Sorting Worker (Recycled Resources Wholesale)
せんべつこう（さいせいしげんおろしうりぎょう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Material Handling, Cleaning, Packaging, and Sorting Occupations
- Middle : Sorting and Picking Workers
- Minor : Sorting Workers
Summary
In the recycled resources wholesale industry, sorting workers classify collected resource waste by type and handle the preliminary processes for recycling.
Description
Sorting workers (recycled resources wholesale) manually or mechanically sort collected waste and recyclable resources by type. They visually identify resource waste on conveyors and sort it into combustibles, non-combustibles, metals, plastics, paper, etc. The work involves standing and may require handling heavy objects, demanding physical stamina. Teamwork to improve efficiency and knowledge of safety and hygiene are also important.
Future Outlook
Demand for waste sorting and recycling is expected to remain stable, with continued needs due to rising environmental awareness and stricter regulations. However, advancements in automation and mechanization are anticipated to improve work efficiency.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Doesn't mind routine work / Patient / Team-oriented
Work Style
Career Path
Line Leader → Site Supervisor → Factory Manager → Equipment Maintenance Technician
Required Skills
Basic Safety and Health Knowledge / Judgment / Manual Dexterity / Standing Work Tolerance
Recommended Skills
Cleaning Techniques / Forklift Operation Skills / Knowledge of Waste Disposal Laws
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High attention to detail is required to not miss small foreign objects. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for long hours of standing work and handling heavy objects. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Coordination is important due to line work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine work is the main focus, so creativity is not particularly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Mathematical analysis is hardly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
Aliases
- Recycling Sorting Worker
- Resource Sorting Worker
Related Jobs
- Packaging Worker
- Picking Worker
- Separation Worker
- Sorting Worker