Oil Refiner (Animal and Vegetable Oil Manufacturing)
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Industry & Occupation
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Summary
This occupation involves operating and monitoring machinery for processes such as pressing, solvent extraction, degumming, neutralization, decolorization, and deodorization in the extraction and refining stages of animal and vegetable oils and fats to manufacture high-quality oil and fat products.
Description
Oil refiners extract oils and fats from raw materials (such as seeds, nuts, and fish oil) through pressing or solvent extraction, and process them through refining steps including degumming, neutralization, decolorization, and deodorization to produce final products. They operate equipment such as centrifugal separators, reaction kettles, and decolorization towers, while monitoring and adjusting temperature, pressure, and flow rates. They also conduct quality inspections (specific gravity, acid value, peroxide value, etc.), hygiene management, routine equipment maintenance and cleaning, troubleshooting, and process improvement proposals.
Future Outlook
Stable demand is expected due to growing health consciousness and increasing demand for plant-derived oils. In the future, automation and digitalization of manufacturing processes will advance, making equipment maintenance and data analysis skills important.
Personality Traits
Good teamwork / High safety awareness / Meticulous / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Factory work / Line production / Night shifts / Shift work / Team work
Career Path
Oil Refining Operator → Oil Refining Leader → Quality Control Staff → Manufacturing Section Chief → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Extraction techniques / Hygiene management / Operation of measuring instruments / Operation of oil and fat manufacturing equipment / Quality control / Temperature and pressure management
Recommended Skills
Boiler maintenance / Forklift operation skills / Hazardous materials handling knowledge / Hygiene management qualifications
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute changes in temperature and pressure affect product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to frequent handling of heavy objects and standing work in high-temperature environments. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Standardized processes require precise execution, emphasizing adherence to rules over creativity. |
Related Qualifications
- Boiler Technician
- Food Hygiene Manager
- Forklift Operation Training
- Hazardous Materials Handler (Class B, Type 4)
Aliases
- Oil and Fat Manufacturing Worker
- Oil and Fat Processing Worker
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