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- "Food Science Technician"

	Perform standardized qualitative and quantitative tests to determine physical or chemical properties of food or beverage products.
	Holland / RIASEC Career Code: R-I-C SOC: 19-4011.02

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Job Tasks for: "Food Science Technician"

Analyze test results to classify products, or compare results with standard tables.

Compute moisture or salt content, percentages of ingredients, formulas, or other product factors, using mathematical and chemical procedures.

Conduct standardized tests on food, beverages, additives, and preservatives in order to ensure compliance with standards and regulations regarding factors such as color, texture, and nutrients.

Examine chemical and biological samples in order to identify cell structures, and to locate bacteria, or extraneous material, using microscope.

Prepare slides and incubate slides with cell cultures.

Provide assistance to food scientists and technologists in research and development, production technology, and quality control.

Record and compile test results, and prepare graphs, charts, and reports.

Clean and sterilize laboratory equipment.

Measure, test, and weigh bottles, cans, and other containers in order to ensure hardness, strength, and dimensions that meet specifications.

Mix, blend, or cultivate ingredients in order to make reagents or to manufacture food or beverage products.

Order supplies needed to maintain inventories in laboratories or in storage facilities of food or beverage processing plants.

Taste or smell foods or beverages in order to ensure that flavors meet specifications, or to select samples with specific characteristics.

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Knowledge Requirements for: "Food Science Technician"

Chemistry -- Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.

Biology -- Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.

Mathematics -- Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

English Language -- Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Food Production -- Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food products (both plant and animal) for consumption, including storage/handling techniques.

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Skill Requirements for: "Food Science Technician"

Science -- Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

Reading Comprehension -- Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Quality Control Analysis -- Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.

Active Learning -- Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

Critical Thinking -- Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Mathematics -- Using mathematics to solve problems.

Writing -- Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Active Listening -- Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Operation Monitoring -- Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.

Equipment Selection -- Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.

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Ability Requirements for: "Food Science Technician"

Near Vision -- The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

Number Facility -- The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.

Information Ordering -- The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).

Written Expression -- The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.

Mathematical Reasoning -- The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.

Deductive Reasoning -- The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.

Written Comprehension -- The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.

Problem Sensitivity -- The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.

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Job Activities for: "Food Science Technician"

Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events -- Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People -- Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.

Getting Information -- Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

Handling and Moving Objects -- Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.

Analyzing Data or Information -- Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.

Processing Information -- Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.

Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards -- Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings -- Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

Documenting/Recording Information -- Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.

Controlling Machines and Processes -- Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).

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