Waste Plastic Collector
はいぷらすちっくかいしゅうさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that collects waste plastic from businesses and factories, transports it, and performs sorting operations.
Description
Waste plastic collection workers are responsible for regularly collecting waste plastic generated from manufacturing industries, commercial facilities, and the like, and transporting it using dedicated vehicles. After collection, they remove dirt and foreign matter, sort it by material type, compress and pack it, and deliver it to recycling processing facilities or recycling plants. There is a significant amount of outdoor work and handling of heavy objects, making teamwork and safety management essential.
Future Outlook
With increasing demand for plastic waste recycling, job opportunities are expected to remain stable. In line with strengthened regulations and the realization of a resource-recycling society, advancements in sorting and transportation efficiency, as well as the introduction of automation technologies, are anticipated.
Personality Traits
Adaptable / Good team player / Meticulous / Physically strong / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Early morning shifts / Outdoor work / Physical labor / Shift work / Team-based
Career Path
Collection Worker (Junior) → Leader/Foreman → Route Manager → Site Manager → Recycling Business Promotion Officer
Required Skills
Medium-sized Vehicle Driver's License
Recommended Skills
Forklift Operation Training / Safety and Health Management / Waste Sorting and Recycling Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To prevent contamination by foreign matter and sorting errors, thereby improving recycling efficiency. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical strength is required to load and unload heavy objects and sustain long hours of work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Procedures and processes are predefined, so creativity is not particularly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Primarily simple calculations such as weight measurement, with little complex mathematical analysis. |
Aliases
- Industrial Waste Plastic Recovery Worker
- Waste Plastic Recovery Worker (abbrev)
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- Cleaning Worker
- General Waste Collection and Transportation Worker
- Recycling Plant Worker
- Resource Recovery and Transportation Worker