Backstand Technician: Growth Path to Material Handler

OhioMeansJobs Highland County; Dubai; On-site; AED 187,000 - 198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life ins.

401(k) with company contributions

10 paid holidays

Paid vacation after 90 days

Job summary

Domtar, a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products, is hiring for an Entry-Level Backstand Technician in a growth-oriented team. You will convert large paper roll stock into cut-size paper, prepare materials, operate machinery, maintain a clean workspace and support safety and quality initiatives.

Starting pay is $24.76/hr with a $1.50/hr shift premium, 12-hour rotating shifts, with progression to Material Handler within 6–9 months.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Mechanical aptitude or prior industrial experience preferred.
• Able to perform physical tasks and work 12-hour rotating shifts.
• Basic math, reading, writing, and computer skills.
• Team-oriented with a strong commitment to safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Roll stripping, prepping and loading.
• Operate cutting or hand tools and perform heavy lifting safely.
• Follow written or electronic operating procedures.
• Maintain housekeeping and basic maintenance.
• Wear PPE and work safely.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Physical stamina

Reading/writing/computers

Team orientation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Pallet jacks

Hoists & dollies

Job description

Domtar, a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products, is hiring for an Entry-Level Backstand Technician in a growth-oriented team. You will convert large paper roll stock into cut-size paper, prepare materials, operate machinery, maintain a clean workspace and support safety and quality initiatives.

Starting pay is $24.76/hr with a $1.50/hr shift premium, 12-hour rotating shifts, with progression to Material Handler within 6–9 months.