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15 matches for Process Technicians

Alternate Occupation Titles

• Process Chemist
• Food Processing Chemist

O*NET-SOC Description

• Conduct qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses or experiments in laboratories for quality or process control or to develop new products or knowledge.

Tasks

• Analyze organic or inorganic compounds to determine chemical or physical properties, composition, structure, relationships, or reactions, using chromatography, spectroscopy, or spectrophotometry techniques.
• Compile and analyze test information to determine process or equipment operating efficiency or to diagnose malfunctions.
• Develop, improve, or customize products, equipment, formulas, processes, or analytical methods.
• Study effects of various methods of processing, preserving, or packaging on composition or properties of foods.
• Write technical papers or reports or prepare standards and specifications for processes, facilities, products, or tests.

Detailed Work Activities

• Collaborate on research activities with scientists or technical specialists.
• Establish standards for products, processes, or procedures.
• Maintain laboratory or technical equipment.
• Manage scientific or technical project resources.
• Monitor operational procedures in technical environments to ensure conformance to standards.
• Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations.
• Supervise scientific or technical personnel.

 

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