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Food Science Technicians

Perform standardized qualitative and quantitative tests to determine physical or chemical properties of food or beverage products.

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Parachute skills

  1. Pay attention to details - Data (4.47)
  2. Develop, improve - Data (4.41)
  3. Examine, inspect, compare, see similarities and differences - Data (4.41)
  4. Compile, keep records, file, retrieve - Data (4.41)
  5. Research - Data (4.16)
  6. Analyze, break down into its parts - Data (4.16)
  7. Study, observe - Data (4.04)
  8. Design, use artistic abilities, be original - Data (4.04)
  9. Listen - People (3.97)
  10. Use my brain - Data (3.83)
  11. Program - Data (3.78)
  12. Speak - People (3.75)
  13. Convey warmth and empathy - People (3.71)
  14. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (3.71)
  15. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (3.64)
  16. Communicate well, in person - People (3.63)
  17. Follow through, get things done - People (3.55)
  18. Use my intuition - Data (3.50)
  19. Communicate well, in writing - People (3.50)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Speaking (3.75)
  2. Reading Comprehension (3.50)
  3. Active Listening (3.50)
  4. Writing (3.50)
  1. Oral Comprehension (3.75)
  2. Oral Expression (3.63)
  3. Written Comprehension (3.50)
  4. Written Expression (3.50)
  5. Problem Sensitivity (3.50)
  6. Deductive Reasoning (3.50)
  1. Integrity (4.67)
  2. Dependability (4.66)
  3. Attention to Detail (4.47)
  4. Cooperation (4.39)
  5. Adaptability/Flexibility (4.20)
  6. Stress Tolerance (4.10)
  7. Initiative (3.92)
  8. Self Control (3.84)
  9. Analytical Thinking (3.83)
  10. Independence (3.81)
  11. Concern for Others (3.71)
  12. Leadership (3.64)
  13. Achievement/Effort (3.58)
  14. Persistence (3.55)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Processing Information (4.41)
  2. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (4.33)
  3. Analyzing Data or Information (4.16)
  4. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (4.09)
  5. Documenting/Recording Information (4.05)
  6. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (4.04)
  7. Getting Information (3.97)
  8. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (3.91)
  9. Interacting With Computers (3.78)
  10. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (3.61)
  1. Measure, Weigh, Or Count Products Or Materials (4.41)
  2. Compile Numerical Or Statistical Data (4.41)
  3. Develop Tables Depicting Data (4.41)
  4. Cultivate Micro-Organisms For Study, Testing, Or Medical Preparations (4.33)
  5. Conduct Analyses To Determine Physical Properties Of Materials (4.16)
  6. Conduct Laboratory Research Or Experiments (4.16)
  7. Analyze Biological Research, Test, Or Analysis Data (4.16)
  8. Conduct Analyses Or Tests Of Organic Compounds (4.16)
  9. Conduct Standardized Qualitative Laboratory Analyses (4.16)
  10. Perform Statistical Analysis (4.16)
  11. Analyze Scientific Research Data Or Investigative Findings (4.16)
  12. Conduct Standardized Quantitative Laboratory Analyses (4.16)
  13. Analyze Chemical Experimental, Test, Or Analysis Data Or Findings (4.16)
  14. Identify Nutritional Value Of Foods (4.16)
  15. Record Test Results, Test Procedures, Or Inspection Data (4.05)
  16. Distinguish Colors (4.04)
  17. Examine Biological Or Other Material Specimens Under Microscope (4.04)
  18. Obtain Technical Support Instructions From Scientists Or Engineers (3.97)
  19. Collect Scientific Or Technical Data (3.97)
  20. Use Quantitative Research Methods (3.91)
  21. Use Knowledge Of Metric System (3.91)
  22. Use Chemical Testing Or Analysis Procedures (3.91)
  23. Use Government Regulations (3.91)
  24. Follow Microbiology Procedures (3.91)
  25. Use Health Or Sanitation Standards (3.91)
  26. Use Biological Research Techniques (3.91)
  27. Use Quality Assurance Techniques (3.91)
  28. Use Scientific Research Methodology (3.91)
  29. Use Mathematical Or Statistical Methods To Identify Or Analyze Problems (3.91)
  30. Use Relational Database Software (3.78)
  31. Use Spreadsheet Software (3.78)
  32. Use Word Processing Or Desktop Publishing Software (3.78)
  33. Develop Or Maintain Databases (3.78)
  34. Use Computers To Enter, Access Or Retrieve Data (3.78)
  35. Adhere To Safety Procedures (3.61)
  36. Maintain Established Procedures Concerning Quality Assurance (3.61)