blandtekniker

Blandtekniker is a regional occupational title used in some Nordic countries to describe a technician who specializes in blending or mixing processes within industrial production. The role centers on ensuring the uniform dispersion and correct composition of ingredients or materials in a batch, according to defined specifications and quality standards.

Typical duties include setting up and operating blending equipment such as mixers, agitators, emulsifiers, and static mixers; adjusting process parameters (speed, duration, temperature, shear) to achieve the desired texture or homogeneity; monitoring batch weights and ingredient ratios; sampling and performing basic quality control tests; maintaining equipment and keeping detailed batch records; and troubleshooting deviations in the process. Blandtekniker often collaborate with production operators, quality assurance, and safety personnel to comply with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Industries employing blandtekniker commonly include food and beverage, cosmetics and personal care, chemicals, paints and coatings, pharmaceuticals, and plastics. Work environments are typically manufacturing floors, laboratories, or pilot plants, with emphasis on process safety and hygiene.

Qualifications for the role usually involve vocational training or an apprenticeship in process technology, chemical engineering, food science, or a related field. Familiarity with GMP (and sometimes HACCP or ISO standards), basic chemistry, process diagrams, and control systems (SCADA/PLC) is common. Skills valued in this role include attention to detail, problem-solving, numeracy, teamwork, and good communication.

Career paths may lead to senior process technician, shift supervisor, or process technologist positions, depending on experience and additional training. The term’s usage is regionally specific and may be substituted by equivalent titles in other languages.