Directory of Semiskilled Trades

Sector : 01 - Administration, Commerce and Computer Technology Info

8795 Film Developer

M795
Field of application Film developers work for small photo labs (silver-based and digital) whose customer base is comprised of the general public and amateur photographers.
Other job titles Photo developer or processor

829501 - Assist customers at the photo counter 2

Performance criteria

  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Courteous service
  • Relevant, accurate and clear information provided
  • Efficient work

Tasks

  • Greet customers.
  • Receive customers’ requests or orders.
  • Fill out administrative forms or enter information on a computer.
  • Package the photos.
  • Give customers their photos.

829502 - Develop film photos 2

Performance criteria

  • Meticulous work
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Proper use of equipment

Tasks

  • Calibrate the equipment.
  • Transfer images to photographic film.
  • Cut the negatives or films.
  • Check the rolls of photographic prints.

10 - Receive payment from customers 2

Performance criteria

  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Courteous service
  • Honesty
  • Accurate calculations and data entered
  • Proper use of computerized equipment

Tasks

  • Receive money and give change.
  • Use a cash register, computerized sales equipment or a point-of-sale terminal to receive payment by credit or debit card.
  • Charge amounts to customers’ accounts. Optional task or competency
  • Give receipts, sales slips, transaction records, etc.

710 - Receive or help receive merchandise, raw materials, semi-finished products, etc. 2

Performance criteria

  • Compliance with occupational health and safety rules
  • Observance of hygiene and cleanliness rules
  • Observance of rules with respect to hazardous materials
  • Compliance with quality standards
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Compliance with company policies
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Accurate data
  • Careful handling of merchandise

Tasks

  • Receive instructions from the person in charge about the delivery schedule and types of merchandise (food products, dry goods, animals, materials, hazardous materials, etc.).
  • Welcome the driver of the delivery vehicle.
  • Read over the delivery documents: check the delivery location, date and time.
  • Sign the shipping receipt.
  • Notify quality control so they can come and check the raw materials.
  • Cross-check the delivered merchandise against the ordered merchandise (type of merchandise, quantity, etc.).
  • Check the condition of the merchandise: do a visual inspection of the packaging or boxes, open a container, count the items, etc.
  • Apply the prescribed procedure if merchandise is damaged or does not comply.
  • Use an optical scanner to record the entry of the merchandise.
  • Fill out the administrative forms and send them to the department concerned or to the designated person.
  • Detect any problems and notify the person in charge.

101 - Keep the store clean and orderly. 1

Performance criteria

  • Compliance with layout plan
  • Compliance with the storage or warehousing plan
  • Order and cleanliness

Tasks

  • Replace products, mobile displays, advertising posters, etc.
  • Dust or wash the shelves.
  • Sweep the aisles.
  • Tidy up and wash the counters.
  • Wash the cold rooms and refrigerators. Optional task or competency
Info Optional competency or task. Competencies or tasks marked with this symbol are not required in all workplaces. They could be included in a student’s training plan if the practicum setting offers the opportunity for the student to apply them.