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paper machine operator

Paper machine operators tend a machine that takes in pulp slurry, spread it out over a screen, and drains out the water.

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DESCRIPTION

Paper machine operators tend a machine that takes in pulp slurry, spread it out over a screen, and drains out the water. The drained slurry is then pressed and dried to produce paper.

THEORETICAL KNOWLEDGE

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required
quality standards
OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit
types of bleach

PRACTICAL SKILLS

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences
operate paper drying cylinders
operate paper press
OPTIONALOptional competences
monitor gauge
carry out waste water treatment

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Skills overview

34total
17 essential
17 optional

Breakdown

Knowledge
2
Skills
4

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Quick insight

This role requires 17 essential competences across both theoretical knowledge and practical skills.

DATA SOURCED FROM ESCO (EUROPEAN COMMISSION) & O*NET (U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR)

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