Leaf Tobacco Blender
はたばこちょうわこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job that blends leaf tobacco from multiple origins and varieties to achieve uniform quality and flavor.
Description
Leaf tobacco blenders are specialists who select leaf tobacco, the raw material for tobacco products, by type and grade, and blend it in optimal proportions. They manage the humidity and temperature of raw materials while performing sensory inspections (tasting) to achieve the target flavor, aroma, and combustion characteristics. They measure and mix raw materials based on blending recipes, create quality records, and carefully handle factory hygiene management and equipment inspections while working.
Future Outlook
While the market is shrinking due to declining smoking rates, demand continues for raw material blends for heated tobacco and e-cigarettes. As quality control and automation technologies advance, expectations are rising for highly specialized blending technicians.
Personality Traits
Excellent Observation Skills / Has Hygiene Awareness / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Career Path
Line Operator (Blending担当) → Quality Control Staff → Production Management → Factory Manager → Technology Development
Required Skills
Mixing Ratio Management / Sensory Inspection / Temperature and Humidity Control / Understanding Hygiene Management Standards
Recommended Skills
Basic Chemistry Knowledge / Data Analysis / Sensory Evaluation / Statistical Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is required to not miss subtle changes in flavor or quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required due to raw material handling and long hours of standing work. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
Aliases
- Tobacco Blender
Related Jobs
- Packaging Worker
- Quality Control Inspector
- Tobacco Manufacturing Worker