National Occupational Classification, TEER 3
NOC 93102: Pulping, papermaking and coating control operators
Pulping, papermaking and coating control operators operate and monitor multi-function process control machinery and equipment to control the processing of wood, scrap pulp, recyclable paper, cellulose materials, paper pulp and paperboard. Below are the main duties, all 16 job titles it covers, what it means for Express Entry and what it pays in each province.
Updated
- Official NOC 2021 data
- Job Bank wages
What is NOC 93102?
NOC 93102 is the code for pulping, papermaking and coating control operators in the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021. Job titles in this group include bleach plant operator - pulp and paper, panelboard operator - pulp and paper, paper machine control operator and pulping control operator. It is a TEER 3 occupation (usually a college diploma, an apprenticeship of less than 2 years, or more than 6 months of on-the-job training), so it counts as skilled work for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class. The Job Bank median wage across Canada is $40.00 an hour.
- NOC code
- 93102
- TEER
- 3: College diploma, apprenticeship under 2 years or 6+ months of training
- Broad category
- Occupations in manufacturing and utilities
- Express Entry
- Skilled (TEER 0 to 3)
- Category draws
- None
- Median wage
- $40.00 an hour
Job titles under NOC 93102
Pulping, papermaking and coating control operators operate and monitor multi-function process control machinery and equipment to control the processing of wood, scrap pulp, recyclable paper, cellulose materials, paper pulp and paperboard. They are employed by pulp and paper companies.
Main job titles
- bleach plant operator - pulp and paper
- panelboard operator - pulp and paper
- paper machine control operator
- pulping control operator
- pulping group operator - pulp and paper
- pulping technician
All 16 job titles in the NOC index
batch operator - pulp and paper, beater engineer - pulp and paper, beater room lead hand - pulp and paper, bleach plant operator - pulp and paper, control room operator - pulp and paper, cooking systems operator - pulp and paper, cylinder machine operator - pulp and paper, panel operator - pulp and paper, panelboard operator - pulp and paper, paper machine control operator, paper maker - control operation, peroxide bleach plant operator - pulp and paper, pulping control operator, pulping group operator - pulp and paper, pulping technician, recovery plant operator - pulp and paper.
Main duties of NOC 93102
This group performs some or all of the following duties:
- Operate, co-ordinate and monitor pulping, papermaking and papercoating process equipment from central control room or machine consoles and control panels in equipment cabins to control process operations and machinery in the production of pulp and paper
- Control the processing of wood, scrap pulp, recyclable paper, cellulose materials, pulp paper and paperboard and monitor the chemical and physical process operations using a distributed control system and process computers
- Observe panel indicators, gauges, video monitors and other instruments to detect equipment malfunctions and ensure pulping, papermaking and coating processes are operating according to process specifications
- Analyze instrument readings and production test samples and make adjustments or direct other pulp mill, papermaking and finishing machine operators to make adjustments to pulp production, papermaking and coating process and equipment as required
- Complete and maintain production reports.
Employment requirements
- Completion of secondary school is required.
- A college or other program in forest products processing or a related subject may be required for pulping control operators.
- Completion of several weeks of formal company training and several months of on-the-job training is required.
- Several years of experience as a pulp mill, papermaking or finishing machine operator within the same company is usually required.
- A certificate in industrial first aid may be required.
- A competency certificate in natural gas may be required.
Additional information
- There is limited mobility among jobs within this unit group.
- Progression to supervisory positions is possible with experience.
Is NOC 93102 eligible for Express Entry?
Yes for the programs that need skilled work: TEER 3 is in the TEER 0 to 3 range IRCC accepts.
| Program or draw | NOC 93102 |
|---|---|
| Federal Skilled Worker Program | Counts as skilled work (TEER 0 to 3) |
| Canadian Experience Class | Counts as skilled work (TEER 0 to 3) |
| Federal Skilled Trades Program | A listed skilled trade |
| Occupation category draws (2026) | Not on any occupation list |
| French-language proficiency (category draw) | Open to any occupation with NCLC 7 in French |
Read how TEER categories work and the full list of NOC codes in each 2026 category draw. Category draws also need at least 12 months of full-time work (or the same amount part-time) in one listed occupation within the past 3 years.
How much does NOC 93102 pay?
Job Bank wages for this occupation, per hour. Low and high are, in most cases, the 10th and 90th percentiles, so 8 in 10 workers earn somewhere between them.
| Area | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | $35.00 | $40.00 | $58.00 |
| New Brunswick | $35.15 | $46.57 | $51.73 |
| Quebec | $25.24 | $35.42 | $49.18 |
| Ontario | $23.93 | $33.58 | $43.67 |
| Alberta | $34.13 | $47.48 | $54.48 |
| British Columbia | $34.80 | $47.44 | $59.06 |
Source: Job Bank, Employment and Social Development Canada (Job Bank 2025 wages, revised November 19, 2025), data from 2023-2024 (Labour Force Survey). Wages for job offers in LMIA and provincial programs are compared with these figures, so check the current numbers on Job Bank before you rely on them.
Using NOC 93102 duties on your resume
Canadian resumes do not list NOC codes. Employers read your job titles, what you did and what came of it. The NOC duties are still a useful checklist: if you did these tasks, say so in your own words and add the numbers that prove it.
For Express Entry, the reference letter from your employer should describe the duties you really performed, in line with this lead statement and most of the main duties, without copying the NOC text word for word. The free reference letter generator checks your duties against NOC 93102 as you write.
- Start each bullet with a strong verb and end it with a result: how many, how often, how fast.
- Use the job title your employer used, even if the NOC title is different.
- Keep immigration details such as your NOC code and permit type off the resume.
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Where this information comes from
Occupation codes, titles and descriptions are adapted from Statistics Canada, National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 Version 1.0. This does not constitute an endorsement by Statistics Canada of this product.
Wages come from Job Bank, Employment and Social Development Canada (Job Bank 2025 wages, revised November 19, 2025). Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada.
Express Entry rules come from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC): the program pages for the Federal Skilled Worker Program, the Canadian Experience Class and the Federal Skilled Trades Program, and the category-based selection page as modified on June 22, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for a bleach plant operator - pulp and paper?
NOC 93102, Pulping, papermaking and coating control operators, a TEER 3 occupation in NOC 2021.
What TEER is NOC 93102?
TEER 3. Usually a college diploma, an apprenticeship of less than 2 years, or more than 6 months of on-the-job training. The TEER is the second digit of the code. See all TEER categories.
Is NOC 93102 eligible for Express Entry?
Yes. As a TEER 3 occupation it counts as skilled work for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class, and it is also a listed Federal Skilled Trades occupation. You still have to meet every other requirement, and your duties must match the NOC description.
Is NOC 93102 in an Express Entry category-based draw?
No. It is not on any 2026 occupation list. The French-language proficiency category is open to any occupation if you reach NCLC 7 in French. See every category.
How much does NOC 93102 pay in Canada?
The Job Bank median across Canada is $40.00 an hour, with most wages between $35.00 and $58.00. Pay varies by province: see the table above.
Where is the official description?
On the Statistics Canada and ESDC NOC site: search 93102 in NOC 2021 Version 1.0. This page shows the same text, from the open data Statistics Canada publishes.
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