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distillery miller

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Distillery millers tend distillery mills in order to clean and grind whole grain for use in production of distilled liquors. They tend cleaning machines to remove impurities from grains followed by the grinding and weighing of grains. They perform daily maintenance on pumps, air-conveyor chutes and machines.

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Competences
40
Groups
4
Essential
28
Optional
12

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Essential knowledge 6 competences

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grain-for-beverages milling process

Milling process which combines advanced and conventional wet and dry milling. Milling methods of grain for beverages ensure good husk conservation and optimal grinding of the endosperm, which provide numerous advantages for the brewing process and final products.

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lautering process

Process of lautering, where the mash is separated into clear, liquid wort and residual grain. Lautering usually takes three steps: mashout, recirculation and sparging.

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mashing process

The process of mashing, where various grains are mixed with water and then heated. The influence of mashing on wort quality and character of the finished fermented beverage.

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mill operations

Details of milling operations related to grind size, particle size distribution, heat evolution. Milling processes for different cereals and grains.

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milling machines

Milling and mills and their operation in theory and practice.

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temperature scales

Celsius and Fahrenheit temperature scales.

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Essential skills and competences 22 competences

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age alcoholic beverages in vats

Follow adequate procedures to place certain alcoholic beverages (e.g. wine, spirits, vermouth) in vats and age them for the required period. Use techniques to give them special characteristics.

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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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blend beverages

Create new beverage products that are attractive to the market, interesting to companies, and innovative in the market.

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Combine liquids to produce spirits and liquors and know which ingredients to combine for the preparation of blended spirits like blended whisky, for example.
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execute proofs of alcohol mixture

Measure temperature (using e.g. thermometer) and specific gravity (using e.g. alcohol-proof hydrometer) and compare readings with tables from standard gauging manuals to determine proof of mixture.

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This skill refers to alcohol issued from natural fermentation of agricultural products, such as spirits for food consumption.
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inspect insects in whole grain

Inspect loads of unprocessed grain to detect harmful insects, like grain beetles.

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monitor milled food products

Monitor milled food products to make sure they comply with production requirements and quality standards.

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operate distilling equipment

Operate the different parts of distilling equipment such as the pot, the distillation column, the lyne arm, the condenser, the distillate, and the aging barrels.

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operate grain cleaning machine

Start automatic cleaning machine that blows as well as sifts foreign particles, like dirt, twigs, and also stones from whole grain conveys clean grain, to storage tank for further processing.

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operate pneumatic conveyor chutes

Use air-conveyor chutes to transfer products or mixtures from containers to storage tanks.

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prepare containers for beverage distillation

Prepare containers or drums for beverage distillation. Prepare equipment for the process of purification and removal of diluting components like water, for the purpose of increasing its proportion of alcohol content.

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sterilise fermentation tanks

Sterilise workspaces and equipment using hoses, scrapers, brushes, or chemical solutions.

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tend grinding mill machine

Operate a grinding mill that grinds grains such as cereals, cocoa beans or coffee beans to obtain powders or pastes with different consistencies and grain sizes.

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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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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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collect samples for analysis

Collect samples of materials or products for laboratory analysis.

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Follow the procedures required for the collection of materials and products for laboratory analysis.
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ensure sanitation

Keep workspaces and equipment free from dirt, infection, and disease by removing waste, trash and providing for appropriate cleaning.

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follow hygienic procedures during food processing

Ensure a clean working space according to hygienic standards in the food processing industry.

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keep task records

Organise and classify records of prepared reports and correspondence related to the performed work and progress records of tasks.

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lift heavy weights

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

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monitor machine operations

Observing machine operations and evaluating product quality thereby ensuring conformity to standards.

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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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Optional knowledge 2 competences

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appropriate raw materials for specific spirits

Raw materials, such as grains, potatoes, sugars or fruit which can be fermented to produce a specific type of alcoholic spirits.

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processes of foods and beverages manufacturing

Raw materials and production processes for getting finished food products. Importance of quality control and other techniques for the food and beverage industry.

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Optional skills and competences 10 competences

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Sector-specific

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adapt efficient food processing practices

Ensure to adapt the most efficient production techniques to accomplish food processing tasks with the least amount of time, effort and costs.

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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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exert quality control to processing food

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

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keep machines oiled for steady functioning

Oil or grease the parts of the machines and equipment that need to be lubricated. Follow safety procedures to do so.

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label samples

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

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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.

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act reliably

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

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have computer literacy

Utilise computers, IT equipment and modern day technology in an efficient way.

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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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