Technical Specialist

Domtar; Port Alberni; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Domtar in Port Alberni, BC is seeking a Technical Specialist to advance process control and manufacturing efficiency. You will collaborate with senior management to drive continuous improvement, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, and support daily mill operations with technical expertise.

The ideal candidate holds a chemical engineering degree or diploma with at least 3 years in control process engineering, and knowledge of pulp and paper processes is an asset.

Qualifications

• Chemical engineering degree or diploma required.
• Minimum 3 years in process control engineering or related industry.
• Paper machine knowledge is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Improve quality and operations continuously.
• Identify areas for process control optimization.
• Evaluate efficiency of technologies, instruments, equipment.
• Drive process control innovation with senior management.
• Lead machine optimization as part of continuous improvement.
• Maintain process control within budget without compromising quality.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.
• Document processes and prepare progress reports.
• Provide technical support for daily mill operations.

Skills

Process control

Project management

Pulp and paper processes

Decision making

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Communication

Education

Chemical engineering degree or diploma

Job description

Technical Specialist

Location: Port Alberni, British Columbia, CA, V9Y5J7

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 Port Alberni, BC, is seeking talent to fill the position of Technical Specialist.

This job is full-time and permanent.

Job Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

• Responsible for continually looking at ways to improve quality and operations.
• Identify areas that need process control optimization.
• Evaluating the efficiency of manufacturing technologies, instruments, equipment, and tools.
• Driving process control innovation in collaboration with senior management.
• Is responsible for driving the process of machine optimization and will work as a member of a team to provide continuous improvement.
• Keeping process control within budget without compromising quality and efficiency.
• Ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.
• Documenting processes and preparing progress reports.
• This position also provides technical support for the daily operation of the mill.

Key Skills:

• Ability to understand requirements and ensure compliance with all safety and environmental regulations.
• Proficiency in project management.
• Extensive pulp and paper specific process knowledge.
• Ability to prioritize, make sound decisions, and resolve issues efficiently and effectively.
• Proven analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership and time management skills.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels within thecompany.

Required Qualifications:

• Chemical engineering degree or diploma
• At least 3 years’ experience in control process engineering or related industry.
• Paper machine knowledge is an asset

Salary $100,000 - $115,000 per annum (Actual salary offered will be commensurate with education, experience, and internal parity).

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.