Coarse Sugar Manufacturing Worker
ざらめせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that manufactures coarse sugar through the process of dissolving and boiling sugar and promoting crystallization. Involves machine operation and temperature and sugar content management to ensure stable quality and hygiene.
Description
Coarse sugar manufacturing workers dissolve sugar into a saturated solution, perform appropriate temperature management and stirring to promote crystallization, and manufacture coarse sugar. The work processes include sugar weighing and pre-treatment, dissolution and filtration, heating and boiling, cooling and crystallization, centrifugal separation or drying, particle size selection, quality inspection, and packaging. They operate and maintain machinery (crystallization kettles, stirrers, centrifuges, dryers, etc.) and conduct thorough quality management using sugar refractometers and thermometers. The factory environment tends to be hot and humid, workers wear safety equipment, and comply with the Food Sanitation Law and HACCP standards. Based on production plans, they perform line operations in teams to achieve efficient production and meet delivery deadlines.
Future Outlook
With advancements in food processing technology, efficiency improvements, and automation, machine operation and quality management skills are expected to become increasingly important. As domestic and international food cultures change, demand for sugar processed products including coarse sugar remains stable, and there will continue to be needs for workers with specialized expertise.
Personality Traits
High concentration / Hygiene-conscious / Meticulous / Physically strong / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Factory work / Shift / Standing work / Team work / Uniform provided
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Line Leader → Manufacturing Manager → Quality Control Staff → Production Engineer
Required Skills
Dryer Centrifuge Operation / Machine Operation (Kettle/Stirrer) / Sugar Content Measurement / Temperature Control / Weighing and Blending
Recommended Skills
HACCP / Machine Maintenance / Quality Control Methods (QC) / Safety and Hygiene Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because subtle adjustments in temperature and sugar content management directly affect quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Involves frequent heavy lifting and long hours of standing work, requiring high physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly involves repeating standardized processes, so there is little opportunity to demonstrate creativity. |
Related Qualifications
- Confectionery Hygienist
- Food Hygiene Supervisor
Aliases
- Coarse Sugar Manufacturing Operator
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