As a Cider Fermentation Operator, you will need to master following:

• apply GMP
• apply requirements concerning manufacturing of food and beverages
• clean food and beverage machinery
• mashing process
• monitor fermentation
• sterilise fermentation tanks

More generally, a cider fermentation operator is also versed in:

• adhere to organisational guidelines
• apply HACCP
• be at ease in unsafe environments
• biotechnology
• collect samples for analysis
• examine production samples
• set up machine controls
• temperature scales
• yeast fermentation principles

It also helps to know the following:

• analyse apple juice for cider production
• ensure compliance with environmental legislation in food production
• fermentation processes of beverages
• keep machines oiled for steady functioning
• label samples
• work in a food processing team
• act reliably
• have computer literacy
• health, safety and hygiene legislation
• liaise with colleagues
• liaise with managers
• perform ICT troubleshooting