Hard Skills
IntermediateChemical Solution PreparationMeasuring and mixing specific ratios of acids, salts, and water to create the pickling bath required for hide preservation.
IntermediatePelt Quality InspectionEvaluating the physical state of hides and pelts to identify defects, damage, or improper processing before and after the pickling stage.
FoundationalIndustrial Drum OperationOperating and monitoring large rotating drums or vats used to agitate hides in pickling chemicals for uniform penetration.
IntermediateHazardous Chemical HandlingFollowing strict safety protocols and utilizing personal protective equipment (PPE) when working with corrosive acids and industrial salts.
IntermediatepH and Salinity MonitoringUtilizing testing equipment to measure and adjust the acidity and salt concentration of processing fluids to prevent hide damage.