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malt kiln operator

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Malt kiln operators tend kiln machines and equipment while supervising that the grain roasting operation maintains in specified roasting parameters.

8160.43 ISCO 8160 ESCO source
Competences
41
Groups
4
Essential
28
Optional
13

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Essential knowledge 3 competences

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Sector-specific

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types of barley

The different types of barley; their characteristics, and quality.

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Cross-sector

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fire-fighting systems

The devices and systems used to extinguish fires; the classes and chemistry of fire.

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temperature scales

Celsius and Fahrenheit temperature scales.

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Essential skills and competences 25 competences

Occupation specific

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Sector-specific

15 competences
apply GMP

Apply regulations regarding manufacture of food and food safety compliance. Employ food safety procedures based on Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

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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.
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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.

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clean food and beverage machinery

Clean machinery used for food or beverage production processes. Prepare the appropriate solutions for cleaning. Prepare all parts and assure that they are clean enough to avoid deviation or errors in the production process.

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Clean metal vessels: Clean the interior of metal drums using steam-cleaning apparatus, or the interiors of barrels by rinsing them with water and alcohol. Clean mixers: Perform cleaning of mixers on a daily basis, and perform cleaning at shutdowns thoroughly. Follow security procedures.
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control gas-fired furnace for malt roasting

Light and control gas-fired furnace that heats malt drying kilns.

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exert quality control to processing food

Ensure the quality of all factors involved in a food production process.

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handle flammable substances

Manage flammable substances to roasting operations and ensure that safety measures are in place.

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maintain industrial ovens

Maintaining industrial ovens in order to ensure effective and correct operation.

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manage kiln ventilation

Managing a product specific and energy efficient kiln ventilation.

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monitor roasting

Monitor the roasting of coffee beans and grains for proper degree of roasting to produce the desired flavours and colours.

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monitor temperature in manufacturing process of food and beverages

Monitor and control required temperatures in the different phases of production until the product reaches suitable properties according to specifications.

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operate a heat treatment process

Apply heat treatment aimed at preparing and preserving half-finished or finished food products.

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It sometimes involves controlling the heat treatment process as well.
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operate industrial ovens

Observe temperature and heat oven to the specified temperature. Operate roasting pans and facilitate the roasting process with instruments that prevent grain from sticking to the pans.

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roast malt

Roast malt following the adequate procedures, paying attention to the time of roasting to obtain specified colour or hardness. Follow specifications of drying and roasting.

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tend agitation machine

Tend agitation machine ensuring that there is a uniform agitation of the batch.

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tend fans for machines

Start fans that force conditioned air into drums or compartments.

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Cross-sector

10 competences
adhere 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.

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adjust temperature gauges

Operate temperature gauges to maintain food and drink items at appropriate temperatures.

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apply flame handling regulations

Apply the laws and organisation rules for the safe storage and use of flammables.

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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.
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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.

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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.

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set up machine controls

Set up or adjust machine controls to regulate conditions such as material flow, temperature, or pressure.

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stand high temperatures

Stand high temperatures while keeping concentration and efficiency under demanding circumstances.

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take measures against flammability

Take measures against fire. Liquor that contains 40% ABV will catch fire if heated to about 26 °C and if an ignition source is applied to it. The flash point of pure alcohol is 16.6 °C.

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use different types of fire extinguishers

Understand and apply various methods of firefighting and various types and classes of fire extinguishing equipment.

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Optional knowledge 2 competences

Occupation specific

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Sector-specific

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colour ranges of roasting

Different colour codes and ranges, usually depicted in colour charts, to define their roast color levels.

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food dehydration processes

The processes by which fruit and vegetables are dehydrated including techniques such as sun drying, indoor drying, and industrial applications for drying food. The dehydration process goes from selection of the fruit and vegetables according to their size, washing the fruit, classifying according to the product, storage, and mixing with ingredients resulting in a final product.

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Optional skills and competences 11 competences

Occupation specific

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Sector-specific

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adjust 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.

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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.

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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.

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label samples

Label raw material/product samples for laboratory checks, according to implemented quality system.

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Cross-sector

7 competences
act reliably

Proceed in a way that one can be relied on or depended on.

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follow verbal instructions

Have the ability to follow spoken instructions received from colleagues. Strive to understand and clarify what is being requested.

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follow written instructions

Follow written directions in order to perform a task or carry out a step-by-step procedure.

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liaise with colleagues

Liaise with fellow colleagues to ensure common understanding on work related affairs and agree on the necessary compromises the parties might need to face. Negotiate compromises between parties as to ensure that work in general run efficiently towards the achievement of the objectives.

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liaise with managers

Liaise with managers of other departments ensuring effective service and communication, i.e. sales, planning, purchasing, trading, distribution and technical.

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lift heavy weights

Lift heavy weights and apply ergonomic lifting techniques to avoid damaging the body.

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perform services in a flexible manner

Adapt service approach when circumstances change.

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