controlled substances permits
The legal requirements and licenses required when handling controlled substances.
Chemical manufacturing quality technicians perform inspections and precision measurements in order to test and ensure the quality of products, by using computer controlled machinery and systems.
Competences and skills
42 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 4 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competencesgood manufacturing practices
Regulatory requirements and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) applied in the relevant manufacturing sector.
- Scope note
- GMP applies to food, cosmetics, drugs and pharmaceutical products manufacturing.
Cross-sector
2 competencesgood laboratory practice
Regulatory requirements and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) applied in the relevant manufacturing sector.
- Scope note
- GLP ensures the high quality, uniformity, reliability and integrity of chemical tests related to the safety of industrial chemical substances and preparations.
laboratory techniques
Techniques applied in the different fields of natural science in order to obtain experimental data such as gravimetric analysis, gas chromatography, electronic or thermic methods.
Essential skills and competences 15 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competencesuse non-destructive testing equipment
Use specific non-destructive testing methods and equipment that do not cause any damage to the product, such as X-rays, ultrasonic testing, magnetic particle inspection, industrial CT scanning and others, in order to find defects in and assure quality of a manufactured and a repaired product.
work safely with chemicals
Take the necessary precautions for storing, using and disposing chemical products.
Cross-sector
13 competencesadhere to Standard Operating Procedures
Adhere to and follow the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
calibrate laboratory equipment
Calibrate laboratory equipment by comparing between measurements: one of known magnitude or correctness, made with a trusted device and a second measurement from another piece of laboratory equipment. Make the measurements in as similar a way as possible.
communicate test results to other departments
Communicate testing information such as testing schedules, samples testing statistics and test results, to the relevant departments.
document analysis results
Document on paper or on electronic devices the process and the results of the samples analysis performed.
monitor manufacturing quality standards
Monitor quality standards in manufacturing and finishing process.
oversee quality control
Monitor and assure the quality of the provided goods or services by overseeing that all the factors of the production meet quality requirements. Supervise product inspection and testing.
perform laboratory tests
Carry out tests in a laboratory to produce reliable and precise data to support scientific research and product testing.
perform product testing
Test processed workpieces or products for basic faults.
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.
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.
test chemical samples
Perform the testing procedures on the already prepared chemical samples, by using the necessary equipment and materials. Chemical sample testing involves operations such as pipetting or diluting schemes.
use chemical analysis equipment
Use the laboratory equipment such as Atomic Absorption equimpent, PH and conductivity meters or salt spray chambre.
use ICT systems
Select and use ICT systems for a variety of complex tasks in order to meet a variety of needs.
digital
Optional knowledge 2 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Cross-sector
2 competencesbiotechnology
The technology that uses, modifies or harnesses biological systems, organisms and cellular components to develop new technologies and products for specific uses.
quality assurance procedures
The procedures to inspect a product or system to ensure that it is according to specifications and requirements.
Optional skills and competences 21 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
3 competencestrain staff in quality procedures
Educate and train team members in the quality procedures related to the mission of the team.
train staff in safety procedures
Educate and train team members in the safety procedures relevant to the mission of the team.
use chromatography software
Use the chromatography data system software which collects and analyses the chromatography detectors results.
digital
Cross-sector
18 competencesanalyse production processes for improvement
Analyse production processes leading toward improvement. Analyse in order to reduce production losses and overall manufacturing costs.
collect samples for analysis
Collect samples of materials or products for laboratory analysis.
- Scope note
- Follow the procedures required for the collection of materials and products for laboratory analysis.
develop procedures in case of defects
Determine the steps and corrective actions to be taken in case of quality flaws such as the introduction of new quality management systems or the replacement of machinery.
execute analytical mathematical calculations
Apply mathematical methods and make use of calculation technologies in order to perform analyses and devise solutions to specific problems.
issue licences
Issue official documentation which grants licence holders with official permission to perform certain activities, after having investigated the application and processed the necessary documentation.
maintain test equipment
Maintain equipment used for testing the quality of systems and products.
manage chemical processes inspection
Manage the chemical in-process inspection, making sure the inspection results are documented, the inspection procedures are well written and the checklists are updated.
manage manufacturing documentation
Manage the reports and technical documentation such as Standard Operating Procedures or logbooks, by writing and reviewing them, capturing and eliminating any deviation and ambiguity.
monitor manufacturing impact
Check the impact of manufacturing machinery on the environment, analysing temperature levels, water quality and air pollution.
green
order supplies
Command products from relevant suppliers to get convenient and profitable products to purchase.
perform quality audits
Execute regular, systematic and documented examinations of a quality system for verifying conformity with a standard based on objective evidence such as the implementation of processes, effectiveness in achieving quality goals and reduction and elimination of quality problems.
recommend product improvements
Recommend product modifications, new features or accessories to keep customers interested.
revise quality control systems documentation
Revise quality control documents. Read through the documents, editing it, and revise items in the documentation like the numbering scheme, process to create new documents, revision and follow up process, closure of non-conformities, methods for tracking documents, etc.
set quality assurance objectives
Define quality assurance targets and procedures and see to their maintenance and continued improvement by reviewing targets, protocols, supplies, processes, equipment and technologies for quality standards.
support implementation of quality management systems
Advocate the introduction of new business processes to help achieve quality standards, such as the improvement of the organisational structure or the development of new procedures in case of quality defects.
use technical documentation
Understand and use technical documentation in the overall technical process.
validate raw materials
Perform equipment validations and calibrations, along with methods and procedures for receiving incoming raw materials from suppliers.
write inspection reports
Write the results and conclusions of the inspection in a clear and intelligible way. Log the inspection's processes such as contact, outcome, and steps taken.