J5 Team Leader

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 Johnsonburg, (Pennsylvania, United States), is seeking talent to fill the position of J5 Team Leader. This job is full-time permanent.

Your Role:

The responsibilities of this job are all production-related activities on shift for The J5 Paper Machine Department, including safety, environmental and quality issues.  This includes the direction of hourly operators, one shift E & I Mechanic and one Shift Mechanical Mechanic.  This position assists the J5 Paper Machine Assistant Superintendent in operator training.  This position reports directly to the J5 Paper Machine Superintendent.

This role ensures the department is run in accordance with its goals in the areas of safety, environmental stewardship, housekeeping, cost containment, organizational development, reliability, quality and legal compliance.  All these duties and responsibilities are accomplished through the effective supervision and leadership of individuals assigned to his shift through effective coaching, personal integrity, and example. 

Your Profile:

Requirements:

Four or more years of working knowledge on paper machines.  The candidate should be able to demonstrate basic papermaking knowledge as well as familiarity with basic troubleshooting skills and techniques to solve quality and availability issues on paper machines.  Must possess exceptional oral and written communication skills and demonstrate superior leadership and supervisory skills.  Willingness to work overtime and off-schedule hours as needed to support the operation as required.  Minimum high school or equivalent education.

Preferred Qualifications:

A bachelor’s degree in engineering or similar discipline.  Previous supervisor experiences involving paper machine operations.  A working knowledge of Microsoft Office and similar personal computer programs.  A desire to advance beyond this level of management.

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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