Mechanical Reliability Supervisor

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 Hawesville, (Kentucky, United States), is seeking talent to fill the position of Mechanical Reliability Supervisor. This job is full-time permanent.

Domtar's Hawesville Mill is seeking a dedicated and experienced Reliability Supervisor to support the ongoing performance and reliability of our maintenance operations. This role plays a key part in driving continuous improvement and asset reliability across the site.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate closely with operations and maintenance teams to identify and implement improvements in process and equipment reliability across the mill.
• Provide technical support, maintenance engineering expertise, and reliability leadership across multiple departments.
• Supervise a skilled crew including Vibration Analysts, Lubrication Technicians, Rebuild Shop Mechanics, and Machinists.
• Lead predictive technologies initiatives by analyzing equipment history, performing root cause failure analyses, and recommending corrective actions.
• Evaluate existing preventive maintenance strategies and recommend changes to optimize asset performance and reduce downtime.

Position Requirements:

• Strong personal commitment to workplace safety
• Technical trade school diploma with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment
• Solid knowledge of equipment, process systems, and equipment selection practices.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting skills across a wide range of mechanical systems.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to physically perform in an industrial environment including:
  • Frequent walking, stair and ladder climbing, and work in confined spaces.
  • Lifting, measuring, and carrying objects of varying weights.
  • Exposure to dust, heat, chemicals, noise, and weather conditions.
  • Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and respiratory protection as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME)
• Minimum of 3 years of direct reliability experience in a heavy industrial setting.
• Proven track record of fostering and promoting a safe work environment.
• Experience with SAP Plant Maintenance or similar enterprise systems.
• Training and hands-on experience with reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) methods.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with diverse teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Why Join Domtar?

Domtar offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and life insurance
• 401(k) and pension plans
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Employer-supported professional development and continuing education

Selection Process:

Qualified candidates must successfully complete:

• Interviews
• Aptitude testing
• Criminal background check
• Reference verification
• Pre-employment drug and alcohol screening

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply and become part of a team committed to safety, innovation, and operational excellence.

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.  

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