Production Technician

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, United States), is seeking talent to fill the position of Tatum Converting Production Technician. This job is full-time permanent.

Tatum Converting Entry Level Production Technician

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, United States), is seeking talent to fill the position of Production Technician. This job is full-time permanent.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepping paper rolls for the machine
• Operate and clean machinery
• Utilize cutting tools to remove packaging and creating machine splices
• General housekeeping
• 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 a weekly rotational shift of 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts.

SALARY: $20.90/hour plus $1.00/hour applicable shift premium with the potential of an advancement in salary 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 weekly 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 of time, 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 board 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 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.