Sifting Worker (Tea Manufacturing)
しぶんこう（せいちゃ）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Job in tea factories that sifts tea leaves and sorts them by particle size and quality.
Description
Sifting Worker (Tea Manufacturing) is a job in tea factories that passes tea leaves through sieves with specified mesh sizes to remove stems, powder, and foreign matter, and sorts them by particle size and quality. Involves operating sieving machines, setting up machinery, cleaning and maintenance, visual inspection to remove defective products, and improving production line efficiency and product uniformity. In addition to line work based on production plans, handles collection and reprocessing of waste tea, and hygiene management of the work environment.
Future Outlook
Stable demand for tea leaf manufacturing is expected due to increasing demand for health-oriented beverages. Importance of machine operation skills increases with introduction of automation and labor-saving technologies.
Personality Traits
High concentration / Polite and courteous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Tea Manufacturing Line Worker → Leader → Quality Control Staff → Production Manager
Required Skills
Hygiene Management / Sieving Machine Operation / Tea Manufacturing Line Work / Visual Inspection
Recommended Skills
Forklift Operation Skills / Machine Maintenance / Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is important to not miss impurities or foreign matter. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for long hours of standing and repetitive work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly follows prescribed procedures, no creativity required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Little need for advanced calculations such as numerical analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Skills Training Completion
Aliases
- Tea Leaf Sieving Worker
- Tea Leaf Sorter
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