Fat-purification Worker Stationary Plant & Machine Operators

The distinction between dietary fats that come fromanimals and oils derived from vegetables.

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The relevant chemical processes used in manufacture, such as purification, seperation, emulgation and dispergation processing.

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Hydrogenation processes of different oils which reduce saturation and affect physical properties such as melting point and taste.

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Edible Fats and Oils

W. H. Simmons

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Process of animal fat purification whereby animal fats are processed by repeated melting over water or bleaching by chemicals for the removal of small solid particles.

Apply regulations regarding manufacture of food and food safety compliance. Employ food safety procedures based on Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

Apply regulations regarding manufacture of food and food safety compliance. Employ food safety procedures based on Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP).

Apply and follow national, international, and internal requirements quoted in standards, regulations and other specifications related with manufacturing of food and beverages.

Assess quality characteristics of food products in terms of the main properties (e.g. physical, sensorial, chemical, technological, etc.) for raw materials, half-finished products, as well as finish products.

Identify differences between colours, such as shades of colour.

Measuring the density of liquids, including oils, using instruments such as hygrometers, or oscillating tubes.

Operate pumping machines according to specific procedures and depending on the kind of product. Ensure correct quantities and adequate feeding for the process.

Assess samples to make sure that hardness of oils are in accordance with specifications.

Boil water in large quantities in the context of manufacturing or food production (e.g. almond blanching).

Check sensorial parameters of olive oils, seed oils and edible fats such as taste, smell and touch.

Adjust rate of flow of hydrogen, steam, air and water into converter. Weigh and add specified amounts of catalytic agents and other chemicals to harden batch of oils or fats.

Adjust controls to regulate flow of oils through lines and tanks.

Filter oil as one of the processes of oil extraction. Pump oil, using equipment such as sifters or cloths, and adhere to health and safety regulations.

Refine edible oils to make them suitable for human consumption. Remove impurities and toxic substances performing processes such as bleaching, deodorisation and cooling.

Tend acidulation tanks and equipment to separate undesirable compounds from oils.

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

Tend open pans heated by direct fire to melt oil for purification purposes.

Wash oils to reduce the soap left over in the oil after the first stage of refining. Heat the oil to the right temperature, then add a certain amount of …

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.

Ensure the quality of all factors involved in a food production process.

Ensure a clean working space according to hygienic standards in the food processing industry.

Have the ability to follow spoken instructions received from colleagues. Strive to understand and clarify what is being requested.

Follow written directions in order to perform a task or carry out a step-by-step procedure.

Label raw material/ product samples for laboratory checks, according to implemented quality system.

Liaise with fellow colleagues to ensure common understanding on work related affairs and agree on the necessary compromises the parties might need to face. Negotiate compromises between parties as to …

Liaise with managers of other departments ensuring effective service and communication, i.e. sales, planning, purchasing, trading, distribution and technical.

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.

Perform precise food processing operations with great attention and detail to all steps in the creation of a qualitative product.

Remove gums from water and oils. Use equipment to separate hydratable gums and other solubles that exude from certain plants.

Use cognitive abilities to make decisions and to move logically from one idea to another.