Entry Level Operator

Domtar; Johnsonburg (Elk County); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and life insurance

Dental and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Vacation after 6 months

Job summary

Domtar in Johnsonburg is looking for motivated individuals for Entry Level Production positions at our state-of-the-art mill. Candidates will operate equipment within a 24-hour environment, focusing on safety and teamwork, while adhering to a rotating shift schedule.

The role promises opportunities to develop skills in paper-making technologies and offers competitive benefits, including health insurance and a retirement plan. Join Domtar and grow your career while contributing to sustainable production practices.

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to safe work behaviors.
• Ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts including holidays and weekends.
• Must be able to perform various physical tasks in an industrial setting.

Responsibilities

• Operate state-of-the-art equipment and systems.
• Work safely at heights and with heavy machinery.
• Maintain compliance with all safety procedures.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Basic computer skills

Basic math skills

Decision-making skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

2 years full-time work experience or post-secondary education

Job description

Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Entry Level Production positions are available at our Johnsonburg Mill.

The Johnsonburg Mill manufactures uncoated freesheet paper used by customers to create brochures, direct mail, stationery, checks, envelopes, and hardbound books. Johnsonburg is a leader in environmental management and is certified by accredited forestry organizations. It is recognized as one of the most technologically advanced paper mills in the world.

We offer a career for motivated and skilled individuals with a safety mindset to operate our state-of-the-art equipment and systems. Our career progression provides opportunities to grow and develop your skills in pulp and paper-making technologies, while increasing earnings.

New employees can earn an average of $70,000 per year after three years of service to the Johnsonburg Mill. Domtar provides competitive benefits including health and life insurance, dental and vision coverage, a 401(k) with Company match, paid holidays, one week of vacation after 6 months and an additional week after 1 year of service, and shift differential of a dollar per hour, among other benefits.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years full-time work experience or post-secondary education.

Job Requirements

• The Johnsonburg Mill operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. All production employees must work a rotating 12-hour shift schedule - 7 days and 7 nights per month, including holidays and weekends as designated by the Crew schedule.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safe work behaviors.
• Employees must have mechanical aptitude, basic computer and math skills, decision-making and communication skills, and be flexible and able to work in a team environment.
• Must wear safety equipment such as hard hat, ear plugs, safety shoes, and safety glasses.
• Must be able to climb ladders and high stairways/catwalks, and climb/descend ladders (e.g., during lockout or operational troubleshooting).
• Physical requirements include performing a range of motion in various positions; walking and standing for long periods in an industrial setting.
• Must be able to work in a hot and humid environment.
• Must be willing and able to qualify to safely operate forklifts, lift trucks, and other motorized equipment.

Safety Sensitive Duties

• Working at heights greater than four feet from ground level.
• Use of chemicals in the paper process (chlorine, chlorine dioxide, sulfur compounds and sulfuric acid).
• Operation of heavy machinery including overhead cranes and industrial trucks.
• Massive weight and rolling of paper rolls.
• Lock out / tag out procedures.

Non-technical Qualifications

Compliance with pre-employment requirements: computer-based aptitude test, selection panel interviews, background check, and drug screening.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Domtar is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, color, sex (including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), marital status, religion, national origin, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to ensuring reasonable accommodations for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans With Disability Act of 1990.