quality standards
The national and international requirements, specifications and guidelines to ensure that products, services and processes are of good quality and fit for purpose.
Varnish makers operate equipment and mixers for varnish production, by melting, mixing and cooking the required chemical ingredients, according to specifications.
Competences and skills
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1 competenceEssential skills and competences 13 competences
Occupation specific
5 competencesadjust the varnish mixture
Adjust the mixed elements in order to create the proper varnish by adding oil when the gum becomes liquid.
operate varnish production equipment
Operate the equipment that melts, cooks and mixes ingredients used in varnish production. The ingredients that are to be mixed are usually gums, naphtha and oils.
remove sediment from varnish
Remove the sediments by pumping the varnish through the filter press.
transfer varnish
Place the varnish and thinner to the reducing tank using pumps.
weigh varnish ingredients
Weigh ingredients, such as gums, so that they are according to specifications in order to prepare the varnish mixture.
Sector-specific
3 competencesadjust burner controls
Adjust the heat in the burner regulating the thermostat according to the prescribed temperature following each product specification.
measure chemical substance viscosity
Measure the viscosity of the mixed ingredients by using a viscosimeter.
work safely with chemicals
Take the necessary precautions for storing, using and disposing chemical products.
Cross-sector
5 competencesprepare 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.
set up the controller of a machine
Set up and give commands to a machine by dispatching the appropriate data and input into the (computer) controller corresponding with the desired processed product.
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supply machine
Ensure the machine is fed the necessary and adequate materials and control the placement or automatic feed and retrieval of work pieces in the machines or machine tools on the production line.
troubleshoot
Identify operating problems, decide what to do about it and report accordingly.
wear appropriate protective gear
Wear relevant and necessary protective gear, such as protective goggles or other eye protection, hard hats, safety gloves.
Optional knowledge 2 competences
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Cross-sector
2 competencesquality and cycle time optimisation
The most optimal rotation or cycle time and over-all quality of a tool or a machine's processes.
synthetic resins
The types and characteristics of synthetic resins which are viscous liquids used for permanently hardening.
Optional skills and competences 18 competences
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Sector-specific
3 competencesclean mixer
Perform the cleaning of mixers in order to prepare them for mixing different types of compounds.
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 stock level
Evaluate how much stock is used and determine what should be ordered.
Cross-sector
15 competencesadd colour
Add the required colour according to specifications for tinting batch.
communicate with external laboratories
Communicate with the external analytical laboratories in order to manage the required external testing process.
dispose of hazardous waste
Dispose of dangerous materials such as chemical or radioactive substances according to environmental and to health and safety regulations.
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ensure compliance with environmental legislation
Monitor activities and perform tasks ensuring compliance with standards involving environmental protection and sustainability, and amend activities in the case of changes in environmental legislation. Ensure that the processes are compliant with environment regulations and best practices.
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optimise production processes parameters
Optimise and maintain the parameters of the production process such as flow, temperature or pressure.
perform laboratory tests
Carry out tests in a laboratory to produce reliable and precise data to support scientific research and product testing.
perform machine maintenance
Perform regular maintenance, possibly including corrections and alterations, on a machine or machine tool to ensure it remains in a proper productive state.
perform product testing
Test processed workpieces or products for basic faults.
program a CNC controller
Set up the desired product design in the CNC controller of the CNC machine for product manufacturing.
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record production data for quality control
Keep records of the machine's faults, interventions and irregularities for quality control.
record test data
Record data which has been identified specifically during preceding tests in order to verify that outputs of the test produce specific results or to review the reaction of the subject under exceptional or unusual input.
report defective manufacturing materials
Maintain required company records and forms in order to report any defective materials or questionable conditions of manufacturing machinery and equipment.
report test findings
Report test results with a focus on findings and recommendations, differentiating results by levels of severity. Include relevant information from the test plan and outline the test methodologies, using metrics, tables, and visual methods to clarify where needed.
work ergonomically
Apply ergonomy principles in the organisation of the workplace while manually handling equipment and materials.
write batch record documentation
Write reports on the manufactured batches history taking into account the raw data, tests performed and compliance to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) of each batch of product.