Required skills

Ability to

access productionpackaging schedule and related information to identify packaging output and operating requirements such as establishing daily packaging priorities andor modifying plans to respond to customer requirements

liaise with relevant work areas to confirm andor secure necessary materials services equipment and labour to meet production requirements

confirm supply of necessary equipment and related attachments materials and services

select fit and use personal protective clothing andor equipment

set andor adjust equipment to meet packaging requirements such as inspecting equipment condition to identify any signs of wear confirming selection of appropriate settings andor related parameters ensuring that isolation or lock outs are cancelled as required confirming that equipment is clean and correctly configured for packaging requirements positioning sensors and controls correctly ensuring any scheduled maintenance has been carried out and confirming that all safety guards are in place and operational checks may be done by the system operator or involve observingsupporting others setting and adjusting equipment and conducting prestart checks

load andor position product packaging components and consumables as required

operate and monitor the packaging system such as use of a process control system andor observingsupporting others to follow correct operating procedures

monitor materials flow and workinprogress to and from the packaging system

confirm that the packaging system operates within specified parameters and inspectioncontrol points are monitored

determine responses to outofspecification packaging or nonconformance within level of responsibility

monitor operating efficiencies of the system including recognition of signs and symptoms of faulty equipment and early warning signs of other potential problems

investigate resolve andor report problems and faults

plan scheduled events to minimise disruption to production

conductcoordinate productpackaging changeovers

conductcoordinate shift handovers

review and maintain procedures to support system improvements

maintain work area to meet housekeeping standards

use oral communication skillslanguage competence to fulfil the job role as specified by the organisation including questioning active listening asking for clarification and seeking advice from supervisor

work cooperatively within a culturally diverse workforce

Required knowledge

Knowledge of

purpose and basic principles of the packaging system including the process flow and the interrelationships of each previous processes that can affect packaging outcomes packaging technology and packaging equipment components

basic operating principles of equipment and related accessories used by the system including equipment adjustment points status and purpose of guards and range and locationalignment requirements of sensors and related feedback instruments

operating capacities of equipment used in the system such as different types of equipment andor components as required by processingpackaging operations

related systems and responsibilities for interaction such as related production and further packagingstorage stages services supply maintenance laboratoryquality assurance and planning and scheduling

technical knowledge of productpackaging characteristics and the main factors that impact on shelflife

typical packaging related problems including equipment faults common causes and warning signs incorrect or poor supply of materials and finished product incorrect settings and poor operator control

relevant procedures specifications and operating parameters for the system and the individual processes

isolation lock out and tag out procedures and responsibilities

hazards risks controls and methods for monitoring processes within the system including occupational health and safety OHS food safety quality and environmental hazards and risks

workplace system and approach to equipment maintenance

process improvement procedures and related consultative arrangements

troubleshooting procedures and problem solving techniques

communication responsibilities to inform related work areassupport functions and other shifts of operational status and production issues

procedures and responsibility for reporting production and performance information

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package

Overview of assessment

Assessment must be carried out in a manner that recognises the cultural and literacy requirements of the assessee and is appropriate to the work performed Competence in this unit must be achieved in accordance with food safety standards and regulations

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of ability to

conduct prestart checks on packaging system components

confirm machine set up is ready to achieve packing requirements

correctly use required personal protective equipment

start operate monitor and adjust process equipment throughout the system to achieve required quality outcomes

identify system problems and take corrective action

conduct operational handovers

shut down system

identify and investigate opportunities for operational improvements within areas of responsibility

complete workplace records as required

apply safe work practices and identify OHS hazards and controls

safely shut down equipment

apply food safety procedures

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must occur in a real or simulated workplace where the assessee has access to

personal protective clothing and equipment

production schedule and related advice on system requirements

information on equipment capacity and operating parameters

packaging system equipment and related accessories and services

product packaging components and consumables as required by the process

communication and recording systems and procedures

Method of assessment

This unit should be assessed together with core units and other units of competency relevant to the function or work role Examples could be

FDFOPA Operate a process control interface

FDFOP2030A Operate a process control interface

FDFPPLA Support and mentor individuals and groups

FDFPPL3003A Support and mentor individuals and groups.

Guidance information for assessment

To ensure consistency in ones performance competency should be demonstrated on more than one occasion over a period of time in order to cover a variety of circumstances cases and responsibilities and where possible over a number of assessment activities

Policies and procedures

Legislative requirements

Workplace information

System operation

Handovers

Operation and monitoring of equipment and system processes

Shutdown procedures