Surimi Production Worker
すいさんねりものせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation handles the entire manufacturing process from raw material processing to forming, heating, and packaging of fish paste products (kamaboko, chikuwa, hanpen, etc.).
Description
Surimi production workers process fish meat into surimi, mix in seasonings and additives, form it, perform heat treatments such as steaming or baking, and then cool and package it. They are responsible for managing raw material freshness, adjusting temperature and humidity, operating and maintaining machinery, conducting quality inspections, and creating hygiene management records to ensure product safety and quality. They may also propose improvements for production line efficiency and defect reduction. The manufacturing environment is often cool, requiring a certain level of physical stamina, accuracy, and teamwork.
Future Outlook
While there is steady demand for domestic surimi products leading to certain job openings, labor shortages due to an aging population and declining birthrate are becoming severe. Automation and robot adoption are advancing, and demand for highly skilled workers capable of high-value addition and export expansion is expected to increase.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Line Leader (Skilled Worker) → Manufacturing Manager → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Hygiene Management / Production Line Machine Operation / Quality Inspection / Raw Material Mixing and Measurement / Temperature and Humidity Management
Recommended Skills
Food Labeling Law Knowledge / Hygiene Management / Machine Maintenance / QC Techniques
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is essential for hygiene management and maintaining product uniformity. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Standing work and handling heavy objects require physical stamina. |
| Problem Solving | Required for troubleshooting production lines and investigating causes of quality defects. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Coordination with other workers is important in line work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Manufacturing processes mainly consist of routine tasks, requiring low creativity. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Supervisor
Aliases
- Fish Paste Product Production Worker
- Kamaboko Production Worker
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