creativity is not particularly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because quantity management and calculations are relatively minimal. |
Aliases
- Silkworm Egg Worker
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