Shipping Supervisor, Thunder Bay Sawmill

Domtar; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 72,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus incentive plan

3 weeks vacation

Floating holidays

Group insurance from day one

Pension plan

Education assistance

Relocation assistance

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

Domtar is seeking a Shipping Supervisor for the Thunder Bay Sawmill to lead daily shipping operations, supervise staff, and maintain accurate inventory and reporting. This full-time role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and collaboration across teams in Ontario.

You will coordinate yard logistics, ensure on-time shipments, and drive continuous improvement while supporting a respectful, inclusive work environment. Relocation support is available if needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Forestry or Wood Science or related technical diploma.
• 3–5 years of equivalent experience with heavy equipment and environmental systems.
• Demonstrated progression in leadership roles with excellent communication and teamwork.
• Strong MS Office skills and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day shipping operations to ensure orders ship safely, accurately, on time and to quality standards.
• Supervise, coach and develop Shipping employees to maximise team performance and accountability.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Maintain production reporting, inventory tracking, payroll and timesheet approvals and safety reporting.
• Oversee lumber inventory management, transfers and FIFO inventory practices across Thunder Bay Sawmill.
• Coordinate truck and rail traffic for safe, efficient loading and timely product movement.
• Drive continuous improvement in shipping operations and logistics processes.
• Monitor inventory aging and provide regular reports to Sales.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Safety awareness

Education

Forestry/Wood Science degree

Technical diploma

Tools

MS Office

Saw mill equipment

Job description

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Location: Thunder Bay, ON, CA, P7J 1L7

Department: Shipping (FS02)

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 location in Thunder Bay , Ontario , Canada , is seeking talent to fill the position of Shipping Supervisor, Thunder Bay Sawmill. This job is full-time permanent .

The ShippingSupervisor reports to the Log Yard Shipping & Kilns General Supervisor, and is directly responsible to provide supervision and coordination of all aspects related to the administrative tracking of shipments / orders / inventory for the Thunder Bay Sawmill as well as liaise with the other Ontario Sawmills.

What you gain by working with us:

• Competitive salary and annual bonus incentive plan
• Minimum 3 weeks of vacation and 3 floating holidays; depending on experience
• Full range of group insurance from day one
• Defined-contribution pension plan with generous employer participation from the first day of work
• Employee and family assistance program
• Education assistance program
• Relocation assistance to the community of Thunder Bay
• A workplace based on respect, diversity, and inclusion

Your responsibilities:

• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with all company health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements, while actively supporting accident and injury prevention initiatives.
• Lead the day-to-day shipping operations to ensure customer orders are shipped safely, accurately, on time, and in accordance with quality and service standards.
• Supervise, coach, and develop Shipping employees to maximize team performance, engagement, accountability, and operational effectiveness.
• Ensure employees consistently work in accordance with company policies, collective agreement provisions, operating procedures, and applicable health, safety, and environmental legislation.
• Complete and maintain all required administrative functions, including production reporting, inventory tracking, payroll and timesheet approvals, training records, performance management documentation, and health and safety reporting.
• Oversee lumber inventory management activities, ensuring accurate tracking, recording, and reconciliation of lumber stored, shipped, received, and transferred through the Thunder Bay Sawmill, including transfers from Ontario Sawmills and reload operations.
• Monitor and reconcile shipment volumes for lumber, chips, and hog fuel to ensure inventory accuracy and efficient material flow.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with the Logyard, Shipping & Kilns Supervisor, yard contractor personnel, forklift operators, transportation providers, and other internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate and optimize truck and rail traffic flow within the shipping yard to ensure safe, efficient loading activities and timely movement of products.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to shipping operations, transportation logistics, inventory control, and yard management processes, including maintaining First-In, First-Out (FIFO) inventory practices.
• Monitor aged lumber inventory and provide regular inventory aging reports to Sales to support inventory optimization and customer fulfillment objectives.
• Maintain accurate inventory levels of stickers, packaging materials, and shipping supplies to support uninterrupted operations.
• Manage departmental staffing levels, scheduling, and overtime expenditures in alignment with operational requirements and budget expectations.
• Support operational excellence through effective planning, communication, problem-solving, and coordination with production, maintenance, quality, and logistics teams.
• Champion accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement while fostering a respectful and inclusive work environment.

Your team:

• Reporting to the Log Yard Shipping & Kilns General Supervisor, you will be part of a results-oriented team whose members are encouraged to exceed expectations.

Your profile:

• Ideally a Forestry or Wood Science Bachelor’s degree, technical diploma, or related industry experience
• A minimum of 3 to 5 years of equivalent experience heavy equipment, and environmental systems
• Demonstrated progression in leadership roles
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work as part of a team, to communicate with all levels of the organization and to adapt quickly to change
• Strong analytical, organizational and problem solving skills.
• Knowledge of MS Office, and solid computer skills
• A self-motivated individual who will work towards Safety & Reliability Excellence
• Good working knowledge of sawmill and planer mill equipment
• The salary range for this position is CAD $72,000 to $90,000 per year. Salary will commensurate with education and experience.

Reason for Posting: This is a replacement position.

Only selected candidates will be contacted.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages. Hiring for this position is ongoing and will be filled as required.

In order to be eligible for this position, you must be legally entitled to work in Canada for our company.

Our Thunder Bay Sawmill is located at 156 Darrel Avenue, Thunder Bay, ON. The community of Thunder Bay is located in Northwest Ontario. For more information about the region, please visit http://www.thunderbay.ca/.

You will view Thunder Bay is naturally home to epic outdoor adventures. In and around the city, there are hundreds of parks and conservation areas ready for you to explore. Find golf, mountain biking, rock climbing, kayaking, angling and sailing opportunities within in walking distance; and Lake Superior – the world’s largest freshwater lake a mere stone’s throw away as well as the pleasures of many winter activities including skiing or snowmobiling. Other notable sites include:

• Fort William Historical Park: This is a recreation of an early 1800s fur trade post
• Sleeping Giant Provincial Park: This park is known for its scenic views and natural wonders
• Mount McKay: You can climb to one of the highest points in the province at this location
• Prince Arthur’s Landing: You can enjoy art galleries, museums, and food at this location
• Terry Fox Memorial: This memorial is dedicated to Terry Fox, a Canadian athlete who ran across Canada to raise money for cancer research

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. Please advise the Human Resources Division to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process.

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.