Pulping, Papering and Coating Control Operators
(NOC 9235)
in All Manufacturing and UtilitiesPulping, papermaking and coating control operators use 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 work for pulp and paper companies.
Job Outlook
Undetermined
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Compared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities
This is not a large occupation in Nova Scotia so job opportunities may not be that frequent. With a small percent of workers being 55 years of age and older, retirements are not expected to be a major contributor to employment opportunities over the coming years. Pulping, Papermaking, and Coating Control Operators most commonly work full-time hours.
The median employment income for 92% of Pulping, Papermaking, and Coating Control Operators who worked full-time, year-round in 2015 was $53,960. Across all occupations in Nova Scotia, 59% of those who worked full-time year round had a median employment income of $43,600.
(Source: 2016 Census)
Hourly Pay
N/A
MinimumN/A
MedianN/A
MaximumAnnual Pay
N/A
Minimum$53,948
MedianN/A
MaximumCompared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities
Hourly Pay
$13.00
Minimum$23.91
Median$35.04
MaximumAnnual Pay
$6,056
Minimum$30,111
Median$70,518
MaximumAbout the job
Nature of work
Pulping, papermaking and coating control operators use 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 work for pulp and paper companies.
Job duties
Pulping, papering and coating operators:
- Use, coordinate and monitor equipment from central control room or machine consoles and control panels in equipment cabins to control process operations and machinery.
- Control the processing of materials and monitor the chemical and physical process operations using a distributed control system and process computers.
- Watch panel indicators, gauges, video monitors and other instruments to detect equipment malfunctions and make sure processes are running according to process specifications.
- Evaluate instrument readings and production test samples and adjust or direct other machine operators to adjust pulp production, papermaking and coating process and equipment as needed.
- Complete and maintain production reports.
Sample job titles
- bleach plant operator
- panelboard operator
- paper machine control operator
- pulping control operator
- pulping group operator
- pulping technician
Skills
You should be responsible and alert. Mechanical ability and strong computer skills are important. You must be able to work as part of a team.
Job requirements
- High school may be necessary.
- A college or other program in forest products processing or a related subject may be required for pulping control operators.
- Completion of several weeks of formal company training and several months of on-the-job training is required.
- Several years of experience as a pulp mill, papermaking or finishing machine operator within the same company is usually required.
- A certificate in industrial first aid may be required.
- A competency certificate in natural gas may be required.
Other considerations
There is limited movement among jobs within this group. Movement to supervisory positions is possible with experience.
By the numbers
Quick look
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Compared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Where will I likely work?
Cape Breton
Halifax
Annapolis Valley
North Shore
Compared to: All NS Occupations
Halifax
North Shore
Annapolis Valley
Cape Breton
Southern
Top Industries of Employment
Manufacturing
Wholesale trade
What is the age of Employment?
45-54
25-34
35-44
Compared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities
45-54
55-64
35-44
25-34
15-24
Top levels of education
High school
$53,054 median annual incomeCollege Diploma
N/ACompared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities
High school
$28,505 median annual incomeLess than high school
$19,224 median annual incomeCollege Diploma
$38,781 median annual incomeApprenticeship
$43,975 median annual incomeBachelor
$39,715 median annual incomeEducation & training
Adult High School Siploma or Equivalent
High School ProgramThe Nova Scotia School for Adult Learning (NSSAL) administers, coordinates, and supports the development and delivery of adult education programs through learning partners in Nova Scotia. Our learning partners include the Nova Scotia Community College, Adult High Schools, Université Sainte-Anne, and community-based learning organizations that offer tuition-free programming across the province. NSSAL offers clear, accessible pathways from adult basic education to a high school credential or GED, empowering Nova Scotians to achieve their learning and employment goals.
Institutions providing this program
Various, NS
Various, NS
Natural Resources Management and Policy
College, Trades, or University ProgramThese programs prepare students to plan, develop, manage, and evaluate programs to protect and regulate natural habitats and renewable natural resources. They include courses in the principles of wildlife and conservation biology, environmental science, animal population surveying, natural resource economics, management techniques for various habitats, applicable law and policy, administrative and communications skills, and public relations.
Institutions providing this program
Truro, NS
Port Hawkesbury, NS
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