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The skills each role needs — from the EU's official ESCO classification.
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chemical manufacturing quality technician
ESCO occupation · 19 essential, 23 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
test chemical samples
communicate test results to other departments
perform product testing
good laboratory practice
use non-destructive testing equipment
document analysis results
use ICT systems
monitor manufacturing quality standards
prepare chemical samples
laboratory techniques
good manufacturing practices
work safely with chemicals
oversee quality control
controlled substances permits
calibrate laboratory equipment
use chemical analysis equipment
adhere to standard procedures
record test data
perform laboratory tests
Optional & specialised skills
revise quality control systems documentation
write inspection reports
biotechnology
monitor environmental parameters
train staff in safety procedures
execute analytical mathematical calculations
recommend product improvements
develop procedures in case of defects
quality assurance procedures
manage chemical processes inspection
maintain test equipment
use technical documentation
support implementation of quality management systems
analyse production processes for improvement
use chromatography software
perform quality audits
set quality assurance objectives
validate raw materials using adequate equipment
order supplies
collect samples for analysis
train staff in quality procedures
issue licences
manage manufacturing documentation
Other matches: textile chemical quality technician · chemist · chemistry technician · food technician · chemical production manager
Coming next: live skill demand and trends — how often each skill
actually appears in job ads — arrive with the EURES / Cedefop integration. The skills above
are the canonical requirements for the role from the EU ESCO taxonomy.