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chipper operator

Chipper operators tend machines that chip wood into small pieces for use in particle board, for further processing into pulp, or for use in its own right.

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DESCRIPTION

Chipper operators tend machines that chip wood into small pieces for use in particle board, for further processing into pulp, or for use in its own right. Wood is fed into the chipper and shredded or crushed using a variety of mechanisms.

THEORETICAL KNOWLEDGE

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required
quality standards
OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit
types of sawing blades

PRACTICAL SKILLS

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences
monitor gauge
wear appropriate protective gear
OPTIONALOptional competences
replace knives
inspect machinery

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Skills overview

38total
12 essential
26 optional

Breakdown

Knowledge
2
Skills
4

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Quick insight

This role requires 12 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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