Pulp & Paper Finished Products Shift Lead

Domtar; Ashdown (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Domtar in Ashdown, Arkansas, is seeking a Finished Products Shift Supervisor to provide first-level supervision of hourly pulp production staff. This full-time role reports to the A1 and Pulp Dryer Superintendent and requires strong leadership, safety focus, and efficient resource management.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in pulp/papermaking, a degree preferred or TABE/CRC/Nowlin exam, and proven interpersonal skills to lead a team in a dynamic manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of pulp/papermaking experience.
• College degree preferred; otherwise TABE/CRC/Nowlin exam passed.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and allocate resources.
• Knowledge of safety practices in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Supervise hourly production staff in pulp operations.
• Coordinate activities with A1 and Pulp Dryer Superintendent.
• Ensure safety and compliance with procedures.
• Plan and prioritize resources to meet production goals.
• Maintain quality and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Leadership by example

Safety knowledge

Pulp papermaking

Maintenance planning

Scheduling

Quality assurance

Continuous improvement

Computer skills

Education

College degree preferred

TABE/CRC/Nowlin exam

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Domtar in Ashdown, Arkansas, is seeking a Finished Products Shift Supervisor to provide first-level supervision of hourly pulp production staff. This full-time role reports to the A1 and Pulp Dryer Superintendent and requires strong leadership, safety focus, and efficient resource management.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in pulp/papermaking, a degree preferred or TABE/CRC/Nowlin exam, and proven interpersonal skills to lead a team in a dynamic manufacturing setting.