Description
Operate coaters and size presses, which apply pigments, starches, and chemicals to the surface of the paper in order to improve some of its characteristics, such as resistance and printing quality.
Alternative labels
administer paper coating
undertake paper coating
use paper coating
apply paper coatings
employ paper coating
applying paper coating
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
occupation-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Apply paper coating is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Paper machine operator: Paper machine operators tend a machine that takes in pulp slurry, spread it out over a screen, and drains out the water. The drained slurry is then pressed and dried to produce paper.
Optional skill
Apply paper coating is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
References
- Apply paper coating – ESCO
