Surimi Manufacturing Worker
すりみせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
An occupation that manufactures surimi products by grinding fish meat and going through processes such as mixing, heating, forming, and cooling.
Description
Surimi manufacturing workers start by removing heads, entrails, bones, etc., from fish meat and finely grinding the fish meat to prepare the raw materials. They then perform processes such as seasoning and demineralization, and handle the entire series of processes up to heating, forming, cooling, packaging, and freezing. In the factory, they combine machine operations with manual labor and carry out work in accordance with hygiene and quality control standards. There is much standing work in cold water or enclosed factory environments, requiring the ability to cooperate as a team to efficiently run the production line.
Future Outlook
Domestic demand for fish meat products is stable, and work efficiency will improve with the introduction of automation technology, but the role of skilled technicians is expected to remain in quality control and new product development.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Meticulous / Physically strong / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Day shift / Factory work / Night shift / Shift work / Standing work
Career Path
Factory worker → Section leader/Leader → Manufacturing manager → Quality manager → Factory manager candidate
Required Skills
Basic quality control knowledge / Fish preprocessing skills / Hygiene management / Machine operation
Recommended Skills
Food Sanitation Law knowledge / Forklift operation / Machine maintenance / Microbial management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is essential for hygiene management and quality maintenance. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to prolonged standing work in cold water or high-humidity environments. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The work mainly follows prescribed procedures, and creative thinking is not particularly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Involves quantity measurements and blend ratio calculations, but little advanced quantitative analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Supervisor
- Forklift Operation Training
Aliases
- Fish Surimi Manufacturing Worker
- Surimi Worker
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