7295-11 Paper Products Machine Operator
Makes paper packaging and other products from paper and fibreboard stock.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate II or higher qualification or at least 1 years relevant experience.
Tasks Include:
- sets up equipment such as printing plates, ink circulation systems, slitting knives, slotting knives, creasers, cutting dies, and folding and gluing equipment
- checks and loads supplies of paper or fibreboard
- operates machines and forms cardboard containers, paper plates, egg cartons, tissue paper products and cardboard tubes
- monitors quality, packaging and stacking of products
- adjusts, cleans, repairs and replaces machine parts
- records production details and reports machine or production faults
- may select appropriate materials and make sample products for customer approval
Specialisations:
Carton Making Machinist
Embosser
Paper Bag Making Machinist