Sugar Manufacturing Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
An industrial occupation that manufactures sugar from raw materials such as sugarcane and sugar beets. Responsible for processes such as raw material processing, refining, and crystallization.
Description
Sugar manufacturing workers handle a series of processes from raw material processing, saccharification, concentration, crystallization, centrifugal separation, drying, and packaging using sugarcane or sugar beets (beets) as raw materials. After washing and crushing the raw materials, juice is extracted and impurities are removed. Purity is increased through carbonation decolorization and filtration, then concentrated in a vacuum evaporator, and sugar crystals are grown in crystallization tanks. Key tasks include operating centrifuges to separate crystals from mother liquor, quality inspections, equipment maintenance checks, and safety and hygiene management. It is necessary to maintain factory production efficiency while complying with environmental regulations and hygiene standards.
Future Outlook
Although sugar demand is stable, responses to fluctuations in raw material prices and environmental regulations are required, and the introduction of labor-saving and automation technologies is expected to advance. Demand for production efficiency technologies utilizing IoT and AI is on an increasing trend.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Sugar Production Worker → Group Leader (Sugar Production Process) → Manufacturing Engineer → Manufacturing Manager → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Centrifuge Operation / Equipment Maintenance Inspection / Filtration Equipment Operation / Raw Material Weighing / Sugar Production Equipment Operation
Recommended Skills
Environmental Conservation Knowledge / Forklift Operation / Hygiene Management / PLC Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because high precision is required in managing crystallization conditions and impurity removal. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy objects. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operator Training
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