Surimi Grinding Worker
すいさんねりものすりつぶしこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that grinds fish meat, adds starch and seasonings, kneads it together, and manufactures surimi, which serves as the raw material for seafood kneaded products such as kamaboko.
Description
Surimi grinding workers grind fish meat and seafood using grinders, remove foreign matter and bones, then add starch, salt, sugar, and other seasonings and knead them together. They operate machinery, manage temperatures, and perform quality inspections to produce uniform surimi, supplying raw materials suitable for subsequent processes such as forming, steaming, and packaging. Line work requires hygiene management, machine maintenance, and adherence to safety rules.
Future Outlook
With a declining labor population due to aging and low birth rates, automation and labor-saving technologies are expected to advance. Development of new products is required to meet demands for health-oriented and high-value-added goods. While there is competition from imported products from overseas, differentiation through quality control and branding will be key.
Personality Traits
High Concentration / Patient / Polite and Courteous / Team-Oriented
Work Style
Line Work / Refrigerated and Frozen Environment / Shift Work / Standing Work / Teamwork
Career Path
Surimi Grinding Worker → Fish Meat Kneaded Product Adjuster Worker → Manufacturing Line Leader → Quality Control Staff → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Food Processing Machine Operation / Hygiene Management and Cleaning / Quality Control (Temperature Management) / Raw Material Selection and Pre-processing / Weighing Operations
Recommended Skills
Basic Machine Maintenance / Food Hygiene Management / HACCP Basic Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Detailed visual inspections and measurements are necessary to maintain quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy raw materials. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because it centers on standardized work procedures. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because work mainly progresses by following instructions. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Weighing tasks are involved, but advanced mathematical analysis is not required. |
| Planning & Organization | Because work follows pre-determined processes. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
Aliases
- Fish Meat Kneaded Product Manufacturing Worker
- Surimi Manufacturing Worker
Related Jobs
- Fish Meat Kneaded Product Adjuster Worker
- Kamaboko Manufacturing Worker
- Seafood Processing Worker