Production Technician

Domtar Corporation; Tatum (SC); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in pulp and paper manufacturing, Domtar Corporation, is seeking a Production Technician in Tatum, SC. In this full-time role, you will work on a rotating shift schedule preparing paper rolls, operating, and maintaining machinery while ensuring safety and efficiency in production. The position offers competitive pay and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Must maintain safety expectations set by Domtar.
• Required to work rotating shifts (1st, 2nd & 3rd).
• Two years of manufacturing experience or secondary education is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepping paper rolls for the machine.
• Operate and clean machinery.
• Utilize cutting tools to create machine splices.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety adherence

Mechanical troubleshooting

Communication (basic)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Location:

Tatum, SC, US, 29594

Department: Converting (TC00)

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 Tatum, South Carolina, is seeking talent to fill the position of Production Technician. This job is full-time and permanent.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepping paper rolls for the machine
• Operate and clean machinery
• Utilize cutting tools to remove packaging and create machine splices
• Other duties as needed

HOURS: Domtar Tatum operates 8-hour rotating shift schedule Monday-Friday but could include overtime to meet the business needs as necessary. All technicians work 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift rotations.

SALARY: $20.33/hour plus $0.75/hour applicable shift premium with the potential for salary advancement after 6 months of employment.

QUALIFICATIONS: The successful candidate(s) must demonstrate the following abilities:

• Maintain all safety expectations set forth by Domtar
• Work collaboratively in a team environment with minimal supervision
• Work rotating shifts (8 hours 1st, 2nd & 3rd shift)
• Maintain a positive attendance record
• Follow policies & procedures
• Possess a desire for growth
• Meet or exceed goals
• Physical job capabilities including but not limited to lifting, pushing, pulling, standing for long periods, etc.
• High school diploma or GED required
• English, written and spoken, is required
• Two years of manufacturing experience or secondary education is a plus
• Basic computer & communication skills
• Good mechanical troubleshooting skills

Successfully complete a selection process that includes a structured interview, background verification, fit-for-duty test, and drug screen.

You will be required to successfully complete a selection process that could include interviews, an employment background check, a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen, reference verifications, aptitude tests (for some positions), and a fitness-for-duty test (for some positions).

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.

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.