General Labor/Production Associate

Domtar; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Job summary

Domtar is hiring a General Labor/Production Associate for a full-time permanent position in West Carrollton, Ohio. This entry-level role involves operating equipment and working rotating shifts, including most weekends and holidays, with overtime available.

Starting hourly rate is $20.00 with potential increases up to $26.34 based on job qualifications. The role includes a comprehensive benefits package and vacation time after six months. Candidates with forklift experience are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing experience preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Able to work varying shift lengths including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment according to standard procedures.
• Work various shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Follow safety policies while operating equipment.

Skills

Forklift experience

Mechanical aptitude

Basic math skills

Reading comprehension

Writing skills

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

General Labor/Production Associate

Full‑time permanent position located in West Carrollton, Ohio (United States). Entry‑level production positions with rotating 8‑hour Southern swing shift schedule (3rd, 2nd, and 1st shift). Candidates must be available for overtime and most weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities include:

• Work swing shifts, including all shifts with most weekends and holidays.
• Operate equipment and follow written or electronic standard operating procedures and instructions.
• Adhere to all safety policies and requirements while working and operating equipment.
• Operate necessary equipment, which may include mobile equipment, overhead cranes, winding and slitting equipment, coating processing & application equipment, and packaging equipment.
• Work well both as an individual and as part of a team.
• Maintain mechanical, numerical, and verbal aptitude to learn quickly.

Qualifications:

• Previous manufacturing, forklift experience, and prior shift work experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum age 18 years.
• Must be able to work 8, 10, or 12‑hour shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Basic math, reading comprehension, writing, mechanical aptitude, and computer skills.
• Must have forklift experience.

Compensation and benefits:

• Starting hourly rate $20.00 /hour with eligibility for shift differential.
• After 90 days, pay rate goes to $25.37 /hour or $26.34 /hour depending upon job qualified for.
• Holiday hours worked are paid at double time; shift differential paid on 2nd and 3rd shifts.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, prescription, life insurance, paid holidays, 401(k) and retirement saving plans.
• One week vacation after 6 months; 2 weeks after 1 year.

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 Disabilities Act of 1990.