Oil Press Worker (Animal and Vegetable Oils and Fats Manufacturing)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that manufactures edible and industrial oils and fats by separating and refining oil from raw materials of animal and vegetable origin through processes such as heating and pressing, solvent extraction, and centrifugal separation.
Description
Oil press workers produce oils and fats from plant raw materials such as soybeans, rapeseed, and cottonseed, or animal raw materials. After pre-processing the raw materials (dehulling, crushing, heating), oil is separated using pressing presses, solvent extraction, or centrifugal separation equipment. The obtained oil undergoes refining processes such as decolorization, deodorization, and filtration to ensure quality, and is finally filled and packaged. Duties include machine operation and inspection, temperature and pressure control, sanitation management, and quality inspections (color, odor, acid value measurement).
Future Outlook
With rising health consciousness and demand for plant-derived oils and fats, stable demand is expected for oil and fat manufacturing. Advances in labor-saving and automation technologies will increase the importance of machine operation and maintenance skills.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Cooperative / Highly Responsible / Physically Fit
Work Style
Factory Work / Routine Work / Shift Work / Standing Work / Team Work
Career Path
Line Staff → Shift Leader/Leader → Manufacturing Supervisor → Production Engineering → Quality Control → Deputy Factory Manager
Required Skills
Equipment Inspection and Cleaning / Heating Temperature Control / Manufacturing Machine Operation / Quality Inspection / Weighing and Adjustment Work
Recommended Skills
Equipment Maintenance (Basic Knowledge) / Hygiene Management / Occupational Safety and Health Management / Oils and Fats Chemistry
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to small changes is required to prevent contamination by foreign matter or quality defects. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for tasks such as transporting raw materials and prolonged standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily routine tasks with little need for novel ideas. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Few complex calculations; mainly basic quantity measurements. |
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Aliases
- Oil Press Operator
- Oil Pressing Worker
- Oils and Fats Manufacturing Worker
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