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NOC 2021 · 94122 · TEER 4

NOC 94122: Paper converting machine operators

NOC 94122 is a TEER 4 occupation. TEER 4 and 5 work does not count for Express Entry, but some provincial and pilot programs accept it.

Last checked against official sources 2026-10-01
4
TEER level
—
Express Entry programs that accept it
0
2026 Express Entry categories
114
Official job titles under this code

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Paper converting machine operators operate various machines which fabricate and assemble paper products such as paper bags, containers, boxes, envelopes and similar articles. They are employed by paper products manufacturing companies.

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Job titles filed under this code

Official example titles

  • box maker operator
  • carton forming machine operator
  • core maker - paper converting
  • envelope maker operator
  • paper bag machine operator
  • paper box machine operator

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Not this code

Close occupations that have their own code

  • Plateless printing equipment operators → 94150
  • Printing press operators → 73401
  • Pulp mill, papermaking and finishing machine operators → 94121

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:

  • Operate machines which cut, fold, glue or clip paper and cardboard to make boxes, corrugated cartons and other articles
  • Operate machines which glue paper to cardboard and cut it into required lengths
  • Operate machines which press paper to form drinking cups and other containers
  • Operate machines which cut, glue and fold paper to make envelopes or paper bags
  • Operate other paper converting machines to form products such as paper tubes, cards, paper towels or diapers
  • Clean and lubricate machine and perform other routine machine maintenance
  • Set up machines.

What this code means for Express Entry

FSWNot accepted

FSW needs TEER 0–3 work.

CECNot accepted

CEC needs TEER 0–3 work.

FSTNot accepted

Not in a Federal Skilled Trades group.

TEER 4 and 5 work does not count for Express Entry. Some provincial nominee streams and federal pilots accept it. Browse pathways →

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Employment requirements

  • Completion of secondary school is required by the pulp and paper industry and other large employers.
  • Several weeks of on-the-job training are provided.
  • Previous experience as a labourer within the same company may be required.

Good to know

  • There is some mobility between jobs in this occupational group.

Codes in the same group

NOCOccupationTEER
94120Sawmill machine operators4
94121Pulp mill, papermaking and finishing machine operators4
94123Lumber graders and other wood processing inspectors and graders4
94124Woodworking machine operators4
94129Other wood processing machine operators4

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