1.
light work; simple manual tasks
Physical work that does not require heavy lifting, specialized skills, or strenuous effort. Commonly used in job listings for warehouse sorting, packaging, labeling, and similar tasks.
倉庫での軽作業のアルバイトを見つけた。
I found a part-time job doing light work at a warehouse.
軽作業なら体力に自信がなくてもできる。
If it's light work, you can do it even without much stamina.
求人サイトで「軽作業」と検索したら、梱包やシール貼りの仕事がたくさん出てきた。
When I searched for "light work" on a job site, many packing and labeling jobs came up.
USAGE:
One of the most common terms in Japanese part-time job (アルバイト) listings. Typical tasks include sorting packages, applying labels, assembling simple products, and inspecting items. Often described as suitable for beginners (未経験者歓迎).
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 軽作業スタッフ (light work staff)
- 軽作業の求人 (light work job listing)
- 倉庫内軽作業 (warehouse light work)