Tuesday, April 14, 2026 1:30 pm

Across pulp and paper, one challenge is becoming increasingly difficult to ignore.

A significant portion of the workforce is expected to retire over the next 5-10 years, putting decades of operational knowledge at risk.

This growing challenge will be the focus of an upcoming industry webinar, bringing together mill leaders and experts to explore how operations are evolving.

In many mills, critical expertise still lives in the experience of operators who understand how processes behave in real-world conditions, far beyond what documentation can capture.

Why This Conversation Is Happening Now

For decades, pulp and paper operations have relied on informal, experience-based knowledge transfer. New operators learned by working alongside more experienced colleagues, gradually building confidence over time.

That model is becoming harder to sustain.

With fewer experienced operators available and faster onboarding requirements, mills are beginning to explore more structured, repeatable ways to transfer knowledge. At the same time, operations are becoming more complex, spanning multiple locations, systems, and teams that must stay aligned under increasing pressure to perform.

Together, these shifts are forcing mills to rethink how knowledge is shared, how teams stay connected, and how decisions are made across the operation.

What the Webinar Will Cover

This session will explore how pulp and paper operations are evolving as mills navigate workforce transition, operational complexity, and the need for faster, more coordinated decision-making.

Topics will include:

• Preserving critical mill knowledge as experienced operators retire
• Moving from informal training to more structured, scalable knowledge transfer
• How younger operators learn and build confidence differently
• The role of master locations and connected workers in skills continuity
• How decision-making is shifting toward real-time, system-supported intelligence
• How operating models, roles, and responsibilities are evolving across the industry

Who Should Attend

This session is designed for leaders responsible for operational performance, workforce development, and system strategy across pulp and paper manufacturing, including:

• Mill and Plant Managers
• Operations and Manufacturing Leaders
• Continuous Improvement and Workforce Development Teams
• Shift Supervisors
• Digital, IT, and Systems Leaders

Meet the Panel

Jim Thompson
CEO, Papertilo Publications | Industry Expert, Subject Matter Expert, Writer & Speaker
Bringing a global perspective on workforce trends, industry benchmarks, and operational shifts across pulp and paper.

Dr. Dene Taylor

Principal, SPF-Inc. | Technical & Operations Consultant

With over two decades of experience across pulp, paper, and manufacturing, Dene brings a deep understanding of how operational knowledge is built, applied, and transferred on the production floor. He has led technical and operational development initiatives across the industry and will share practical perspectives on preserving process expertise, improving execution, and supporting the next generation of operators.

David Pawelke
General Manager, MAJIQ | Technology, Systems & Operations Expert
Providing a systems-level perspective on connected workers, real-time decision-making, and how operational intelligence is shaping modern mill environments.

Webinar Details

Topic: The Aging Workforce in Pulp & Paper: How Mills Are Rethinking Knowledge and Operations
When: April 30, 2026 | 1:00 PM EST
Where: Online (Live Session)

Why You Should Attend

The aging workforce is not a future problem - it is already reshaping mill operations today.

The real risk is not just losing people, but losing the knowledge that keeps operations running, decisions moving, and performance consistent.

This session will help you step back and ask:
Is your operation set up to transfer knowledge, support the next generation, and make the right decisions in real time or are you relying on experience that may not be there tomorrow?

How to Register

Join us for a practical, industry-driven discussion on how pulp and paper operations are evolving and what leaders are doing now to stay ahead.

Save your spot for the webinar

About MAJIQ

MAJIQ has been serving the pulp and paper industry for over 40 years, delivering manufacturing execution solutions purpose-built for the unique demands of mill operations. As part of Constellation Software, MAJIQ supports mills worldwide with technology designed to improve operational visibility, efficiency, and decision-making across the production environment.