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name: starch-converting-operator
description: "Occupational skill for the role 'starch converting operator' (also: starch operator, starch conversion worker, starch converter, starch worker). Use when the user asks for typical starch converting operator work such as: typical starch converting operator responsibilities"
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# Starch Converting Operator

Starch converting operators control converters to change starch into glucose or corn syrup. After processing, they test products to verify their purity.

## Core workflow


## How to use this skill

- Read [references/profile.md](references/profile.md) for the occupation profile and scope.
- Consult [references/tasks.md](references/tasks.md) for the full task and activity inventory.
- Check [references/skills.md](references/skills.md) for essential vs. optional competences.
- Check [references/tools.md](references/tools.md) for the software commonly used in this role.

## Key competences (essential)

- adhere to organisational guidelines
- administer chemicals to starch production
- apply GMP
- apply HACCP
- apply requirements concerning manufacturing of food and beverages
- be at ease in unsafe environments
- carry out checks of production plant equipment
- collect samples for analysis
- enzymatic processing
- extraction process of starch from corn
- follow hygienic procedures during food processing
- follow production schedule
- follow verbal instructions
- follow written instructions
- food safety principles

## Hot technologies

- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
- SAP software

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*Sources: ESCO v1.2.1 (http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/375a4d32-0950-45db-9d85-3fc2a86f1d85), O*NET 30.3 (51-9012.00, manual nearest match). See manifest.json for licensing/attribution.*