Description
Set up and monitor the machine that corrugates face paperboard to form corrugated paperboard material for containers. The machine runs paper sheets through splices and corrugating rolls, where steam and heat is applied and flutes are formed. Glue is applied and the flute is fused with two lineboards to produce a single corrugated board.
Alternative labels
operate corrugators
handle corrugator
use corrugator
operating corrugator
activate corrugator
control corrugator
run corrugator
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Operate corrugator is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Corrugator operator: Corrugator operators tend a machine which folds a sheet of heavy paper in a wave-like pattern and covers it on both sides to create a lightweight, sturdy material suitable for packaging.
Optional skill
Operate corrugator 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.
Paperboard products assembler: Paperboard products assemblers construct the components or parts made from paperboard according to strictly laid down procedures. They assemble products such as tubes, spools, cardboard boxes, paper plates and craft boards.
References
- Operate corrugator – ESCO
