Hard Skills
IntermediateCocoa Shelling Machine OperationSetting up, starting, and controlling specialized machinery to remove outer shells from roasted cocoa beans while preserving the nibs.
IntermediateHACCP and Food Sanitation ComplianceAdhering to Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point protocols and maintaining a sterile workspace to prevent batch contamination.
IntermediateAutomated Process MonitoringContinuous observation of dials, gauges, and computer interfaces to ensure processing parameters like temperature and airflow remain within specifications.
IntermediateMechanical TroubleshootingIdentifying and resolving minor mechanical malfunctions or blockages in the shelling and winnowing equipment.
IntermediateWinnowing Quality ControlVisually and physically inspecting the separation of shells from nibs to ensure the output meets purity standards.