blanching machine process
Machines which heat food with steam or water in order to kill bacteria, preserve colour and remove trapped air.
Blanching operators remove outer coverings or skins from almonds and nuts in general. They cut leaves and impurities of raw material and control the flow of nuts, seeds, and/or leaves in the process. They use pressure and temperature to blanch the raw material if necessary.
Competences and skills
38 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 3 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
3 competencesfood safety principles
Scientific background of food safety which includes preparation, handling, and storage of food to minimise the risk of foodborne illness and other health hazards.
mechanical almond processing
Mechanical processing of almonds by cracking, selecting the nuts and shell waste disposal.
Cross-sector
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Essential skills and competences 20 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
8 competencesadminister ingredients in food production
Ingredients to be added and the required amounts according to the recipe and the way those ingredients are to be administered.
apply GMP
Apply regulations regarding manufacture of food and food safety compliance. Employ food safety procedures based on Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
- Scope note
- There are countries that adopt their own national regulations such as the British standard and/or international ones as well: International Features Standards (IFS). In these cases, producers should comply with international standards also.
apply requirements concerning manufacturing of food and beverages
Apply and follow national, international, and internal requirements quoted in standards, regulations and other specifications related with manufacturing of food and beverages.
ensure public safety and security
Implement the relevant procedures, strategies and use the proper equipment to promote local or national security activities for the protection of data, people, institutions, and property.
exert quality control to processing food
Ensure the quality of all factors involved in a food production process.
maintain mechanical equipment
Observe and listen to machinery operation to detect malfunction. Service, repair, adjust, and test machines, parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical principles. Maintain and repair vehicles meant for cargo, passengers, farming and landscaping.
monitor almond blanching process
Monitoring almonds as they emerge from the blanching machine and making adjustments to the machine to make sure that skins are adequately removed.
tend blanching machines
Choose the appropriate settings for steam and boiled water and set the adequate configurations and times for the machine to perform according to production requirements.
Cross-sector
12 competencesadhere to organisational guidelines
Adhere to organisational or department specific standards and guidelines. Understand the motives of the organisation and the common agreements and act accordingly.
apply HACCP
Apply regulations regarding manufacture of food and food safety compliance. Employ food safety procedures based on Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP).
- Scope note
- There are countries that adopt their own national regulations such as the British standard and/or international ones as well: International Features Standards (IFS). In these cases, producers should comply with international standards also.
be at ease in unsafe environments
Be at ease in unsafe environments like being exposed to dust, rotating equipment, hot surfaces, sub-freezing and cold storage areas, noise, wet floors and moving lift equipment.
carry out checks of production plant equipment
Carry out checks of the machinery and equipment used in the production plant. Ensure that the machinery is working properly, set machines before usage, and assure continuous operability of the equipment.
disassemble equipment
Disassembles equipment using hand tools in order to clean equipments and to perform regular operational maintenance.
follow hygienic procedures during food processing
Ensure a clean working space according to hygienic standards in the food processing industry.
follow production schedule
Follow production schedule taking into account all requirements, times and needs. This schedule outlines what individual commodities must be produced in each time period and encapsulates various concerns like production, staffing, inventory, etc. It is usually linked to manufacturing where the plan indicates when and how much of each product will be demanded. Utilise all the information in the actual implementation of the plan.
lift heavy weights
Lift heavy weights and apply ergonomic lifting techniques to avoid damaging the body.
mark differences in colours
Identify differences between colours, such as shades of colour.
pump products
Operate pumping machines according to specific procedures and depending on the kind of product. Ensure correct quantities and adequate feeding for the process.
set up machine controls
Set up or adjust machine controls to regulate conditions such as material flow, temperature, or pressure.
work in conveyor belts in food manufacturing
Work in rotating conveyor belt systems in food manufacturing.
Optional knowledge 2 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competencecondiment manufacturing processes
The manufacturing processes and technologies for producing condiments, spices, and seasonings. The techniques to produce products such as mayonnaise, vinegars, and cooking herbs.
Cross-sector
1 competencehealth, safety and hygiene legislation
The set of health, safety and hygiene standards and items of legislation applicable in a specific sector.
Optional skills and competences 13 competences
Occupation specific
3 competencesoperate vibratory feeder in food production
Operate vibratory feeder in order to separate beans and grains from shells and waste. A high frequency vibratory feeder gently and evenly feeds the product, such as almonds, into the hard shell cracker without breakage.
select unshelled almonds
Find and discard almond hull parts or waste still present in the production after the hull removal process.
tend almond huller machine
Dump almonds into huller machine . Allow almonds to flow into machine that agitates screens or cylinders to remove hulls from almonds.
Sector-specific
7 competencesadjust drying process to goods
Adjust machine settings to adapt drying processes, drying times, and special treatments to the requirements of the goods to be dried.
check quality of products on the production line
Check products for quality on the production line and remove defective items before and after packaging.
dispose food waste
Dispose or collect food waste with the purpose of recycling or throwing away from the production process. Follow established procedures for their disposal taking care of the environment and the safety matters according to legislations.
green
ensure compliance with environmental legislation in food production
Make sure to comply with environmental legislation in food production. Understand the legislation related to environmental matters in food manufacturing and apply it in practice.
green
label samples
Label raw material/product samples for laboratory checks, according to implemented quality system.
perform detailed food processing operations
Perform precise food processing operations with great attention and detail to all steps in the creation of a qualitative product.
tend air-cleaning system
Operate machine that carries beans and grains through air-cleaning system to remove foreign matter.
Cross-sector
3 competencesboil water
Boils water in large quantities to perform procedures of manufacturing to food products (e.g. almond blanching).
follow verbal instructions
Have the ability to follow spoken instructions received from colleagues. Strive to understand and clarify what is being requested.
secure goods
Fasten bands around stacks or articles prior to shipment or storage.