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Paper Technologist (m/f/d) Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Papiertechnologe/-technologin

As a Paper Technologist, you learn to produce paper, cardboard, and cellulose. You operate and monitor complex production facilities, control chemical and mechanical processes, and ensure the quality of the final products. This vocational training lasts 3 years and takes place in industrial companies.

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What you do

  • Operating and monitoring production facilities for paper and cardboard
  • Controlling and monitoring chemical and mechanical manufacturing processes
  • Mixing and preparing raw materials such as cellulose and recycled paper
  • Conducting quality controls on intermediate and final products
  • Maintenance and minor repairs on machines and equipment
  • Monitoring compliance with environmental and safety regulations

Requirements

  • Good secondary school leaving certificate (Hauptschulabschluss) or intermediate secondary school certificate (Mittlere Reife)
  • Technical understanding and manual dexterity
  • Interest in chemistry and physics
  • Meticulous and precise way of working
  • Willingness to work in shifts
  • Teamwork skills and a sense of responsibility
  • Good physical condition

Career prospects

  1. 1Further training to become an Industrial Master (Paper Production)
  2. 2Further education to become a Technician (Paper Technology)
  3. 3Specialization in areas such as quality assurance or process optimization
  4. 4University studies in paper technology or process engineering (with university entrance qualification)
  5. 5Leadership positions in production or operations management

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Frequently asked questions

Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.

How much do you earn in a Paper Technologist (m/f/d) Ausbildung in Germany?

Usually 900 to 1,200 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.

What German level do I need for a Paper Technologist (m/f/d) Ausbildung?

Usually B2 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.

What are the requirements for a Paper Technologist (m/f/d) Ausbildung?

Good secondary school leaving certificate (Hauptschulabschluss) or intermediate secondary school certificate (Mittlere Reife); Technical understanding and manual dexterity; Interest in chemistry and physics; Meticulous and precise way of working.

Where can I find open Paper Technologist (m/f/d) Ausbildung positions?

There are no open positions right now. New positions come in several times a day.

How to apply as a Paper Technologist (m/f/d)

Create your German CV, no account needed. Then apply to one of the open positions.

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Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.