Surimi Forming Worker
すいさんねりものせいけいこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing job that adds seasonings and colorings to fish surimi and shapes surimi products such as kamaboko and chikuwa into prescribed forms using forming machines or molds.
Description
Surimi forming workers use fish surimi as raw material, add seasonings and colorings, then use forming machines or molds to shape surimi products such as kamaboko, chikuwa, and hanpen into specified shapes. Work processes range widely from raw material inspection, mixing, feeding into forming machines, heating and steaming, cooling, quality inspection, packaging and packing, cleaning and disinfection, requiring hygiene management based on the Food Sanitation Act. Machine operation and maintenance, temperature and humidity control, and sensory judgment of raw material conditions are important, with much physically demanding work such as standing and raw material transport.
Future Outlook
Demand for surimi products remains stable due to declining birthrates and rising health consciousness, and with advancing automation and labor-saving technologies, advanced skills in machine operation and quality management are required.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Surimi Forming Worker → Group Leader → Manufacturing Supervisor → Factory Manager → Production Department Manager
Required Skills
Disinfection and cleaning operations / Food hygiene knowledge / Forming machine operation / Weight measurement
Recommended Skills
Hygiene management knowledge / Machine maintenance / Production management / Quality management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because hygiene management and product shape accuracy are important. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because standing work and transporting heavy raw materials require physical strength. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because forming work follows prescribed procedures. |
| Planning & Organization | Because process planning is done by superiors. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Supervisor
Aliases
- Surimi Processing Worker
Related Jobs
- Kamaboko Manufacturer
- Surimi Manufacturer