Entry Level Production Operators

Domtar; Johnsonburg (Elk County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Domtar is seeking motivated individuals for the Entry Level Production Operators position in Johnsonburg, PA. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and benefits, with opportunities for growth in the pulp and paper manufacturing field. Candidates must demonstrate commitment to safety and be adaptable in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Health and life insurance

Dental and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Vacation after 6 months

Shift differential pay

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years full-time work experience or post-secondary education.
• Ability to work in a heavy manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate state-of-the-art equipment and systems safely.
• Adhere to safety guidelines and operating procedures.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Basic computer skills

Decision-making skills

Communication skills

Flexibility and teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

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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 Johnsonburg, (Pennsylvania, United States), is seeking talent to fill the position of Entry Level Production Operators. This job is full-time permanent.

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 the pulp and paper-making manufacturing technologies while increasing your earnings.

New employees typically can earn an average of $70,000 per year after three years of service to the Johnsonburg Mill. Domtar offers 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, shift differential of a dollar per hour, and more.

Education/Experience Required

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

Other Job Requirements

• The Johnsonburg Mill is a heavy manufacturing environment, operating 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. All production employees must be able to work a rotating 12-hour shift schedule -- 7 days and 7 nights per month including holidays, and weekends as designated by the Crew schedule.
• Demonstrating a strong commitment to safe work behaviors is a core principle and value that should never be compromised.
• Employees must have mechanical aptitude, basic computer and math skills, decision-making and communication skills, as well as the ability to be flexible and work in a team environment.
• Employees must be able to wear safety equipment, such as a hard hat, ear plugs, safety shoes, and safety glasses.
• Employees must be able to climb ladders and high stairways /catwalks and climbing/descending ladders (e.g., during lockout or operational trouble shooting).
• Other physical requirements include performing a range of motion in various positions. Walking and standing is required in an industrial setting for long periods of time.
• The job requires physical endurance and the ability to work in a hot and humid environment
• Employees must be willing and able to qualify to safely operate forklifts, lift trucks, and other motorized equipment.
  
  

The Domtar Johnsonburg Mill has “safety sensitive” duties in all Mill job classifications. The duties consist of:

• 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.
  
  

Workplace safety is a critically important part of all jobs. This requires everyone in the company to adhere to the safety guidelines and policies in place. Carefully following appropriate safety guidelines can go a long way toward preventing workplace injuries. This is a responsibility Domtar takes very seriously in protecting the health and welfare of the employees and their coworkers.

The pre-employment process includes computer-based aptitude testing and selection panel interviews and requires candidates to pass background check and drug screening to qualify for employment.

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 also 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.

Once your application has been submitted, you will receive a confirmation email. If you are selected to interview, you will be contacted by a member of our Human Resources team.

To learn more about our company, consult the Domtar Company Web Site and follow us on LinkedIn , Instagram and Twitter .

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing

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