electrical discharge
The qualities and applications of electrical discharge, including voltage and electrodes.
Electrical equipment production supervisors coordinate, plan and direct the production process of electrical equipment. They manage labourers working on the production line, oversee the quality of the assembled goods, and perform cost and resource management.
Competences and skills
50 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 5 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Cross-sector
5 competenceselectrical engineering
The field of engineering that deals with the study and application of electricity, electronics, and electromagnetism.
electrical wiring diagrams
The visual schematic representation of an electrical circuit, its components, and the connections between these components.
electricity principles
Electricity is created when electric current flows along a conductor. It entails the movement of free electrons between atoms. The more free electrons are present in a material, the better this material conducts. The three main parameters of electricity are the voltage, current (ampère), and resistance (ohm).
supply chain management
The flow of goods in the supply chain, movement and storage of raw materials, work-in-process inventory, and finished goods from point of origin to point of consumption.
Essential skills and competences 16 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competencesmeet productivity targets
Devise methods to determine improvement in productivity, adjusting the goals to be reached and the necessary time and resources.
monitor stock level
Evaluate how much stock is used and determine what should be ordered.
Cross-sector
14 competencesevaluate employees work
Evaluate the need for labour for the work ahead. Evaluate the performance of the team of workers and inform superiors. Encourage and support the employees in learning, teach them techniques and check the application to ensure product quality and labour productivity.
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.
inspect quality of products
Use various techniques to ensure the product quality is respecting the quality standards and specifications. Oversee defects, packaging and sendbacks of products to different production departments.
interpret electrical diagrams
Read and comprehend blueprints and electrical diagrams; understand technical instructions and engineering manuals for assembling electrical equipment; understand electricity theory and electronic components.
keep records of work progress
Maintain records of the progress of the work including time, defects, malfunctions, etc.
meet deadlines
Ensure operative processes are finished at a previously agreed-upon time.
monitor manufacturing quality standards
Monitor quality standards in manufacturing and finishing process.
perform resource planning
Estimate the expected input in terms of time, human and financial resources necessary to achieve the project objectives.
plan shifts of employees
Plans shifts of employees to ensure completion of all customer orders and satisfactory completion of the production plan.
read assembly drawings
Read and interpret drawings listing all the parts and subassemblies of a certain product. The drawing identifies the different components and materials and provides instructions on how to assemble a product.
read standard blueprints
Read and comprehend standard blueprints, machine, and process drawings.
supervise staff
Oversee the selection, training, performance and motivation of staff.
supervise work
Direct and supervise the day-to-day activities of subordinate personnel.
troubleshoot
Identify operating problems, decide what to do about it and report accordingly.
Optional knowledge 9 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
4 competenceselectric drives
Electromechanical systems that utilise electric motors to control the movement and processes of electrical machinery.
electric motors
Motors which are able to convert electrical energy into mechanical energy.
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manufacture of electrical wire products
The assembly processes and manufacturing steps taken to fabricate insulated electrical wire and cable, made from steel, copper, or aluminium.
mechanical engineering
Discipline that applies principles of physics, engineering and materials science to design, analyse, manufacture and maintain mechanical systems.
Cross-sector
5 competenceselectrical equipment regulations
The national and international regulations with regards to the use and manufacture of electrical equipment on the workfloor. These regulations provide rules and guidelines on topics such as general risk management, electrical equipment manufacture, electrical equipment testing, electrical equipment installation, warning labels, and certificates.
electrical machines
Electrical apparatus that are able to convert mechanical energy to electrical energy (generators), electrical energy to mechanical energy (motors), and change the voltage level of an AC or alternating current (transformers).
electromechanics
The engineering processes that combine electrical and mechanical engineering in the application of electromechanics in devices that need electricity to create mechanical movement or devices that create electricity by mechanical movement.
loading charts for transportation of goods
Loading charts display information showing the weight of shipments loaded in trailers.
power engineering
Subdiscipline of energy and electrical engineering which specialises in the generation, transmission, distribution, and usage of electrical power through the connection of electrical devices to motors, generators, and transformers, such as an AC-DC power adapter.
Optional skills and competences 20 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competencesmaintain safe engineering watches
Observe principles in keeping an engineering watch. Take over, accept and hand over a watch. Perform routine duties undertaken during a watch. Maintain the machinery space logs and the significance of the readings taken. Observe safety and emergency procedures. Observe safety precautions during a watch and take immediate actions in the event of fire or accident, with particular reference to oil systems.
order electrical supplies
Order the required materials for assembling electrical equipment, paying attention to the price, quality, and suitability of the materials.
Cross-sector
18 competencesadjust manufacturing equipment
Regulate and monitor the manufacturing equipment settings and process parameters, such as its temperature and power level. Review the manufacturing process and equipment and suggest improvements.
adjust voltage
Adjust voltage in electrical equipment.
chair a meeting
Chairing a meeting for a group of people, in order to formulate plans and decisions that are carried out by the company.
communicate with customers
Respond to and communicate with customers in the most efficient and appropriate manner to enable them to access the desired products or services, or any other help they may require.
inspect electrical supplies
Check electrical supplies for damage, moisture, loss or other problems.
liaise with engineers
Collaborate with engineers to ensure common understanding and discuss product design, development and improvement.
liaise with managers
Liaise with managers of other departments ensuring effective service and communication, i.e. sales, planning, purchasing, trading, distribution and technical.
maintain electrical equipment
Test electrical equipment for malfunctions. Take safety measures, company guidelines, and legislation concerning electrical equipment into account. Clean, repair and replace parts and connections as required.
manage distribution channels
Oversee distribution channels with regards to the requirements of customers.
measure electrical characteristics
Measure voltage, current, resistance or other electrical characteristics by using electrical measuring equipment such as multimeters, voltmeters, and ammeters.
monitor machine operations
Observing machine operations and evaluating product quality thereby ensuring conformity to standards.
oversee logistics of finished products
Ensure that the processes of packing, storage and shipment of finished products meet the requirements.
process incoming electrical supplies
Receive incoming electrical supplies, handle the transaction and enter the supplies into any internal administration system.
provide technical documentation
Prepare and distribute documentation to ensure all people involved in the production receive relevant and up-to-date information.
recruit employees
Hire new employees by scoping the job role, advertising, performing interviews and selecting staff in line with company policy and legislation.
- Scope note
- It may include recruiting volunteers.
replace defect components
Remove defective parts and replace them with functioning components.
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resolve equipment malfunctions
Identify, report and repair equipment damage and malfunctions. Communicate with field representatives and manufacturers to obtain repair and replacement components.
train employees
Lead and guide employees through a process in which they are taught the necessary skills for the perspective job. Organise activities aimed at introducing the work and systems or improving the performance of individuals and groups in organisational settings.