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Soap makers operate equipments and mixers that produce soap, making sure the end product is produced according to specified formula.

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Competences
18
Groups
4
Essential
8
Optional
10

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Essential knowledge 1 competence

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alkylation

The process of moving an alkyl group from one molecule to another. This process is used in oil refining to alkylate isobutanes, producing premium blending agents for fuel.

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Essential skills and competences 7 competences

Occupation specific

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fill kettle

Fill kettle with the specified amounts of ingredients.

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observe mixture characteristics

Observe the characteristics such as colour, homogeneity or viscosity of the boiling mixture in the tank.

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tend agitation machine

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

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test alkalinity

Test the alkalinity of the caustic soda, adding soda or water as required.

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transfer chemicals

Transfer the chemical mixture from the mixing tank to the storage tank by turning on the valves.

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monitor valves

Monitor and accordingly adjust the valves in order to allow a specific amount of liquids (such as ammonia sulfuric acid or viscous soap) or steam into the mixer or machine.

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optimise production processes parameters

Optimise and maintain the parameters of the production process such as flow, temperature or pressure.

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Optional knowledge 1 competence

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perfume and cosmetic products

The offered perfume and cosmetic products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.

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Optional skills and competences 9 competences

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implement soap formula

Implement the formula for soaps computing the specific ingredients amounts that are required.

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maintain chemical mixers

Tend the equipment and mixers used for chemical substances mixing having as the end products goods used in cleaning, bleaching, finishing carpets or other textiles.

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collect industrial waste

Collect non-hazardous or hazardous waste which is produced by industrial activities, such as paints, chemicals, industrial byproducts, and radioactive waste.

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manage waste

Manage or dispose of significant amounts of waste materials and/or hazardous materials, in accordance with legislation, thereby respecting environmental and company responsibilities. Ensure required licenses and permits are in place and reasonable management practices, industry standards, or commonly accepted farming practices followed.

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Scope note
Includes recycling regulations.
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match product moulds

Changing moulds to match product specification. Run test samples and check for proper specifications.

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prepare chemical samples

Prepare the specific samples such as gas, liquid or solid samples in order for them to be ready for analysis, labeling and storing samples according to specifications.

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use chemical analysis equipment

Use the laboratory equipment such as Atomic Absorption equimpent, PH and conductivity meters or salt spray chambre.

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use moulding techniques

Use moulding techniques, such as rotational moulding, injection moulding, blow moulding, compression moulding, extrusion moulding and thermo-forming to shape liquid raw materials, such as plastic, ceramic, glass and metal.

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use personal protection equipment

Make use of protection equipment according to training, instruction and manuals. Inspect the equipment and use it consistently.

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