Stacking Worker (Tobacco Manufacturing)
たいせきこう（たばこせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing operator who stacks tobacco leaves in the fermentation process, managing temperature and humidity to improve quality.
Description
Stacking Workers are responsible for piling up tobacco leaves in layers in the proper order and quantity to ferment them under specific conditions. They operate fermentation tanks or stacking equipment, regularly measure and record temperature and humidity, and adjust as necessary to ensure uniform quality. They also perform leaf sorting and visual inspections after stacking, identify causes if abnormalities occur, and take measures. The work is done in teams, requiring physical strength for handling heavy objects and prolonged standing.
Future Outlook
Due to declining domestic tobacco consumption and advances in automation technology, traditional stacking operations are decreasing, but the role of skilled workers is expected to be maintained to meet demand for high-quality products.
Personality Traits
Good Teamwork / High Concentration / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Stacking Worker (Beginner) → Manufacturing Staff → Quality Manager → Production Manager
Required Skills
Quality Inspection / Safety and Health Compliance / Stacking Equipment Operation / Temperature and Humidity Measurement
Recommended Skills
Basic Machine Maintenance / Knowledge of Fermentation Process / Record Management / Team Communication Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Requires meticulous attention to maintain stacking thickness and uniformity to prevent quality variations. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because handling heavy objects and standing work require high physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because accuracy in routine tasks is valued more than creative thinking. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because it mainly involves recording measurement values rather than complex numerical analysis. |
Aliases
- Tobacco Stacking Operator
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