Process Engineer

Domtar Corporation; Port Mellon; On-site; CAD 76,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

An industry leader in manufacturing seeks a Process Engineer in Port Mellon, British Columbia. This role focuses on evaluating and optimizing manufacturing processes, ensuring product quality, and compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate has a B Eng or BA Sc in Chemical Engineering and over 5 years of relevant industry experience. Competitive salary and attractive benefits are offered, including vacation and a pension plan.

Benefits

Minimum of three weeks’ annual vacation

Defined-contribution pension plan

Employee and family assistance program

Qualifications

• 5+ years of industry experience, including strategic planning and resource allocation.
• Solid interpersonal skills with the ability to coach and manage people.
• Ability to plan, organize, execute toward specific goals.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and optimize manufacturing processes for cost reduction.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and safety standards.
• Lead process optimization initiatives and support CAPEX projects.

Skills

PLC controls

Automation design

Process optimization

Production control

Excellent communication

Education

B Eng or BA Sc. In Chemical Engineering

Job description

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Process Engineer

Location:

Port Mellon, British Columbia, CA, V0N2S0

Department: Quality & Technical Services (MS00)

Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Through our focus on safety and sustainability, as well as our commitment to operational excellence and our network of facilities across Canada and the United States, Domtar delivers high-quality and cost-effective products to customers around the world.

Our workforce is comprised of 14,000 talented and hardworking individuals. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, a supportive working environment, rewarding career paths and plenty of opportunities for learning and growth.

The Process Engineer is responsible for evaluating and optimizing manufacturing processes to reduce costs, enhance sustainability, and establish best practices. Key responsibilities include maintaining reliable and safe production systems utilizing both internal and external resources. This role leads technical initiatives aimed at improving processes, product quality, and implementing technological advancements. It also involves troubleshooting production, quality, and environmental issues by identifying root causes and implementing effective corrective actions.

Key Responsibilites

Provide technical oversight to ensure optimal efficiency and product quality

Deliver technical training to the workforce on process improvements and changes

Collaborate with other departments to drive continuous improvement

Lead process optimization initiatives

Support CAPEX projects, including equipment upgrades and the implementation of new technologies

Gather and analyze data to enhance productivity and product quality

Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and regulatory standards

Identify cost reduction opportunities and work with cross-functional teams to achieve results

Develop and conduct trials as needed

Participate in shutdown planning and execution, as required

Interpret technical manuals and drawings, and effectively communicate relevant information to operations

Develop techniques and processes aimed at improving quality

Qualifications

• B Eng or BA Sc. In Chemical Engineering
  
  
• Strong background PLC controls, working knowledge on electrical schematics and automation design.
• Experience in equipment troubleshooting, process optimization and production controls such as SPC and DCS.
  
  
• 5+ years of industry experience, that would include some combination of strategic planning, resource allocation, manpower modeling, leadership techniques, and production methods.
  
  
• Solid interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively coach, teach, and manage people.
  
  
• Excellent communication and presentation skills (both written and verbal).
  
  
• Ability to plan, organize, execute and works to specific goals and objectives

$76,500 - $93,500 CAD per annum (Actual salary offer will be commensurate with education, experience and internal parity).

We offer an attractive benefits package that includes:

• Minimum of three weeks’ annual vacation
• Defined-contribution pension plan with employer contributions
• Employee and family assistance program

Domtar is firmly committed to placing greater emphasis on the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion to empower all employees to reach their full potential. We form a dynamic team whose diverse backgrounds and wealth of perspectives are one of the keys to our success. We offer an inclusive, rewarding and safe work environment with opportunities that will help grow your skills.