Maintenance Millwright

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 Sanford, (Florida, United States), is seeking talent to fill the position of Maintenance Millwright. This job is full-time permanent.

The company operates a state-of-the-art paper mill near Orlando, Florida. Domtar, a

leading manufacturer of tissue products, produces large rolls of tissue using both virgin and

recycled grades for resale as well as converting into finished products; namely bath tissue and

paper towels, servicing customers in the away-from-home and value retail.

This position is ideal for a career-minded individual with the ability to bring technical and

leadership skills to the role making you a highly valuable member of the team.

POSITION PURPOSE:

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, the Industrial Maintenance Millwright is a full-time position, responsible for installing, inspecting, adjusting and repairing equipment while following safety rules and regulations. You will be required to maintain all equipment to required standards and be responsive to production needs and equipment failures. You work as part of a team but would routinely perform work independently and maintain a high level of accuracy and safety, while performing your duties.

NATURE AND SCOPE:

Will be a service position for Facilities, Paper Mill, Converting, Warehouse and Offices.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Reading blueprints, diagrams and schematic drawings to determine work procedures.
2. Installing stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment according to layout plans using hand and power tools
3. Inspecting and examining machinery and equipment to detect irregularities and malfunctions
4. Adjusting machinery and repairing or replacing defective parts
5. Install, troubleshoot and maintain power transmission, vacuum, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, pumps, motors and programmable logic controls
6. Operate rigging equipment and dollies to place heavy machinery and parts,
7. Fit bearings, align gears and shafts, attach motors, and connect couplings and belts to precise tolerances,
8. Align and test equipment, and make any necessary adjustments,
9. Perform predictive and operational procedures,
10. Operating machine tools to fabricate parts required during overhaul, maintenance or set-up of machineries
11. Ensuring operating safety devices function properly on completion of repairs, modifications and installations
12. Sharpening and maintaining machine tools
13. Participating in the PM program on all equipment for continuous improvement of all machines
14. Keeping detailed and accurate maintenance reports and documentation
15. Cleaning, lubricating and performing other routine maintenance work on machineries
16. Maintaining a clean and environmentally safe work area adhering to workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances
17. Adhere to Best Maintenance practices by attending daily scheduling meetings and working with Operations to manage break-in work. 
18. Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 2 years’ relevant work experience and/or Technical Degree
• Industrial experience preferred

SKILLS AND ASSETS

• A wiliness to learn and work hard.
• Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills allowing one to work effectively in a diverse working environment
• Ability to work independently without supervision and meet tight deadlines
• Able to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally
•  Ability to work in a team environment
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Demonstrated ability to balance priorities that meet short and long-term objectives; uses organized and efficient work methods
• Proficient analytical skills required.
• The ideal candidate will possess the drive and passion to continuously improve upon the health and safety efficiency, production, planning, manufacturing and maintenance cost targets for the site
• High level of verbal and written skills.
• Able to respond effectively to changing work situations and priorities.
• Working knowledge of safety standards of equipment

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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