chemical aspects of sugar
Chemical aspects and constitution of sugar to alter recipes and provide customers with experiences of pleasure.
Kettle tenders operate machines that mix chewing gum base with sugar or sweetener. They follow procedures to place gum base in containers and then direct it to flow into mixers.
Competences and skills
19 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 2 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competenceCross-sector
1 competencetemperature scales
Celsius and Fahrenheit temperature scales.
Essential skills and competences 10 competences
Occupation specific
2 competencescontrol open-fire kettles
Control open-fire kettles, steam-jacketed kettles, batch cookers, or continuous pressure cookers to cook gum, candy, and other confectionery ingredients according to formula.
monitor flow of gum
Monitoings the flow of gum from mixer into hopper of machine.
Sector-specific
4 competencesapply 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.
handle delivery of raw materials
Receive raw materials from the suppliers. Check their quality and accuracy and move them into the warehouse. Make sure that raw materials are adequately stored until they are required by the production department.
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.
Cross-sector
4 competencesapply 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.
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.
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.
Optional skills and competences 7 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competencesensure 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
work independently in service of a food production process
Work individually as an important element in service of a food production process. This function is executed individually with little or no supervision or collaboration with colleagues.
Cross-sector
5 competencesfollow hygienic procedures during food processing
Ensure a clean working space according to hygienic standards in the food processing industry.
follow verbal instructions
Have the ability to follow spoken instructions received from colleagues. Strive to understand and clarify what is being requested.
follow written instructions
Follow written directions in order to perform a task or carry out a step-by-step procedure.
operate automated process control
Operate process control or automation system (PAS) used to control a production process automatically.
digital
perform cleaning duties
Perform cleaning duties such as waste removal, vacuuming, emptying bins, and general cleaning of the working area. Cleaning activities should follow health and safety regulations if required.