Supervisor, Electrical & Instrumentation

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 Plymouth, (North Carolina, United States), is seeking talent to fill the position of Supervisor, Electrical & Instrumentation. This job is full-time permanent.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and implement improvements across specified area of the Mill by working closely with operations and maintenance counterparts to schedule work that balances priorities between safety, environment, preventative and predictive maintenance, as well as corrective maintenance while focusing on cost reduction and managing emergency work.
• Responsible for the performance and behavior of crew which includes setting targets and expectations, coaching, mentoring, training, scheduling, communicating and providing direction as required.
• Provide day to day technical assistance, review requests for work, initiate and/support work planning activity and oversee the work order flow to completion.
• Responsible for all health and safety aspects of their crew, including training, meetings, compliance, audits, observations and records.
• Motivate and develop crew into a competent maintenance and troubleshooting team as well as develop sound action plans.
• Ensure a high level of communication with other teams in an effort to make the best decisions for the mill and create a culture of safety excellence.

Required Qualifications:

• Journeyman Certified Electrician or Journeyman Certified Instrumentation
• 2-3 years of Supervisory experience
• Experience in maintenance systems development, implementation, and use.
• Experience with PLC’s and related equipment.
• Experience with Distributed Control Systems.
• Proficient with computers, Microsoft Office Suite, and experience in working with a computerized maintenance system (SAP)
• Knowledge of controls, instrumentation, power systems, and distribution equipment.
• Experience with low, medium, and high voltage systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Pulp and paper experience

Desired Aptitudes:

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral/written/communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Ability to problem solve in a group/team environment.
• Strong time management and ability to make decisions.
• Ability to provide support across multiples different areas, teams, and functions.

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.