About this career
Pulp technicians perform technical tasks in the production of pulp. They work in pulp production teams where they maintain machines, resolve technical malfunctions and ensure the production process runs according to specifications.
Essential skills
check material resources
consult technical resources
inspect machinery
keep records of work progress
monitor gauge
perform machine maintenance
perform test run
record production data for quality control
report defective manufacturing materials
schedule regular machine maintenance
set up the controller of a machine
test paper production samples
use technical documentation
wear appropriate protective gear
work safely with machines
write technical reports
Required knowledge
technical drawings
technical terminology
types of pulp
Additional skills
conduct performance tests
coordinate shipments of recycling materials
dispose of non-hazardous waste
grade pulp
monitor automated machines
monitor pulp quality
prepare wood production reports
record test data
revise quality control systems documentation
supply machine
troubleshoot
paper production processes
quality standards
types of paper
types of wood
Also known as
pulp production technologist
pulp production engineer
pulp production specialist
pulp and paper technologist
pulp production technician
pulp and paper technician
pulp and paper production specialist
