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coagulation operator

Coagulation operators control machines to coagulate synthetic rubber latex into rubber crumb slurry.

Description

Coagulation operators control machines to coagulate synthetic rubber latex into rubber crumb slurry. They prepare these rubber crumbs for finishing processes. Coagulation operators examine the appearance of the crumbs and adjust the operation of filters, shaker screens and hammer mills to remove moisture from the rubber crumbs.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

personal protective equipment pneumatics synthetic materials

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit

mechanics

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

operate precision measuring equipment report defective manufacturing materials extract fatty acid optimise production processes parameters process latex mixtures segregate raw materials monitor tank thermometer weigh materials tend coagulation tanks develop rubber crumb slurry fill the mixing tank operate latex transfer pump monitor valves measure materials use personal protection equipment avoid contamination stir rubber cement mixture operate pneumatic conveyor chutes

OPTIONALOptional competences

clean mixer maintain equipment adjust the rubber machines analyse latex samples operate rubber mixing machine change soap filter mix ingredients with latex manipulate rubber select material to process operate pumping equipment monitor storage space write batch record documentation prepare rubber materials monitor manufacturing impact adjust solutions' consistency insert bladders in sport balls operate hydraulic pumps inspect paint quality

Data Source: Unified Global Standards (ISCED, ISCO, O*NET, ESCO)