Material Prep Operator

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 Kingsport Packaging, (Tennessee, United States), is seeking talent to fill the position of Material Prep Operator. This job is full-time permanent.

Domtar's new Kingsport Packaging Mill is currently accepting applications for Material Prep Operator. While this is the mill entry position, we seek those individuals who aspire to rise to the top of the mill’s operations. $19+/hour + comprehensive benefits. 

SCHEDULE:
The mill operates under the Dupont 12-hour rotating schedule. 

RESPONSIBILITIES / EXPECTATIONS:
• Commitment to learning new skills. Buy in to the family-based high-performance work system.
• Operate powered industrial trucks.
• Work in a warehouse operation.
• Housekeeping, cleaning, painting, etc.

BENEFITS:
Domtar offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, 401(k), paid holidays, and vacation.

REQUIREMENTS:
• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Industrial manufacturing experience preferred with a strong aptitude for risk assessment and good mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work a rotating shift including weekends, holidays, and overtime as necessary.
• Committed to following all safety policies and procedures to include wearing all personal protective equipment including hard hats, ear plugs, safety glasses, gloves, chemical suits, steel toe boots, etc.
• Comfortable working at heights, using ladders, lifts, and working in confined spaces.
• Safe operation of powered industrial trucks.
• Work within indoor and outdoor conditions of heat, cold, noise, dust, and moisture.
• Basic computer skills preferred.

Successful applicants will complete a selection process that includes an assessment, board panel interview, background check, pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and a physical examination relevant to the work performed. 

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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