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 Childersburg, Alabama, is seeking talent to fill the position of Shift Team Leader - Dryer. This job is full time and on site.

Job Title:    Shift Team Leader - Dryer                                                                                    

Supervisor's Title:      Operations Manager                        Salaried Direct/Indirect Reports: 0

Primary Purpose

Lead and supervise one of 4 shifts for select operations and maintenance of the Coosa mill, working rotating shift, coordinating operations and maintenance activities to ensure goals are met in safety, environmental, quality, production, and cost compliance.  Function as the primary management resource for the designated shift team to provide leadership, ensure proper staffing, and enforce adherence to Company policies.  May act as Incident Commander in emergency situations, such as fire, injury, environmental, equipment failure, etc.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide shift leadership and coordination with select departments.
• Understand the key operating parameters that affect the mill’s ability to achieve Safety, Environmental and Quality objectives.
• Provide incident investigation and reporting for all incidents including Safety and Environmental.
• Interface with Maintenance Coordinators and operations on scheduling priorities.
• Coordinate work assignments on daily maintenance schedules for assigned shift maintenance personnel.
• Distribute job packages, review feedback forms and documentation for completeness and return completed packages to Planners.
• Secure parts and provide leadership during emergency situations.
• Ensure that appropriate feedback and information is gathered on ALL emergency work.
• Write work requests as needed.
• Attend daily planning and weekly shutdown meetings when on days.
• Provide maintenance coordination activities during peak times.
• Fills in for Sr. Shift team leader when needed.

Knowledge and Experience

• • Minimum of 5 years pulp/paper manufacturing experience or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
  • Preferred background in maintenance coordination.
  • Highly motivated team player with effective interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Self-motivated work ethic with strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to handle multiple assignments and adjust to rapidly changing priorities.

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 and education verifications. 

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.  

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