Operate processes in a production system

Introduction

This week you’ll be working with Phil at Starkie’s Pies, the bakery division of FPT Foods.

Follow the steps below to help Phil monitor the day-to-day operation of the pastry baking process line.

	Read the orientation guide
	Create your learning plan
	Read about the fundamentals of operating processes in a production system
	Work through the job list Using your learning plan as a guide, complete the jobs listed below.To help you keep track of your progress you might like to tick off each job on your learning plan as you complete it.

Job list

Job 1: Identifying hazards

Job 2: Prepare the production system for operation

• Step 1: Confirming equipment and materials are available
• Step 2: Confirming equipment is ready to operate
• Step 3: Setting up the processing system
• Step 4: Loading materials
• Step 5: Checking the equipment
• Job summary

Job 3: Operate and monitor the production system

• Step 1: Starting up and operating the system
• Step 2: Monitoring the operation of the production line
• Step 3: Monitoring the production system
• Step 4: Maintaining housekeeping standards
• Job summary

Job 4: Hand over production system operation

• Step 1: Maintaining workplace records
• Step 2: Carrying out shift handover
• Job summary

Job 5: Shut down the production system

• Step 1: Identifying the appropriate shutdown procedure
• Step 2: Shutting down the system according to workplace procedures
• Step 3: Identifying and reporting maintenance requirements
• Job summary

Job 6: Contribute to continuous improvement of the production system

• Step 1: Reviewing the system's performance against targets
• Step 2: Investigating opportunities for system improvement
• Step 3: Developing and implementing improvement proposals
• Job summary

When you have completed all of these jobs, contact your trainer to discuss your assessment.

You can then return to the home page and select another unit to start work on.

 

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