Smoked Herring Manufacturer
くんせいにしんせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job involving manufacturing processes to salt and dry herring, then smoke it to enhance preservability and flavor.
Description
Smoked herring manufacturers use herring as raw material, perform pre-treatments such as salting and drying, and use dedicated smoking equipment to smoke at specific times and temperatures, imparting preservability and flavor. They manage temperature and humidity and conduct quality inspections at each process, finally handling packaging and labeling. Hygiene management and compliance with food labeling laws are required.
Future Outlook
While steady demand is expected due to health-oriented and diversified smoked foods, automation and labor-saving technologies are advancing. The importance of hygiene management and quality assurance will continue to increase.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Factory Work / Full-time Employee / Part-time and Casual OK / Shift Work
Career Path
Junior Processing Worker → Group Leader → Quality Control Manager → Factory Administrator → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Hygiene Management / Quality Inspection / Salting Processing / Smoking Equipment Operation Management / Temperature and Humidity Management
Recommended Skills
Food Labeling Law Knowledge / HACCP Knowledge / Machine Inspection and Maintenance / Packaging Materials Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because strict temperature and time management is required in salting and smoking processes. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy objects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because the processes are standardized and little creativity is required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | There is weighing work, but little advanced calculation. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
Aliases
- Herring Smoked Product Manufacturer
- Smoked Herring Processor
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