Paper products machine operators operate and monitor machines which produce boxes, envelopes, bags and other goods from paper, paperboard, cardboard and similar materials.
Skill level:
Semi-skilled
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- The majority of Paper products machine operators earn a salary between $3,350 and $5,867 per month in 2024.
- A monthly wage for entry-level Paper products machine operators ranges from $3,350 to $4,559.
- After gaining 5 years of work experience, their income will be between $3,625 and $4,906 per month.
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Job Responsibilities
- Operating and monitoring machines which glue paper to cardboard, cut it to the required length or cut and crease cardboard or paperboard to form box blanks
- Operating and monitoring pressing machines which form drinking cups or other containers from paper, paperboard or cardboard
- Operating and monitoring machines which cut, fold and glue paper to make envelopes and paper bags, or which form bags from other similar materials