Starch manufacturing worker
でんぷんせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that extracts and refines starch from raw materials and manufactures products suited to their uses.
Description
Starch manufacturing workers receive raw materials such as potatoes and corn, and manufacture starch through processes including washing, soaking, crushing, separation, sedimentation and centrifugation, dehydration, and drying. They operate and adjust machinery during the manufacturing process, conduct quality inspections, and manage hygiene to ensure safe and efficient production. They are also responsible for equipment inspections and maintenance, as well as sampling and analysis of raw materials and products to ensure quality meets product standards. Shift work in teams is common, and communication and improvement suggestions are required to maintain stable operation of the production line.
Future Outlook
Supported by stable demand across the food industry as a whole, job openings for starch manufacturing are expected to maintain a certain level. With the expansion of health-oriented and functional food markets, there will be demand for advanced processing techniques and quality management, potentially increasing the need for highly specialized personnel. While labor-saving and automation technologies will improve work efficiency, skills in machine maintenance and process management will become even more important.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / High safety awareness / Meticulous / Physically fit / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Factory work / Shift work / Standing work / Uniform/work clothes required
Career Path
Manufacturing operator → Shift leader → Manufacturing supervisor → Production manager → Factory manager
Required Skills
Hygiene management / Machine operation and adjustment / Process management / Quality inspection / Safety management / Weighing
Recommended Skills
Basic knowledge of PLC control / Basic knowledge of microbial inspection / Machine maintenance / Reading English technical documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to handling heavy raw materials and prolonged standing work. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Line operation requires essential teamwork cooperation. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine tasks are the main focus, and creativity is not particularly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Food hygiene manager
- Forklift operation skills training completion
Aliases
- Starch manufacturing worker
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