Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Domtar
Job overview
The Maintenance Superintendent at Domtar leads the maintenance department to ensure reliability and safety of pulp and paper manufacturing equipment, driving continuous improvement in safety, cost, and personnel development.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves leading maintenance personnel including engineers and supervisors, managing safety and reliability programs, supporting environmental sustainability, maintaining union partnerships, and overseeing maintenance operations and performance.
Compensation and benefits
Domtar offers competitive wages, medical, dental, life insurance, 401(k), pension plan, paid vacations/holidays, and employer-supported development and continuing education.
Experience and skills
Candidates need a technical/trade diploma with 10 years of maintenance leadership or a bachelor's in engineering with 5 years leadership, safety dedication, maintenance knowledge including predictive tools, communication skills, and physical ability; SAP and pulp and paper experience are preferred.
Career development
The company provides opportunities for continuing education and employer-supported development for career growth.
Work environment and culture
Domtar emphasizes safety, sustainability, operational excellence, and a supportive working environment with equal opportunity employment and reasonable accommodations.
Company information
Domtar is a leading North American producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue, and wood products with 14,000 employees and a focus on safety and sustainability.
Team overview
The candidate will lead the maintenance department at the Hawesville Mill, managing engineers, planners, and frontline supervisors in a unionized environment.
Job location and travel
The position is based in Hawesville, Kentucky, United States, with physical work involving walking, climbing, and exposure to industrial environments.
Application process
Applicants undergo interviews, background checks, drug screening, reference verification, aptitude and fitness tests, and receive confirmation emails upon application submission.
Unique job features
The role includes leadership of a diverse maintenance team, use of advanced predictive maintenance tools, and responsibility for safety and environmental programs in a pulp and paper mill setting.
Company overview
Domtar is a leading provider of fiber-based products, including communication, specialty, and packaging papers, as well as market pulp. The company generates revenue by manufacturing and selling these products to various industries, including printing, publishing, and consumer goods. Founded in 1848, Domtar has a rich history of innovation and sustainability, evolving from a small sawmill operation in Canada to a global enterprise. Key milestones include its expansion into the U.S. market and its commitment to responsible forestry practices.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your leadership experience in maintenance, especially within manufacturing or industrial settings, emphasizing your ability to manage diverse teams including engineers, planners, and supervisors.
Emphasize your expertise in reliability-centered maintenance practices and predictive maintenance tools such as vibration analysis, thermography, and failure analysis, as these are key to the role.
Apply through multiple channels including Domtar's corporate careers site and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed by recruiters and hiring managers.
Connect with current Domtar maintenance or operations professionals on LinkedIn, particularly those in the Hawesville facility or similar divisions; use ice breakers like commenting on recent company sustainability initiatives or asking about their experience with SAP Plant Maintenance systems.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'maintenance leadership,' 'reliability-centered maintenance,' 'SAP Plant Maintenance,' 'safety culture,' and 'personnel development' to pass automated screenings.
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