Quality Control (QC) & Optimization Supervisor, Atikokan Sawmill

Domtar; Atikokan; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and annual bonus

Full range of group insurance

Education assistance program

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Domtar is seeking a Quality Control (QC) & Optimization Supervisor for its Atikokan Sawmill. You will supervise quality assurance processes and ensure compliance with health and safety standards while overseeing production efficiency.

The ideal candidate should have a technical diploma, 3 to 5 years of experience, and strong analytical and problem-solving skills. A competitive salary of CAD $70,000 to $80,000 is offered, alongside various benefits including group insurance and vacation days.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of equivalent experience in quality control.
• Strong understanding of sawmill and planer mill equipment.
• Formal PLC training with strong electrical and mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Comply with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Develop and implement quality assurance standards.
• Supervise compliance with work specifications and quality standards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Team player

Education

Technical diploma or related industry experience

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Position Title

Quality Control (QC) & Optimization Supervisor – Atikokan Sawmill, Atikokan, Ontario, Canada.

About the Role

Join a team of staff, operators, and maintenance specialists during the operation of the Atikokan wood products facility.

Responsibilities

• Comply with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Develop, recommend, implement, and evaluate performance improvements through quality assurance and quality control procedures and standards to ensure accurate and relevant information on log processing and lumber manufacturing quality.
• Supervise and ensure compliance with work specifications, regulatory and quality standards.
• Facilitate technology transfer and support mills with troubleshooting and achieving optimum processes, performance, and higher product quality.
• Inspect and audit processes, equipment manufacturing processes, material, and product quality.
• Perform studies to ensure the overall reliability and capacity of the mills through product quality standards, equipment specifications, and compliance requirements.
• Work with supervisors of maintenance (mechanical and electrical) to ensure optimal performance and efficiency of maintenance activities.
• Perform all administrative tasks (reports: production, maintenance, timesheets, health and safety, performance, training, personnel transfer, environment, etc.).

Qualifications

• Technical diploma or related industry experience.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of equivalent experience.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Advanced computer skills (e.g., AutoCAD, MS Word and Excel).
• Formal PLC training with strong electrical and mechanical aptitude.
• NLGA valid grading license.
• Good understanding of sawmill and planer mill equipment and issues within the wood products industry.
• Demonstrated progression in leadership roles.
• Uncompromising approach to safety recognized by others.
• Resourceful and interested in the industrial environment.
• Excellent judgment and analytical skills, and ability to explain and influence.
• Team player, professional, and attentive listener.
• Ability to develop and maintain good business relationships with employees.
• Ability to adapt, organize, and implement best business practices.
• Autonomous, motivated, persevere, and oriented toward excellence of results.
• Salary range: CAD $70,000 to $80,000 per year, commensurate with education and experience.

Benefits & Salary

• Competitive salary and annual bonus incentive plan.
• At least three weeks of vacation and three floating holidays a year from the first day of work.
• Full range of group insurance from the first day of work.
• Telemedicine services.
• Defined‑contribution pension plan with generous employer participation from the first day of work.
• Employee and family assistance program.
• Education assistance program.
• Health club reimbursement program.
• Work travel assistance program.
• Referral bonuses.
• Relocation assistance to the community of Atikokan.

Domtar is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier‑free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.