Hard Skills
IntermediateDigester Operation and Process ControlThe ability to monitor and adjust variables such as temperature, pressure, and chemical concentration within a digester to convert wood chips into pulp.
AdvancedChemical Handling and SafetyKnowledge of safely managing white, black, and green liquors, including the use of PPE and adherence to HAZMAT protocols.
IntermediateQuality Control SamplingCollecting and analyzing pulp samples to check for consistency, viscosity, and Kappa numbers against mill specifications.
BasicPreventative Equipment MaintenanceIdentifying signs of wear in pumps, valves, and conveyors and performing basic troubleshooting to prevent mechanical failure.