Kettle Tender Stationary Plant & Machine Operators
SaveWhat Does a Kettle Tender Do?
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.
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Where Do I Start?
Temperature Scales
Celsius and Fahrenheit temperature scales.
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These are common skills for this role. Real-world experience matters more than ticking every box — use this as a guide, not a checklist.
Skills You Need to Become a Kettle Tender
Essential Skills
Essential Skills
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EssentialTemperature Scales knowledge
Celsius and Fahrenheit temperature scales.
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EssentialChemical Aspects Of Sugar knowledge
Chemical aspects and constitution of sugar to alter recipes and provide customers with experiences of pleasure.
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EssentialApply GMP skill
Apply regulations regarding manufacture of food and food safety compliance. Employ food safety procedures based on Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
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EssentialApply HACCP skill
Apply regulations regarding manufacture of food and food safety compliance. Employ food safety procedures based on Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP).
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EssentialApply Requirements Concerning Manufacturing Of Food And Beverages skill
Apply and follow national, international, and internal requirements quoted in standards, regulations and other specifications related with manufacturing of food and beverages.
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EssentialCarry Out Checks Of Production Plant Equipment skill
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 …
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EssentialLift Heavy Weights skill
Lift heavy weights and apply ergonomic lifting techniques to avoid damaging the body.
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EssentialManage Delivery Of Raw Materials skill
Manage reception of raw materials. Receive raw materials from the suppliers. Check for quality and accuracy and move into the warehouse. Make sure that raw materials are adequately stored until …
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EssentialMark Differences In Colours skill
Identify differences between colours, such as shades of colour.
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EssentialMonitor Temperature In Manufacturing Process Of Food And Beverages skill
Monitor and control required temperatures in the different phases of production until the product reaches suitable properties according to specifications.
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EssentialControl Open-fire Kettles skill
Control open-fire kettles, steam-jacketed kettles, batch cookers, or continuous pressure cookers to cook gum, candy, and other confectionery ingredients according to formula.
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EssentialMonitor Flow Of Gum skill
Monitor the flow of gum from mixer into the hopper of the machine.
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Optional Skills (5 of 7 displayed)
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OptionalEnsure Compliance With Environmental Legislation In Food Production skill
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.
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OptionalFollow Hygienic Procedures During Food Processing skill
Ensure a clean working space according to hygienic standards in the food processing industry.
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OptionalFollow Verbal Instructions skill
Have the ability to follow spoken instructions received from colleagues. Strive to understand and clarify what is being requested.
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OptionalFollow Written Instructions skill
Follow written directions in order to perform a task or carry out a step-by-step procedure.
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OptionalOperate Automated Process Control skill
Operate process control or automation system (PAS) used to control a production process automatically.
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OptionalPerform Cleaning Duties skill
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.
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OptionalWork Independently In Service Of A Food Production Process skill
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