A professional who tests samples of purchased wood chips, used in making pulp, to determine moisture content and quality. Respnsibilities include:

• Observes dumping of chips into receiving pit and starts conveyor that transfers chips to screening and storage areas.
• Draws measured sample from conveyor, places chips in drying oven for specified period of time, and records dry weight to determine weight loss.
• Places additional sample of chips in pilot screen to separate unsuitable wood, such as sawdust, slivers, and oversized chunks.
• Removes bark from acceptable portion, reweighs sample, and records data on chip quality form.
• Sweeps and cleans work area.
• May test samples for acidity and freeness, using standard testing equipment.