- Examine completed work to detect defects and verify conformance to work orders, and adjust machinery as necessary to correct production problems.
- Observe operation of various machines to detect and correct machine malfunctions such as improper forming, glue flow, or pasteboard tension.
- Start machines and move controls to regulate tension on pressure
Paper maker | Average UK Salary & Outlook
Paper makers make products, including tissue and heavy board, from wood and recycled materials.
Paper makers typically work around 41 to 43 hours per week.
As a Paper maker you will typically work between 8am and 6pm.
This occupation tends to be:
| Average salary |
| 25,016 GBP * |
| per year |
Salary statistics
Average salary for Paper maker
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25,246 GBP
Average salary for part-time Paper maker
Average salary for full-time Paper maker
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10,574 GBP
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25,016 GBP
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25,246 GBP
Salary over time for Paper maker
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21,490 GBP
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21,118 GBP
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21,433 GBP
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21,122 GBP
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23,258 GBP
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23,729 GBP
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25,016 GBP
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24,443 GBP
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Future outlook for Paper makers
Balanced outlook
15 000+ jobs available
Balanced outlook
2% yearly wage growth (on average) 
Fair outlook
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Which qualifications do I need?
Find out what you need to know in order to become a Paper maker and the highest average level of education for people in this role.
What soft skills do I need?
Rise above the competition by brushing up on the 5 most important soft skills you need to become a Paper maker.
Operation Monitoring Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly
Operation and Control Controlling operations of equipment or systems
Quality Control Analysis Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance
Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
Critical Thinking Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
What technical skills do I need?
Technical skills are programmes, softwares and things you need to know in order to be a successful Paper maker. Check that you know:
Things to highlight for your Paper maker interview
Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Initiative Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges. Cooperation Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
