Harvest Worker (Vegetables)
しゅうかくさぎょうしゃ（やさい）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that determines the ripeness of vegetables, efficiently harvests them using manual labor or machinery, and sorts and packs them in a condition suitable for shipment or processing.
Description
Vegetable Harvest Workers determine the optimal ripeness timing for vegetables such as fruit vegetables and root vegetables, and perform harvesting using manual labor or harvesting machines. After harvesting, to prevent spoilage, they sort and grade them, apply packing and cold treatment, and transport to shipment or processing sites. The work is mainly outdoors, requiring flexible responses to weather conditions and growth status. Team coordination is essential, as well as attention to safety, hygiene, and food sanitation.
Future Outlook
Due to an aging population and labor shortages, demand for harvest workers remains high, while the introduction of robot harvesters and automation technologies is progressing. By acquiring machinery operation skills and broad knowledge of agricultural work, stable employment in the future can be expected.
Personality Traits
Interested in Nature or Agriculture / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility / Team-oriented
Work Style
Career Path
Harvest Worker → Harvest Leader → Field Manager → Farm Staff → Agricultural Operator
Required Skills
Agricultural Machinery Operation / Harvesting Techniques / Judging Ripeness of Agricultural Products / Packing Work
Recommended Skills
Agricultural Machinery Maintenance (Basic) / Basic Knowledge of Food Hygiene / Refrigerated Storage Management Techniques
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To determine the ripeness of vegetables and harvest without damage. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Long hours of standing work and frequent heavy load carrying require physical stamina. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | To improve work efficiency by cooperating in groups. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because there is little specialized analytical work. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because routine work is the main focus and creativity is limited. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because there is little calculation work. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Training
- Large Special Vehicle License
Aliases
- Vegetable Harvest Worker
- Vegetable Harvester
- Vegetable Picker
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- Farm Worker
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