Surimi Raw Material Sorter
すいさんねりものげんりょうせんべつこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Material Handling, Cleaning, Packaging, and Sorting Occupations
- Middle : Sorting and Picking Workers
- Minor : Sorting Workers
Summary
This occupation involves sorting and inspecting fish meat and additives that serve as raw materials for fish paste products (such as surimi) manually or with machines, and supplying raw materials that meet quality standards.
Description
Surimi raw material sorters visually or mechanically sort and inspect fish meat, seasonings, and additives that are raw materials for surimi and fish paste products, removing bones, skin, foreign objects, and discolored parts to ensure stable quality. The work mainly consists of standing operations on production lines under refrigerated or frozen facilities, supplying raw materials according to specified sizes, weights, and shapes. While maintaining hygiene management and work efficiency, they work in teams to achieve production targets.
Future Outlook
While automation technology is advancing, detailed foreign object detection and fine adjustments still require manual work, and stable demand is expected to continue.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Line Worker → Group Leader → Process Manager → Quality Control Staff
Required Skills
Basic Hygiene Management Knowledge / Line Work Experience / Manual Dexterity / Visual Inspection
Recommended Skills
Food Factory Employment / Work in Refrigerated Environments
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is essential to avoid missing small bone fragments or foreign objects. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required due to prolonged standing and manual work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The work content is routine, and little originality is required. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Operations mainly involve following instructions rather than proactive suggestions. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced calculations are unnecessary; only checking weights and quantities is needed. |
| Planning & Organization | The work centers on following instructions rather than planning. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
Related Jobs
- Fish Paste Product Manufacturer
- Kneaded Product Molder
- Seafood Processor