Manufacturing & ProductionISCO 7514
Oil mill operator
Oil mill operators tend mills to extract oil from oilseed following artisanal techniques.
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Rate 5 of the 18 essential skills of this occupation (European ESCO data). No account needed.
disassemble equipment
crush seeds
filter edible oils
tend equipment for oil extraction
clean waste materials from machines
European Skills Framework
Skills and knowledge areas required for this occupation based on European classification.
Essential (18)
origin of dietary fats and oilsorigin of dietary fats and oilsThe distinction between dietary fats that come from animals and oils derived from vegetables.components of oil seedscomponents of oil seedsChemical constituents of oil seeds, hull content, oil content and the effect of planting and harvesting at the right time for oil extraction.oil seed processoil seed processOil seed process from cleaning the oil bearing seed, decorticating the seed, crushing, conditioning and heating, to filtering and neutralising.disassemble equipmentdisassemble equipmentDisassembles equipment using hand tools in order to clean equipments and to perform regular operational maintenance.crush seedscrush seedsCrush seeds by passing the seeds or kernels between steel rollers.filter edible oilsfilter edible oilsFilter 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.tend equipment for oil extractiontend equipment for oil extractionTend equipment that strains stearin from vegetable oils, such as soybean oil, corn oil, and cottonseed oil to produce salad oil. Chill the oil in a chilling tank for the specified time to solidify ste...clean waste materials from machinesclean waste materials from machinesClean waste materials from machine using the adequate equipment or appliances as to ensure smooth operations, avoid accidents, and maintain clean working place.apply HACCPapply HACCPApply regulations regarding manufacture of food and food safety compliance. Employ food safety procedures based on Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP).tend mixing oil machinetend mixing oil machineUse machines to weigh and mix vegetable oils for products, such as salad oils, shortening and margarine, according to formula.be at ease in unsafe environmentsbe at ease in unsafe environmentsBe at ease in unsafe environments like being exposed to dust, rotating equipment, hot surfaces, sub-freezing and cold storage areas, noise, wet floors and moving lift equipment.adhere to organisational guidelinesadhere to organisational guidelinesAdhere to organisational or department specific standards and guidelines. Understand the motives of the organisation and the common agreements and act accordingly.pump productspump productsOperate pumping machines according to specific procedures and depending on the kind of product. Ensure correct quantities and adequate feeding for the process.apply requirements concerning manufacturing of food and beveragesapply requirements concerning manufacturing of food and beveragesApply and follow national, international, and internal requirements quoted in standards, regulations and other specifications related with manufacturing of food and beverages.apply GMPapply GMPApply regulations regarding manufacture of food and food safety compliance. Employ food safety procedures based on Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).monitor oil blending processmonitor oil blending processMonitor the blending process of oil. Make adjustments to blending process according to results of tests.tend grinding mill machinetend grinding mill machineOperate a grinding mill that grinds grains such as cereals, cocoa beans or coffee beans to obtain powders or pastes with different consistencies and grain sizes.manage moisture of seedsmanage moisture of seedsManaging moisture levels of oil seeds and adjust process accordingly.
Optional (16) — show
health, safety and hygiene legislationhealth, safety and hygiene legislationThe set of health, safety and hygiene standards and items of legislation applicable in a specific sector.set up equipment for food productionset up equipment for food productionSet up machinery and equipment for food production. Make sure that controls, settings, and input requirements are according to the required standards.act reliablyact reliablyProceed in a way that one can be relied on or depended on.work independently in service of a food production processwork independently in service of a food production processWork individually as an important element in service of a food production process. This function is executed individually with little or no supervision or collaboration with colleagues.operate grinding machineoperate grinding machineStart grinding machine and regulate flow of grain from hopper.perform cleaning dutiesperform cleaning dutiesPerform 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.follow written instructionsfollow written instructionsFollow written directions in order to perform a task or carry out a step-by-step procedure.monitor milled food productsmonitor milled food productsMonitor milled food products to make sure they comply with production requirements and quality standards.keep machines oiled for steady functioningkeep machines oiled for steady functioningOil or grease the parts of the machines and equipment that need to be lubricated. Follow safety procedures to do so.liaise with colleaguesliaise with colleaguesLiaise 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 ...follow hygienic procedures during food processingfollow hygienic procedures during food processingEnsure a clean working space according to hygienic standards in the food processing industry.dispose food wastedispose food wasteDispose or collect food waste with the purpose of recycling or throwing away from the production process. Follow established procedures for their disposal taking care of the environment and the safety...liaise with managersliaise with managersLiaise with managers of other departments ensuring effective service and communication, i.e. sales, planning, purchasing, trading, distribution and technical.ensure compliance with environmental legislation in food productionensure compliance with environmental legislation in food productionMake sure to comply with environmental legislation in food production. Understand the legislation related to environmental matters in food manufacturing and apply it in practice.label sampleslabel samplesLabel raw material/product samples for laboratory checks, according to implemented quality system.follow verbal instructionsfollow verbal instructionsHave the ability to follow spoken instructions received from colleagues. Strive to understand and clarify what is being requested.
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Frequently asked questions
What does an oil mill operator do?
Oil mill operators tend mills to extract oil from oilseed following artisanal techniques.
What skills does an oil mill operator need?
An oil mill operator needs 18 essential skills, including origin of dietary fats and oils, components of oil seeds, oil seed process, disassemble equipment, crush seeds.
Will AI replace oil mill operator jobs?
The AI disruption score for oil mill operator is 51/100 (moderate risk). Skills most exposed to automation: crush seeds, follow written instructions, tend mixing oil machine. Most resilient: be at ease in unsafe environments, origin of dietary fats and oils, act reliably.
AI Replacement Risk
51/ 100
Moderate Risk
Low riskHigh risk
Quick Facts
ISCO GroupFood processing, wood working, garment and other craft workers
Essential Skills18
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