Surimi Production Equipment Operator

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Industry & Occupation

Agriculture, Forestry, Fisheries & Environment

Classification

Summary

This occupation involves operating equipment to produce surimi products such as kamaboko made from fish meat, and managing the production line from raw material input to forming and heating processes.

Description

Surimi production equipment operators are professionals who operate and monitor line equipment to produce surimi products such as kamaboko and satsuma-age made from fish meat as raw material. They measure and load raw materials, properly operate mixers, forming machines, steaming and frying equipment, and adjust production conditions such as temperature and time. They also handle product quality inspections, equipment cleaning and washing, daily maintenance checks, and are required to work in compliance with safety and hygiene standards.

Future Outlook

While automation and labor-saving measures are advancing to address declining birthrates, aging population, and labor shortages, the demand for technicians in quality control and equipment maintenance remains high. Career development into production technology and plant engineering fields is also expected.

Personality Traits

Excellent observation skills / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility

Work Style

Factory Employment / Shift Work / Standing Work / Team Work

Career Path

Operator → Shift Leader → Line Supervisor → Production Management → Factory Manager

Required Skills

Drainage and Cleaning Work / Line Monitoring / Machine Operation / Process Management / Raw Material Measurement

Recommended Skills

Equipment Improvement Proposals / Hygiene Management / Machine Maintenance / PLC Control / Quality Control

Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)

Item Description
Attention to Detail & Accuracy Necessary to detect minute abnormalities to maintain product quality.
Physical Stamina & Endurance Required due to standing work and raw material handling, etc., which demand physical strength.

Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)

Item Description
Creativity & Ideation Because operations are based on manuals.
Numerical & Quantitative Analysis Advanced mathematical analysis is not required.

Related Qualifications

  • Food Hygiene Manager
  • Forklift Operation Training

Aliases

  • Kamaboko Production Equipment Operator
  • Surimi Product Production Operator

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  • Food Production Equipment Operator
  • Kamaboko Artisan
  • Seafood Processor

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