Pulping, papermaking and coating control operators

National Occupation Code (NOC): 9235

Pulping, papermaking and coating control operators operate and monitor multi-function process control machinery and equipment to control the processing of wood, scrap pulp, recyclable paper, cellulose materials, paper pulp and paperboard. They are employed by pulp and paper companies.

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Job Duties for Pulping, papermaking and coating control operators

  • Operate, co-ordinate and monitor pulping, papermaking and papercoating process equipment from central control room or machine consoles and control panels in equipment cabins to control process operations and machinery in the production of pulp and paper
  • Control the processing of wood, scrap pulp, recyclable paper, cellulose materials, pulp paper and paperboard and monitor the chemical and physical process operations using a distributed control system and process computers
  • Observe panel indicators, gauges, video monitors and other instruments to detect equipment malfunctions and ensure pulping, papermaking and coating processes are operating according to process specifications
  • Analyze instrument readings and production test samples and make adjustments or direct other pulp mill, papermaking and finishing machine operators to make adjustments to pulp production, papermaking and coating process and equipment as required
  • Complete and maintain production reports.

Working Conditions for Pulping, papermaking and coating control operators

Work is performed in processing facilities, where safety measures must be followed to prevent injury from machinery, tools, fumes, and noise.

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  • Panel Operator - Pulp And Paper
  • Panelboard Operator - Pulp And Paper
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  • Beater Engineer - Pulp And Paper
  • Beater Room Lead Hand - Pulp And Paper
  • Bleach Plant Operator - Pulp And Paper
  • Control Room Operator - Pulp And Paper
  • Cooking Systems Operator - Pulp And Paper
  • Cylinder Machine Operator - Pulp And Paper
  • Panel Operator - Pulp And Paper
  • Panelboard Operator - Pulp And Paper
  • Paper Machine Control Operator
  • Paper Maker - Control Operation
  • Peroxide Bleach Plant Operator - Pulp And Paper
  • Pulping Control Operator
  • Pulping Group Operator - Pulp And Paper
  • Pulping Technician
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