Sorting Worker
せんべつこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Material Handling, Cleaning, Packaging, and Sorting Occupations
- Middle : Sorting and Picking Workers
- Minor : Sorting Workers
Summary
A job that involves sorting products or parts by type or quality in warehouses or production lines and removing defective items.
Description
Sorting workers inspect products or parts transported on production lines in factories or warehouses visually or with dedicated machines, sort and classify items that do not meet standards, and separate good products from defective ones. The work is mainly manual on flow lines, requiring repeated accurate operations. They may record and report the causes of defective products based on safety, hygiene, and quality control standards. Standing work and a certain level of physical strength are required, and many sites operate on shift systems or include night shifts.
Future Outlook
Demand is stable due to the expansion of the e-commerce market, but in the future, automation and robot introduction may advance, potentially changing the work content.
Personality Traits
Dexterous Hands Skilled in Detailed Work / High Concentration / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Night Shifts / Shift Work / Standing Work / Warehouse Duty
Career Path
Sorting Work Leader → Quality Control Staff → Warehouse Work Staff → Logistics Manager
Required Skills
Recommended Skills
Basic Quality Control Knowledge / Machine Operation / Safety and Hygiene Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to accurately sort without missing defective products. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical stamina is required to sustain long hours of standing work and repetitive tasks. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because the work is routine and does not require creativity. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced numerical analysis is not required. |
| Planning & Organization | Because there are few opportunities to make plans independently, following instructions. |
Aliases
- Sorting Operator
- Sorting Worker
Related Jobs
- Forklift Operator
- Inspection Worker
- Packing Worker
- Picking Worker
- Warehouse Worker