Uni Shiokara Manufacturer
うにしおからせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A food processing occupation that produces shiokara by salting and fermenting sea urchin as raw material.
Description
Uni Shiokara Manufacturers extract the sea urchin gonads, salt and ferment them with salt and sake to produce shiokara. They handle a wide range of tasks including raw material selection and preprocessing (washing and sorting), fermentation processes managed by salt and temperature control, quality inspections, packaging and labeling, hygiene management, and creation of production records. While respecting traditional methods, they comply with hygiene standards and food safety regulations to stably supply high-quality products.
Future Outlook
While labor shortages in the processing industry are intensifying due to an aging population and declining birth rates, demand for traditional fermented foods remains strong, and advancements in quality improvements and automation technology introduction are expected.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Marine Product Processor Apprentice → Uni Shiokara Manufacturer → Production Line Leader → Quality Control Staff → Processing Process Manager
Required Skills
Hygiene Management / Packaging and Labeling / Quality Control (Temperature Management) / Raw Material Preprocessing Skills / Salting Management
Recommended Skills
Fermented Food Production / Machine Maintenance / Machine Operation / Seasoning Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High attention to detail is required for fine adjustments in salt amount and fermentation state. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Handling heavy raw materials and much standing work requires physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Often involves following procedures in work. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Work is mainly based on existing recipes, with low creativity. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Only basic measurement work is needed, no advanced mathematical skills required. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
Aliases
- Uni Shiokara Artisan
- Uni Shiokara Manufacturer
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