Sugar Syrup Evaporator Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation involves heating and concentrating sugar solutions obtained from sugarcane or sugar beets using evaporators and heat exchangers, and adjusting them to concentrations suitable for crystallization or product processes.
Description
Sugar syrup evaporator workers heat and evaporate sugar solutions extracted from raw materials using evaporation and concentration equipment, and deliver the sugar solutions that have reached the required concentration to the sugar production process. The work centers on operating and monitoring plant equipment such as boilers, vacuum pumps, and heat exchangers, managing temperature, pressure, and concentration, removing scale and dirt, performing regular inspections and maintenance. They also pay attention to quality control and safety hygiene, and conduct daily density analysis and record management to maintain product uniformity and production efficiency.
Future Outlook
Although the sugar production industry is influenced by raw material prices and market trends, automation and labor-saving advancements in the evaporation process are progressing against the backdrop of stable food demand. The introduction of process optimization technologies using IoT and AI is expected to increase the demand for skilled technicians with advanced operation management skills.
Personality Traits
Cautious and Meticulous / High Safety Awareness / Patient / Team-Oriented
Work Style
Factory Work / Periodic Maintenance / Protective Gear Required / Shift Work
Career Path
Sugar Syrup Evaporator Worker (Junior) → Line Leader/Site Supervisor → Manufacturing Process Management → Process Engineer → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Boiler Operation Management / Concentration Measurement / Plant Operation Monitoring / Safety and Health Management / Vacuum Pump Operation
Recommended Skills
Basic Maintenance Knowledge / IoT Sensor Utilization / Network Analysis / PLC Control / Process Engineering
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to accurately detect subtle changes in temperature and concentration. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it requires physical strength for long hours of work in high-temperature environments and equipment cleaning. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because process improvements mainly involve ingenuity within limited scopes. |
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