2153-26 — Chemical Technologist, Paper

Chemical Technologist, Paper is responsible for control the processes involved in the conversion of raw materials such as wood and bagasse (the dry refuse from sugar making) into pulp, paper, cardboard and related products, which are in turn converted to final products such as books and boxes, set up and conduct chemical experiments, tests, and analyses using techniques such as chromatography, spectroscopy, physical and chemical separation techniques, and microscopy; specify chemical production methods, materials and quality standards and ensure conformity to specifications; establish control standards and procedures to ensure safety and efficiency of chemical production operations within their professional field.