Skills by Occupation
The skills each role needs — from the EU's official ESCO classification.
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pasta operator
ESCO occupation · 27 essential, 21 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
follow production schedule
operate mixing of food products
monitor machine operations
administer ingredients in food production
operate presses, dryers and control systems
prepare pasta
ensure sanitation
food dehydration processes
follow hygienic procedures during food processing
adhere to organisational guidelines
clean food and beverage machinery
set up machine controls
exert quality control to processing food
monitor operations of cleaning machines
adjust drying process to goods
apply GMP
operate kneading of food products
measure precise food processing operations
apply requirements concerning manufacturing of food and beverages
be at ease in unsafe environments
monitor flour unloading equipment
apply HACCP
store raw food materials
manage production changeovers
monitor temperature in farinaceous processes
ensure refrigeration of food in the supply chain
operate weighing machine
Optional & specialised skills
liaise with managers
secure goods according to work orders
apply extruding techniques
perform ICT troubleshooting
ensure correct use of bakery equipment
mechanical tools
ensure compliance with environmental legislation in food production
liaise with colleagues
dispose food waste
manage delivery of raw materials
perform services in a flexible manner
lift heavy weights
processes of foods and beverages manufacturing
label samples
check processing parameters
follow verbal instructions
follow written instructions
act reliably
work in a food processing team
health, safety and hygiene legislation
keep machines oiled for steady functioning
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are the canonical requirements for the role from the EU ESCO taxonomy.