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refining machine operator

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Description

Refining machine operators tend machines to refine crude oils, such as soybean oil, cottonseed oil, and peanut oil. They tend wash tanks to remove by-products and remove impurities with heat.

EssentialOptional

Theoretical Knowledge

alkali stages of refining processes for edible oils origin of dietary fats and oils mechanical tools types of lubricants chemistry oil seed process health, safety and hygiene legislation free fatty acid elimination processes

Practical Skills

control flow of oils apply requirements concerning manufacturing of food and beverages be at ease in unsafe environments apply HACCP lift heavy weights clean food and beverage machinery measure density of liquids tend centrifuge machines prepare engine room for operation adhere to organisational guidelines pump products wash oils ensure sanitation apply GMP disassemble equipment monitor centrifugal separators operate centrifuges follow hygienic procedures during food processing ensure public safety and security set up equipment for food production degum liquids exert quality control to processing food perform cleaning duties write routine reports liaise with colleagues interpret data in food manufacturing keep machines oiled for steady functioning ensure compliance with environmental legislation in food production address problems critically liaise with managers check sensorial parameters of oils and fats act reliably label samples contribute to bilge and ballast operations