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Paper And Pulp Mill Worker

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Employed

410

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

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Paper And Pulp Mill Worker is a job in Australia. The job figures on this page come from Jobs and Skills Australia and the ABS Census, where they are published. The courses listed here lead to this job. Compare the fee, study mode, length, place, and how to get in before you enquire.

Courses linked to this job include Certificate II in Pulp and Paper Operations.

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About this career

Assists and performs routine tasks in a paper and pulp processing facility, such as placing logs onto conveyors for chipping, and loading woodchip and pulp for processing.

What they typically do

  • Places logs onto conveyors for chipping, and loads woodchip and pulp onto processing equipment
  • Assists production operators in the operation of paper and pulp processing machinery and equipment to manufacture paper sheets, paper or cardboard packaging, and other products
  • Assists with controlling the flow of materials throughout the production process
  • Inspects paper products and reports any inconsistencies, such as holes and discoloration
  • Sorts finished paper products and relocates them to storage areas for transportation

States and territories

Share of workers by location

VIC
49.3%
NSW
19.8%
SA
13.8%
QLD
11.1%
TAS
3.5%
WA
1.6%
NT
0%
ACT
0%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Paper And Pulp Mill Worker.

  • Certificate II in Pulp and Paper Operations

    PPM20121 · AQF 2 · 1 providers

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