Shift Supervisor, Atikokan Sawmill

Domtar; Atikokan; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Alternate shift schedule

Annual bonus incentive plan

Vacation and floating holidays

Group insurance from day one

Pension plan

Telemedicine services

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Education assistance

Relocation assistance

Diversity & inclusion culture

Job summary

Domtar in Atikokan, Ontario, is seeking a Shift Supervisor for the Atikokan Sawmill. The role reports to the Sawmill/Planer Superintendent and leads shift supervision, coordinates maintenance activities, and ensures safe, efficient lumber finishing production.

You will oversee production, monitor materials, personnel and equipment, uphold safety standards, work with maintenance teams, ensure product quality, and drive continuous improvement through procedures and training.

Qualifications

• Technical diploma, bachelor’s degree, or related industry experience.
• Minimum of 3 to 4 years of equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated progression in leadership roles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team, communicate with all organizational levels and adapt quickly to change.
• Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of MS Office and solid computer skills.
• Self-motivated, safety-and-reliability oriented.
• Good working knowledge of sawmill and planer mill equipment.
• Strong attention to detail combined with the ability to see the big picture.

Responsibilities

• Ensure application of highest safety standards for sawmill and yard operations.
• Oversee the production sector by maximizing use of materials, personnel and equipment to meet or exceed production goals, quality and financial performance (monitoring and cost reduction).
• Supervise, direct and guide employees to help them achieve maximum effectiveness; identify and meet their training needs in job, health and safety, and environmental areas.
• Work with maintenance supervisors to ensure optimal performance and efficiency of maintenance activities.
• Ensure product quality meets customer requirements by performing inspections and collaborating with Quality Control and Technical Services to develop programs.
• Identify and recommend changes to improve production procedures, equipment performance, working conditions and product quality to increase sector efficiency.
• Ensure all employees comply with company rules, policies, programs and procedures, and all applicable health and safety laws and ISO‑14001 processes.
• Perform all administrative tasks: production, maintenance, timesheet, health and safety, performance, training and personnel transfer reports.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Safety mindset

Interpersonal skills

Education

Technical diploma

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Shift Supervisor – Atikokan Sawmill (full‑time permanent) located in Atikokan, Ontario, Canada. The position reports directly to the Sawmill / Planer Superintendent and is responsible for shift supervision, coordination of maintenance activities, and ensuring safe, efficient lumber finishing production.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure application of highest safety standards for sawmill and yard operations.
• Oversee the production sector by maximizing use of materials, personnel and equipment to meet or exceed production goals, quality and financial performance (monitoring and cost reduction).
• Supervise, direct and guide employees to help them achieve maximum effectiveness; identify and meet their training needs in job, health and safety, and environmental areas.
• Work with maintenance supervisors (mechanical and electrical) to ensure optimal performance and efficiency of maintenance activities.
• Ensure product quality meets customer requirements by performing inspections and collaborating with Quality Control and Technical Services to develop programs.
• Identify and recommend changes to improve production procedures, equipment performance, working conditions and product quality to increase sector efficiency.
• Ensure all employees comply with company rules, policies, programs and procedures, and all applicable health and safety laws and ISO‑14001 processes.
• Perform all administrative tasks: production, maintenance, timesheet, health and safety, performance, training and personnel transfer reports.

Profile / Qualifications

• Technical diploma, bachelor’s degree, or related industry experience.
• Minimum of 3 to 4 years of equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated progression in leadership roles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team, communicate with all organizational levels and adapt quickly to change.
• Strong analytical, organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Knowledge of MS Office and solid computer skills.
• Self‑motivated, safety‑and‑reliability oriented.
• Good working knowledge of sawmill and planer mill equipment.
• Strong attention to detail combined with the ability to see the big picture.

Benefits

• Alternate production shift work schedule.
• Competitive salary and annual bonus incentive plan.
• At least three weeks of vacation and three floating holidays, prorated from start date based on experience.
• Full range of group insurance from day one.
• Defined‑contribution pension plan with generous employer participation from day one.
• Telemedicine services.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Education Assistance Program.
• Work travel assistance program.
• Referral bonuses.
• Relocation assistance to the community of Atikokan.
• Workplace based on respect, diversity and inclusion.
• Salary range: CAD \$74,000 to \$92,000 per year, commensurate with education and experience.

EEO & Accessibility Statement

Domtar is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier‑free recruitment and selection processes. 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 recruitment and selection.

Domtar firmly emphasizes equity, diversity and inclusion, empowering all employees to reach their full potential in a safe and respectful work environment.