Umeshu Manufacturing Worker
うめしゅせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that manufactures umeshu through plum selection and washing, soaking, fermentation and aging, and performs quality control and hygiene management.
Description
Umeshu manufacturing workers produce umeshu through plum selection and washing, soaking in sugar and alcohol solutions, and fermentation and aging management. During the manufacturing process, they measure and manage quality by checking temperature, sugar content, alcohol percentage, etc., while hygiene management and record-keeping are also important tasks. They are involved in a series of processes up to shipping preparation, such as filling, labeling, and inspection, and may also engage in new recipe development and sensory evaluation of taste.
Future Outlook
While labor shortages are intensifying due to an aging population and declining birthrate, demand for specialized brewing technicians is expected to be maintained to some extent due to the expansion of the craft liquor market and interest in fruit wines. Automation and labor-saving equipment will advance, requiring improvements in production efficiency.
Personality Traits
Curious and Inquisitive / Meticulous / Patient / Team-oriented
Work Style
Factory Work / Full-time Employment / Shift Work / Standing Work
Career Path
Junior Manufacturing Operator → Senior Manufacturing Operator → Manufacturing Leader → Quality Control Staff → Production Manager
Required Skills
Fermentation Technology / Quality Control (Hygiene Management and Inspection) / Raw Material Selection and Washing Technology / Record Management / Sugar Content Measurement
Recommended Skills
Hygiene Management Techniques (HACCP) / Machine Operation (Pumps and Tanks) / Recipe Development / Sensory Evaluation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is necessary for appropriate sugar content, alcohol percentage, and hygiene management. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for transporting raw materials and containers, and prolonged standing work. |
| Problem Solving | Problem-solving skills are required to identify causes and implement measures in cases of fermentation abnormalities or quality degradation. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
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