Training – Pulp and Paper - Operations | Québec métiers d'avenir

TRAINING
DESCRIPTION

This program trains operators to perform paper manufacturing tasks. At the end of their training, students can work for paper manufacturers and recycling and processing companies.

Duration : 1 170 Hours

IMPORTANT: This training program is not eligible for the PGWP according to the current IRCC list.
NOTE: This list may change with the scheduled update in 2026.

academic
prerequisites

SCHOLARITY LEVEL : Quebec's Secondary 4th (France's Second) or equivalent
LANGUAGE LEVEL :
The level of language required varies according to the training center chosen.

* The validation of your eligibility will be confirmed by our admissions department once your application has been completed.

JOB
PROSPECTS

Papermaking machine operator

Pulp mill machine operator

Paper converting machine operator

Papermaker

Visit Emploi-Québec to learn more about these opportunities.

TRAINING OBJECTIVES

Use the four main processes to obtain pulp and the processing used for it.
Conduct tests on pulp and paper.
Make decisions and take required action at different stages of paper manufacturing.

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TRAINING CONTENT

Competency statement

HOURS

Determine their suitability for the occupation and the training process

Search for and exchange information

Produce tables and graphics

Calculate and prepare supporting documentation

Do page layout for accounting correspondence

Draft French accounting correspondence

Process supporting documentation from different types of companies

Manage cash

Use information about business legislation

Interact in a range of professional situations

Communicate in English about accounting

Produce payroll

Draft and do page layout for English accounting correspondence

Organize and process data concerning a company’s resources

Perform standard tasks for accounts receivable and accounts payable transactions

Work efficiently

Make calculations to determine the cost of goods and services

Perform period-end tasks

Perform year-end tasks

Produce a personal income tax return

Implement an accounting system

Create a career path

Enter the labour force

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Établir des liens entre la conduite de procédés et les coûts de production

Appliquer des notions relatives à la gestion de l’environnement

Pulp and paper — operations

Papermaking machine operator

Pulp mill machine operator

Paper converting machine operator

Papermaker